10 denim jackets perfect for work and the weekend

Think denim jackets and you’d be hard-pressed to find a way to wear it to work. But just like how the denim jeans has found a place in most offices, the denim jacket can be worn into the office without looking sloppy. Look for interesting details, treatments or designs to spice up the regular denim jacket. Then once Casual Fridays are over, bring your denim jacket into the weekend with a bevy of styling tips and options that you can easily work with.

This article was originally published in Women’s Weekly.

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Work: A classic denim jacket can be worn with a dressy top and a midi skirt. Avoid footwear that reads “casual”, such as white sneakers, and stick to more business-approved options like pumps. 

Weekend: Pair it with a pair of sandals and floaty fabrics for a fresh, fun weekend look. 

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Work: While it’s not a cargo jacket, this terracotta topper gives you a less casual option than you can still pull off at the office. Style this with a white shirt and pointy flats for a fuss-free outfit.

Weekend: Play with tonal colours by incorporationg shades of yellow, orange, red and brown into your outfit.

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Work: The tweed insert definitely helps to dress up this option a little more. Just add tailored trousers to go.

Weekend: Keep it effortlessly cool by pairing with a mini skirt and some casual sneakers.

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Work: The puffy shoulders are perfect partners for the office, so go easy on statement jewellery and accessories.

Weekend: Push up your sleeves and wear it with white shorts before running out to brunch.

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Work: Florals are a great way of dressing up a simple denim jacket. Accentuate the blue further by wearing turquoise stone jewellery. 

Weekend: Avoid clashing colours and stick to simple, classic separates. You can falter with a striped tee and khaki shorts.

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Work: A white studded jacket feels less rock-chick, and more grown up. Try wearing it with grey tones and see how it can instantly transform into an office jacket.

Weekend: This is the one jacket that can accompany you everywhere! We recommend pairing it with a slogan tee for a cool date look.

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Work: Topstitching is a huge trend this season, and it instantly lifts a look. Bring out the white of the stitching by pairing it with a white blouse.

Weekend: You can afford to experiment with textures. Lace, embellishments and prints are also great ways of dressing up this piece.

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Work: Throw this over a simple work dress and wear some colourful accessories for a perfectly fun Friday look.

Weekend: Match with a khaki skirt and white mules for a super-chic-off-duty OOTD.

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Work: The florals on this piece gives it a slightly Western vibe. Finish with a pair of wide-legged jeans and cool shoes.

Weekend: What perfect way to inject a bit of fun and colour into your weekend clothing with a floral jacket! If you dare, mix it up with another floral piece for that perfect clash of texture.

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Work: Inject a fresh burst of white by way of your denim jacket, and use it as a base to play with different patterns and prints.

Weekend: Dress it down with a pair of denim shorts and some classic flats.

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