I’m a Fashion Editor—6 Fall Jacket Trends I’m Buying in 2025 and 6 I’m Skipping

I know, I know—summer’s not over yet, but as an outerwear-obsessed fashion person, I can’t wait any longer to talk about which jacket trends will dominate fall and which ones won’t. I made my predictions back in March when the fall/winter 2025 collections debuted in New York, Milan, London, Paris, and other cities. Now that fall is actually around the corner, it’s easier to see which styles will truly stick.

Based on fashion trends seen in Copenhagen during its recent fashion week, where people wore their new-season jackets; the way city dwellers in New York are layering lightweight toppers over black activewear and jeans prematurely; and everyone on Instagram and TikTok showing off their fall purchases, I’ve narrowed down the top six fall jacket trends you should buy and the six you should skip. To give you a sneak peek, funnel-neck leather bomber jackets will be replacing leather moto jackets. Keep scrolling to learn everything you need to know about chic outerwear for fall 2025.

Skip: Moto Jackets

When it comes to leather jackets for fall, there are many styles to covet, but at the top of this list is the funnel-neck leather bomber jacket. This silhouette is sleek with just the right amount of slouch. It can edge up a pair of tailored trousers and take something as simple as jeans, loafers, and a white tee to the next level.