These 9 Shackets for Fall Will Solve All Your Layering Laments

Sizes: XS-XL | Colors: 4 | Material: 100% polyester

The Patagonia Retro Pile Fleece Shacket is the clothing equivalent of a Teddy bear: fuzzy, warm, and adorable. The shaggy fleece exterior, made from 100 percent recycled polyester, wicks away wetness, and the cut is roomy enough to accommodate layers. The oversized fit works well for tossing on over a hoodie or sweater, while the chest pockets are deep enough for bigger items, like phones and wallets. Plus, it comes in four colors (like Burnished Red and Pine Needle Green) that are especially apropos for fall.

Sizes: XS-XL | Colors: 3 | Material: 50% Lenzing Ecovero, 28% polyester, 22% nylon

For under $70, you can’t beat the price of Quince’s oversized shirt jacket. It’s made from moisture-wicking polyester and nylon, as well as Lenzing Ecovero, a breathable material derived from wood pulp. The shacket is lightweight and roomy, if slightly too big, but not in the least uncomfortable. It’s soft and smooth against the skin, and you can easily layer it with a button-up or a sweater without feeling like a sausage. It comes in three neutral colors to pair without just about anything in your closet.

Sizes: XS-XXL | Colors: 1 | Material: 99% cotton, 1% elastane

For a denim shacket, Singla recommends this option from Favorite Daughter. It’s made from cotton and just a touch of elastane for stretch. It also comes with chest pockets and hand pockets for safely stashing your phone and wallet. The midweight material is ideal for year-round wear, and like your favorite denim jacket, you can wear it multiple ways. “You can wear it with straight-leg jeans for a full denim look, or you can wear it with dresses and skirts to create a more casual look,” says Singla.

Sizes: XXS-3X | Colors: 2 | Material: 100% cotton

This Eileen Fisher shirt jacket is more shirt than jacket—ideal as a lightweight layer when you want a smidge of extra protection from fall crispness. Made from 100 percent organic cotton, it has some heft to it—making it more substantial than a T-shirt—and it’s cut roomy to allow for layering. It’s also lightweight enough to wear underneath a jacket, offering it even more versatility. If anything, it’s one of the few picks on the list that doesn’t have pockets—a tradeoff for those who like the option of additional storage space. Shop it in two colors and in sizes XXS to 3X.

Sizes: XXS-XL | Colors: 3 | Material: 82% polyester, 13% Tencel modal, 5% elastane

If you’re looking for a shirt jacket that’s suited for active adventures, consider this sporty pick from Athleta. It’s made from moisture-wicking polyester and modal, along with five percent elastane that offers freedom of movement. It’s among the lightest weight options on the list, and its streamlined silhouette can go from the gym to the grocery store. Plus, it can also be worn over warmer layers when the occasion calls for it. Like the above pick, though, it doesn’t have pockets.

Sizes: XXXS-XL | Colors: 3 | Material: Not specified

This shirt jacket is similarly sporty, with a few notable differences from the previous option. For one, it’s made with a proprietary fabric that makes it wind- and water-resistant. Second, it’s insulated to stave off the autumnal chill. Last but not the least, it has pockets. The shacket itself is cut with an oversized fit and features snap buttons along the placket that make putting it on (or taking it off) a literal snap. Just note: Lululemon recommends buying a size smaller than your usual size if you want a slimmer fit.

Sizes: XXS-XL | Colors: 2 | Material: 81% cotton, 15% polyester, 4% spandex

If you want a shacket on the shorter side, this Vince cropped jacket isa solid choice—and it comes with the recommendation of Singla. “A cropped shacket is on trend,” she says, offering an of-the-moment spin on the classic silhouette, complete with pockets. Multiple pockets. It’s made from cotton, polyester, and spandex, and the cut lends itself well to versatility. You can wear it with wide-leg jeans and a simple cashmere sweater, says Singla, or a pair of heeled mules and a structured purse. It’s available in two neutral colors—gray and black.

Sizes: XXS-XXL | Colors: 12 | Material: 54% polyester, 44% wool, 2% elastane

“A solid-colored, tailored-style shacket is a great piece to have in your wardrobe,” says Singla, and she recommends the oversized Will Jacket from Sézane. “It comes in a variety of colors, and it looks great with dresses and skirts,” she says. It’s made from recycled polyester, wool, and elastane to keep you toasty on chilly days, and it’s Oeko-Tex-certified, which means it’s free of potentially harmful substances. What’s more, it comes in 12 colors to suit a wide variety of style preferences.

Sizes: XS-XXL | Colors: 4 | Material: 100% merino wool

When temperatures dip, we’ll be shrugging on this pick from Buck Mason. It’s made from felted merino wool to keep you warm (but not sweaty), and it feels like a favorite worn-in jacket—soft, smooth, and supremely cozy. Plus, its long, straight cut offers plenty of rugged charm. Multiple pockets means that you can wander outdoors without a bag, and it comes in four neutral colors, like the brownish-green color pictured above that plays well with a variety of closet staples.