Our 10 Favorite Shirt Jackets To Wear This Season
Shacket, snap shirt, overshirt, lumberjack jacket — there are many names often given to the humble shirt jacket, And while we simply prefer to call it a shirt jacket, what you call it doesn’t change how this often overlooked garment reigns as champion of shoulder season. This midweight layering piece functions similar to a lightweight jacket in that it is best layered over a short or long sleeve shirt, (and sometimes under a heavier coat during the colder months) and much like a regular work shirt in that it typically has button or snap closures in lieu of a jacket’s typical zip front.
As the weather is turning cooler, you may be on the hunt for a lightweight jacket to wear on its own or layer under a coat depending on how cold it is where you live, but we ask that perhaps you consider the humble shacket instead. Below are our ten favorites shirt jackets to wear this fall and winter.
Relwen Moleskin Twill Insulated Shirt Jacket
HERITAGE QUALITY
When summer leaves and the weather gets cooler, we always find ourselves flipping through the Relwen section of Huckberry, ogling the rows of the Relwen brand’s heritage-quality pieces — the type of garments that only get better with age and eventually passed down to next of kin. The Moleskin Twill Insulated Shirt Jacket is no exception.
The shacket’s quilted exterior and robust build pays homage to the vintage hunting gear your grandfather wore, while 80-gram recycled polyester insulation and a modern, tailored fit ensure you’ll no doubt stay warm this winter, and look good doing it.
Why We Like It: Four large, oversized pockets provide plenty of real estate for a growing collection of everyday carry items.
Price: $268
Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket
TEMPERATURE REGULATING
Western Rise delivers the goods when you want subtly stylish gear that delivers performance and versatility in the office and out in the field. With a focus on movement-friendly fabrics done up in classic silhouettes, it’s an approach that every guy should consider incorporating into his wardrobe.
The brand’s AirLoft Shirt Jacket is made with water-resistant four-way stretch fabric for layering and protection against the elements, and also happens to regulate your temperature when consistent movement on the trail begins heating things up.
Why We Like It: The modern, tailored cut won’t look out of place at the office or on the weekends, but really shines out on the trail or at the campsite. Also, the coated Primeflex exterior resists dirt, stains, water, and pretty much anything else you can throw at it.
Price: $199
Mack Weldon WARMKNIT AIR Shirt Jacket
LIGHTWEIGHT YET WARM
Although Mack Weldon delivers plenty of comfortable, stylish, and durable wardrobe basics for weekends spent at home — think super-soft underwear, lounge-worthy T-shirts, and of course sweatpants — they also make plenty of gear for guys looking to put in some miles hiking the trails, biking or camping. And Mack Weldon’s shirt jacket just happens to be one of the best transitional pieces you’ll find at the moment.
Thinsulate insulation keeps the garment extremely lightweight yet still wind and water resistant, and the snap button front closure and snap chest pockets maintains the classic shirt jacket silhouette that looks great anywhere. Throw it on over one of Mack weldon’s anti-odor t-shirts and hit the outdoors in style and comfort.
Why We Like It: Thinsulate insulation eliminates unnecessary bulk without sacrificing protection from the elements, while the classic shirt jacket silhouette pairs well with your favorite hard-wearing jeans or work pants.
Price: $148
Flint and Tinder The Bighorn Waxed Shirt Jacket
EARN THE PATINA
In-house Huckberry brand Flint and Tinder has mastered the timeless menswear basics, crafting their adventure-ready Bighorn Waxed Shirt Jacket with a unique fabric from British Millerain, the pioneers of waxed canvas construction. This high-performance material is built to withstand rain and cold effortlessly, but will also accommodate on warmer days when you still need protection.
You won’t overheat, you’ll stay protected from the light drizzle that may accompany a weekend away from it all at a secluded cabin, and best of all, a handsome patina will result from repeated wear this season.
Why We Like It: With repeated wear, the British Millerain waxed canvas construction will begin to develop a well-earned patina.
