If there’s one piece to invest in this autumn, it’s a great suede jacket, and this £50 pick from New Look ‘goes with so many outfits’ and is great for transitioning into a new season
Whilst there’s still (hopefully) plenty more summer weather yet to come, there’s no time like the present to start prepping your wardrobe for that inevitable transition to autumn. And whilst it might not quite be time to start pulling out your chunky knitwear and winter coats, a lightweight suede jacket is just the thing you need.
Easy to wear during the summer months over a vest and shorts for those breezier days, it’s also set to be the must-have staple for autumn, especially when paired with some jeans and boots. If you’re looking for a does-it-all option to add to your transitional wardrobe, New Look’s Tan Faux Suede Button Up Jacket is a great choice.
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Affordably priced at £49.99, it won’t blow your budget, and has the kind of easy, laid back design that can be worn anywhere whilst still looking expensive and chic. The New Look Faux Suede Jacket is like the perfect hybrid between a suede jacket and a blazer; it has the softness and comfort of a blazer, whilst still keeping that endlessly cool, put-together look of a great suede jacket.
Front slit pockets and buttons down the front add some designer-esque details, whilst its soft faux-suede material keeps it both smart and comfortable. It has a boxy fit, with a classic collared lapel and subtle stitching details for that oversized “just threw it on” feel.
You can pick it up in two colours, with the light stone colour now on sale down to £30. However the tan shade is perfect for bringing some warmth and richness to your autumn outfits, and will easily pair with just about anything.
One thing shoppers have been praising the Faux Suede Jacket for is how versatile it is, with one reviewer saying: “Love this light weight versatile jacket. Just the right shade of tan and goes with so many outfits. Dress it up with a navy and tan dress or wide leg jeans. Fabulous and on trend.”
Another agreed: “Great jacket, lovely fit and looks more expensive than it is. Looks good with everything.”
Some shoppers weren’t quite as taken with the fit, with one saying: “Fabric a bit disappointing” whilst another added: “I so desperately wanted to like this but it was boxy and shapeless.”
However others were delighted with the Faux Suede Jacket, writing: “Really nice suede like jacket. Fits well and looks expensive.”
Another shopper chimed in: “I love this jacket, well made for the price, dress it up or down, comes up slightly large, creases come out easily with a bit of steam, easily my favourite jacket at the moment.”
If you do want something with a little more weight to it, the Cotton On Drew Faux Suede Jacket In Brown is £65 at ASOS and has more of a biker-style fit, with zip details and side pockets. For those who would rather splash out on the real deal, Massimo Dutti’s Suede Leather Jacket With Lined Buttons has a similar look to the New Look one, and can be picked up for £299.
Alternatively, over at Debenhams you can nab the Buffalo Suede Car Coat from Barneys comes in a beautiful chocolate brown colour and is currently on sale. Usually priced at £270, it now has 50% off, slashing the price down to £135 with sizes 8 to 18 still in stock.