Webster's defines a shacket as a portmanteau of shirt and jacket, and in reality... that's precisely what it is. Not quite as heavy or utilitarian as a jacket and not as lightweight or insubstantial as a shirt, a shacket is a transitional layering piece for all seasons. Proof? Shackets reign supreme across the globe, from Hamburg to Paris, Soho to South London. So, even if your initial reaction was along the lines of, "What is a shacket?" it's okay to shift your mentality to, "Okay, I want one."
If you don't already have a go-to shacket (or six), you've probably coveted a style or two, and for good reason. The best shackets are perfectly at home alongside leggings, denim, biker shorts, and slip dresses. Also? Many are supremely cozy. Pick one up in a neutral shade of beige, ivory, or pewter, or consider a flashier plaid, pastel, or ultra-bright hue. Of course, plenty of designer versions are splurge-worthy, be it an artsy pattern, versatile solid, or eye-catching print. So keep scrolling for an edit of our 17 favorite shackets—we'd be proud to call each one of them our own.
Maje Double Face Overshirt With Fringing
A flawless black shacket is a wardrobe workhorse akin to an LBD—you'll reach for it time and again with loungewear, denim, tailoring, and dresses. This one features a self-tie belt for cinching with a touch of fringe along the back for an on-trend Western touch.
Zara Plaid Overshirt
The perfect fall plaid shacket to pair with toasty earth tones like terracotta, hickory, and olive green.
H&M Shirt Jacket
A bouclé shacket makes a stylish winter statement—pair yours with white denim and boots for a frosty-chic look.
Isabel Marant Étoile Harveli Oversized Checked Flannel Jacket
An Isabel Marant Étoile flannel shacket is peak cozy. If yellow and beige tones aren't your aesthetic, don't despair—the designer continues to release new iterations from green plaid to plum and turquoise checks.
Everlane The Organic Cotton Quilted Shirt Jacket
The only way to make the frigid cold more bearable? With this snuggly quilted shacket in a so-pretty pale shade of purple.
Banana Republic Heritage Suede Shirt Jacket
Go luxe during between-season weather in a suede shirt jacket with tonal separates for an elevated monochrome look.
Babaton Society Knit Shirt Jacket
Minimalists, you're sure to delight in this impeccably knit shacket in versatile navy. It's the ultimate lightweight layer atop dresses and sleeveless tops throughout spring (and summer when the AC is on blast).
Anine Bing Oakley Jacket
This black and white tartan shacket, with blue touches, is perfect over a black turtleneck and denim.
Madewell Waffleback Branner Shirt-Jacket
At ease. This shacket is simply military-inspired, meaning it's entirely relaxed for tossing on over a tee with jeans.
BB Dakota by Steve Madden Coast to Coast Shacket
The perfect summer white shacket to layer over everything from cut-off shorts to dresses.
Good American Quilted Faux-Sherpa Lined Shacket
Channel a utilitarian vibe in this quilted shacket by Good American, which comes in sizes XXS to XXXXXL.
Rave Review Oversized Patchwork Printed Felt Jacket
Dress like a seasonal oxymoron (in a good way) by styling this Hawaiian floral shacket over a hoodie or turtleneck with chunky boots. You'll feel even better about your purchase knowing this design is crafted from deadstock and pre-loved blankets.
Lita by Ciara Lover Papery Lamb Leather Shirt Jacket
Yes, indeed, a leather shacket is a modern must-have. Style yours casually with denim or dialed up with a slinky dress and heels.
The Attico Denim Overshirt
Try this workwear-inspired silhouette button-up like a shirt, or open as a jacket with light-wash jeans for a nostalgic take on double denim.
Remain Birger Christensen Arty Bouclé Jacket
Change things up from wintry flannel in favor of this green flecked bouclé shacket with modern dropped shoulders.
Nili Lotan Lenore Barn Shacket
A black and white buffalo check shacket is essential in any collection. Pair yours with solid black and white pieces for a graphic ensemble, head-to-toe.
Abercrombie Oversized Cozy Shirt Jacket
An influencer fave with modern details like large patch pockets and an oversize fit.
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