Price: $198
Kuhl The One Shirt-Jac
SUPERIOR MOVEMENT
Breathability and mobility are the two shining attributes with Kuhl’s “The One” Shirt-Jac, engineered for active lifestyles. Featuring the brand’s AIRSKAPE technology, it provides a lightweight feel, yet remains resistant to both wind and rain while underarm knit panels and four-way stretch provide the unparalleled breathability and the mobility needed to navigate the trail and the urban cityscape alike.
Why We Like It: The advanced four-way stretch fabric provides ease of movement while hiking, running, climbing, or just reaching for another can of your favorite brew.
Price: $149
Faherty Stretch Blanket Lined CPO Shirt Jacket
DESIGNED FOR LAYERING
With family-owned roots and an emphasis on crafting wardrobe essentials from some of the best fabrics in the business, Faherty has quickly become on of our go-to brands during the transitional months. And their Stretch Blanket CPO shirt jacket will help you transition from fall to winter without missing a beat.
It’s designed for layering and features an insulated blanket lining that works just as well over your favorite t-shirt during the fall months as it does over a sweater or long-sleeve polo during the winter. And the organic cotton exterior will feel 12 years broken in from the first day you wear it.
Why We Like It: It has the look and feel of your favorite lightweight work jacket, combined with a super soft blanket lining that will keep you nearly as warm as your favorite winter coat.
Price: $198
Flint and Tinder Quilted Nylon Shirt Jacket
MIDWEIGHT VERSATILITY
This is Flint and Tinder’s second mention on this list, and for good reason. While the heavier waxed canvas iteration above is great for work and play during the chillier months and designed to take a beating, the Quilted Nylon version here is great for three-season wear thanks to a midweight construction that wears just as well in April as it does in November.
An abrasion-resistant cotton nylon blend shell only helps your case for making this purchase, making it stand up better to the wear and tear of navigating the trails on your next weekend adventure.
Why We Like It: A lighter, more versatile midweight construction makes it the perfect layering piece all year long.
Price: $228
Filson CPO Wool Jac-Shirt
HEAVYWEIGHT WOOL
More than 100 years ago, Filson was founded to outfit the explorers and adventurers of the Pacific Northwest, the brand’s legacy continues to live on through their durable bags, tough jackets and pants, and purpose-built shirt jackets like this one.
Inspired by the heavy wool shirts issued to U.S. Navy Petty Officers beginning in the 1930s, the CPO Wool Jac-Shirt is made from 100%, 24 ounce wool that promises to keep you insulated form the cold, rain, and wind in even the toughest of weather conditions.
Why We Like It: The heritage quality and heavyweight wool construction. If it was tough enough to stand up to the unforgiving weather at sea experienced by enlisted servicemen, then its no doubt tough enough to accompany you on your next trek to the backcountry.
Price: $425
Stio Men’s Skycrest Insulated Snap Shirt Jacket
QUICK-DRYING
Whether it’s a lightweight-yet-warming puffer vest or some tough work pants, Stio does menswear right with an eye toward responsible design and agreeable pricing.
Crafted for both urban and outdoor adventures, the Skycrest shirt jacket boasts Thermore Ecodown insulation ensuring consistent warmth in cooler climates yet pulls double duty as a lightweight jacket in spring. The classic snap-front design offers both convenience and classic button-down shirt style while a unique Pertex Microlight and 30D nylon construction keep things lightweight while offering plenty of rip protection and water resistance when you head outdoors.
Why We Like It: The advanced materials allow for exceptional water resistance and tear strength while maintaining a lightweight feel.
Price: $185
Orvis Outdoor Quilted Snap Shirt Jacket
SOFT JERSEY KNIT
With gear that’s built for the field, the stream, and the campsite, Orvis does a great job of delivering rugged pieces across the board. If you’re looking for a shirt jacket to pair with your merino tee and duck canvas pants, you’ll most likely want the Outdoor Quilted Snap Shirt Jacket, a rugged piece that blends both wearability and modern functionality.
The soft jersey knit is super breathable and the diamond quilted silhouette looks great in the office, at a football game, or while camping on the weekends. Handwarmer pockets and rubber capped front snaps work together with the classic quilted exterior to make it a three-season layering favorite.
Why We Like It: The soft jersey knit construction with minimal insulation keeps it breathable enough for year-round wear, while layering it over your favorite sweater renders it a suitable winter companion.
Price: $95+
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