First made an It-girl item by Coco Chanel in the 1950s, a tweed jacket remains a truly timeless piece. Still synonymous with the French fashion house, they've also been seen on the runways at the likes of Balmain, Celine and Isabel Marant.
Once worn by Princess Diana and Brigitte Bardot, in more recent years a cropped tweed Chanel jacket has been the style to be seen in, spotted on everyone from Princess Kate to Kate Moss.
Looking for a new jacket to wear through the transitioning seasons? A bouclé style piece will dress up your off-duty denim or complete your occasionwear. I've even seen Miu Miu proving its versatility by pairing tweed jackets with athlesiure on the runway.
- The cream editor's pick: ME+EM Fringed Short Jacket £325 / $595
- The red editor's pick: Mango Tweed Jacket, £89 / $149
- The blue editor's pick: River Island Blue Bouclé Bomber Jacket, £69 / $155
- The neutral editor's pick: Boden Lisburn Patch Pocket Jacket, £189 / $299
- The butter yellow editor's pick: Mint Velvet Yellow Boucle Cotton Blend Jacket, £175 / $335
Royals and celebrities wearing cropped tweed jackets
Of course French fashionista Camille Charriere loves a Chanel jacket, pictured above outside the runway show in Paris. Katie Holmes made a case for a bolder shade, wearing a statement red piece from the AW19 collection, and Elsa Hosk took to the streets of Paris, looking amazing in this Chanel-inspired cream cropped jacket by Marcéla London.
Back in 2022, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out at the Invictus Games wearing a cropped black tweed jacket with gold buttons by Celine. She paired it with high-waisted jeans by Moussy Vintage, a crossbody bag also by Celine, and two-tone ballet flats by Chanel. Meghan perfectly demonstrated how a cropped tweed jacket can be used to dress up and add a touch of sophistication to the most casual outfits.
© @kellyrutherfordChanel Spring/Summer 2026
Chanel's SS26 show was an array of tweed in the brand's signature shades, from cream to black and gold to red. Pieces ranged from cropped fitted jackets to bombers and midi dresses.
Most recently, Margot Robbie and Kylie Minogue starred together in Chanel's spring 2026 campaign, with Margot impeccably styled in a tweed jacket by the French fashion house, with a white tee and a pair of straight-leg jeans.
© @kylieminogueHow to style a cropped jacket
As well as a classic jeans and white t-shirt combination, I'd wear a cropped Chanel-style jacket to elevate a little black dress or mini skirt. I also love how Elsa styled her cream jacket with a pair of wide-leg trousers and chunky gold jewellery.
© @holliebrothertonHow I chose the best cropped jackets
- Style: All of these cropped jackets have the iconic Chanel vibe, with a tweed, bouclé or similar knitted finish.
- Brands: I've only included pieces from fashion brands known and loved by the Best Quality Designer Handbag shopping team.
- Price: Everything in this edit is more affordable than the original, but I've included jackets for a range of budgets from £46 at H&M to £1,100 at Veronica Beard.
Boden Lisburn Patch Pocket Jacket
Editor's Note:
With its cream hue, lightweight cotton-blend material and cool boxy cut, Boden's cropped textured jacket is a staple piece for spring. Excellent office attire with tailored trousers or a matching skirt, or easily dressed down with wide-leg jeans, you'll always be reaching for it.
Mango Tweed Jacket
Editor's Note:
Inject some colour into your new season wardrobe with this red bouclé jacket from Mango. Featuring jewel-effect buttons, I'd style it with white jeans or blue denim like the brand and Katie Holmes.
ME+EM Fringed Short Jacket
Editor's Note:
If you're looking for a forever piece, I love this real Italian tweed style from royal-favourite ME+EM. Featuring tasselled trims, tonal buttons and a rounded hem, it's so chic and luxurious.
River Island Blue Bouclé Bomber Jacket
Editor's Note:
I love River Island's new season bouclé bomber jacket. After quickly selling out in red, they've just dropped a blue version and it's a dream. Featuring chic fringed trims, there's also a waistcoat and shorts available.
M&S Tweed Textured Collared Jacket
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Marks & Spencer's tweed jacket is an ideal piece for the transitional seasons. The cream shade is spring-ready while the inclusion of wool keeps it cosy. It features a collared, cropped silhouette and two flap pockets.
Zara Cropped Structured Blazer
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For a statement piece, Zara just dropped this tweed style cropped jacket in a Bordeaux shade. It features a high neck, tonal buttons, and faux fur cuff sleeves.
H&M Boucle Jacket
© H&MEditor's Note:
H&M's jacket is very similar to styles by Chanel and gets glowing reviews for looking expensive. Crafted in tweed, it comes with a round neckline and metal buttons. It's also available in black.
Mint Velvet Yellow Boucle Cotton Blend Jacket
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Butter yellow is still big this spring and Mint Velvet's boucle jacket will bring the sunshine to your wardrobe. Made from a cotton blend, it has a collarless neckline and curved hem, as well as silver-tone buttons running down the front.
John Lewis Wool Blend Boucle Jacket
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This boucle jacket from John Lewis is a style you'll wear with everything. Available in navy and cream, the soft wool-blend piece has a collared neckline and glossy buttons.
Yves Tweed Jacket Off-White Wool-Blend Blazer
Editor's Note:
Meghan Markle-favourite Veronica Beard has this beautiful cream jacket crafted from Italian tweed. The wife of Prince Harry has even been pictured in this exact piece. It's perfect if you're looking for a more waist-defining fit.
