Men's casual jackets: what are they and what to wear?

In comparison with women's wardrobe, the range of men's wardrobe is considered more modest. But it is important to choose the main elements in such a way that they can be organically combined with each other. One of the most relevant modern items of the male look is the casual jacket.

This style belongs to the category of everyday and universal. Its immense popularity is largely due to the fact that this style is practical, comfortable, free and elegant, appropriate in almost any situation. A casual jacket is most often matched to jeans, but stylists advise to diversify the options for combinations and use such a jacket more intensively in everyday life. It can be worn with trousers of different colors and patterns, and even with shorts.

This jacket is also called sports, but it has a rather distant relation to sports. The first jackets of this kind began to be worn for hunting by the British during the time of Edward the Seventh, after which they became widespread when playing sports. In modern history, this wardrobe item has earned attention in everyday life, they began to put it on to work and create status images, but not prim.

The biggest advantage of such a jacket is its comfort to wear, the absence of stiffness in movements in the chest and arms. These models are sewn from the following materials:

• wool;
• cotton;
• suede leather;
• velveteen;
• tweed.

A huge number of prints and colors makes it possible to choose a model for every taste and age... Often, a casual jacket is compared to an American blazer, and this is not without reason. The main difference is that the latter is sewn from denser types of fabric and is suitable as outerwear in the cool season.

Modern fashion is represented by a sufficient variety of types of casual jackets

When choosing a casual jacket, you should pay attention to such nuances - wearing comfort and appropriate size. In addition, for a casual look, purchase models of neutral tones, which include:

• Gray;
• Brown;
• blue;
• beige;
• black.

They look harmonious in tandem with jeans, T-shirts, fit well to the figure, free silhouette, in which it is easy to move. The main thing is to choose the right size, then the thing will become an undoubted decoration of the wardrobe. In addition to jeans, they are worn with non-classic types of trousers, as well as shirts, sweaters.

Very elegant, attractive models that either do not fasten or are limited to one button. A distinctive feature is a deep V-shaped neckline. Often they are sewn from fabrics of rich colors.

They should be chosen only by men who want to emphasize their figure. If there are disadvantages, it is better to choose other models. Perfectly combines with skinny jeans and trousers, as well as with a skinny style. Under the jacket it is better to wear a shirt of an adjacent silhouette. Such things buy strictly one size fits all.

Current models, versatile and very comfortable to wear, which go well with any thing... There are a lot of them - with a lock, buttons made of thick and soft knitwear, single-breasted and double-breasted.

If the weather is not too hot, you cannot do without a jacket in summer. They are sewn from the lightest fabrics possible:

• linen;
• cotton;
• thin wool;
• seersucker.

The variety of summer color options is very large, the most popular are:

• snow-white;
• beige;
• ecru;
• sand;
• blue;
• pink;
• citric;
• olive.

Models with patches are a very effective and fashionable version of the jacket. This detail gives the image a special charm and sophistication.

Since casual is an informal style, there is no need to strictly combine the tones of the top and bottom. On the contrary, the more original and interesting the combination is, the more effective the outfit will be. If the color contrast is chosen incorrectly, then the most expensive ensemble will look ridiculous, it is necessary to select harmonious combinations.

Another important element of the image is top under the jacket. There are a lot of variations here, since a casual jacket is not primly classic. Ideal to wear under it:

• shirt in monochrome;
• plaid or striped shirt;
• thin jumper;
• turtleneck;
• T-shirt.

The most important thing is to choose shades and prints so that all elements do not contradict, but complement each other. The same goes for shoes. Today, fashion is as democratic as possible, so the ensemble with a casual jacket will equally well fit:

• shoes, brogues, oxfords;
• boots;
• high and low boots;
• sports shoes - sneakers, sneakers;
• moccasins;
• loafers;
• slip-ons.

When choosing accessories for a neutral image, rely on brightness and expressiveness, and, conversely, it is better to choose invisible, laconic details for a catchy ensemble. Complement the jacket well:

• ties and bow ties;
• silk scarves;
• pocket squares;
• belts.

This combination requires special attention, as the most common and favorite male ensemble. When choosing jeans for a similar jacket, consider the following points:

• too spacious styles are not allowed;
• overly narrow models are suitable only for slender men;
• do not combine a jacket with ripped jeans, unless of course you are going to a trendy party;
• distressed jeans look good with bright jackets;
• for work or meetings, classic straight models without decor are suitable.

• The blue blazer is an elegant classic, it goes well with trousers in warm colors, and bright details will complement the look.

• A scarf in your breast pocket is the easiest way to spice up your look with a jacket.

• The cage is the hit of the season, so a jacket in this print is very relevant.

• Summer options are lighter, airy and slightly sloppy.

• Casual classic - a combination of jeans, a jacket and a checked shirt. A tie is the perfect complement.