It's suede jacket season and if you're looking for one way to update your wardrobe, its with a suede jacket in one of its many iterations. Suede bombers, funnel neck jackets and sculptural versions are on the backs of every influencer at the moment, favouring the styles looks both polished and casual. And far from a suede jacket being something of a nostalgic 70s throwback, suede is so much more than its retro connotations. Suede for autumn wardrobes in 2026 can be both structured and smart, or loose and laidback - it's a versatile fabric, there's no denying that.
The trend for women's suede jackets has kicked up a notch. We're still shopping for brown suede, the most classic of colours including decadent chocolate shades from mahogany to camel and teetering on khaki-brown, but it's the bright suede jackets I'm excited; deep raspberry hues, cobalt blues and bold greens. Throw in the deliciously soft feel of the fabric and it's heavenly for right now.
- Suede bomber editor's pick: M&S Suede Relaxed Bomber Jacket, £275 /
- Suede blazer: Barneys Originals Suede Blazer, £140 /
- The cropped suede jacket: Rixo Dionne Suede Jacket, £495 / $820
- Suede trench coat: Nobody's Child Suede Trench Coat, £339.20 / $364.65
- Suede funnel neck jacket: Zara Fuax Suede Funnel Neck Jacket, £49.99
- Colourful suede jacket: Reserved Oversized Suede Red Jacket, £139.99 /
- Sculptural suede jacket: Aligne Mavis Suede Jacket, £470 / $585
The suede jacket women are searching for this month? A nipped in waist, blouson suede bomber jacket all pumped up and voluminous in shape but soft in feel. Elsewhere, it's a brown oversized suede blazer that's doing the street style rounds, worn with cream or white jeans. It's in parts boho and chic, playful yet smart, and a warmer way to wear a jacket, on those days when trench coats feels too formal and a barn jacket too casual.
Search new in on any high street brand and you'll see a suede jacket - the Rohe Sculptural Suede Jacket is one of this season's hottest tickets, despite the eye-watering price tag.
Suede has always been a classic (suede boots have never gone out of fashion) but this season it is still everywhere - as well as jackets, suede mini skirts, suede tote bags and even suede waistcoats are par for the course. And while suede fringe jackets are festival season essentials, I'd keep it stashed till you're hitting the campsite. This season, the spotlight is on the more minimalist side of suede, more pared back than party.
Much like leather, the fabric gets better with age. just be sure to treat it before you wear it with a suede protector. If you're wanting something a little more unique, search your local vintage or charity shops for suede jackets, or try Vinted and eBay for retro styles.
How to wear a suede jacket
Nothing looks cooler than brown suede and denim, it's a match made in heaven. Just be sure to protect your suede, so it doesn't rub onto your denim or accessories.
I love the pop of red suede too from Isabel Dorsman, worn with denim for the best colour combination. Note the shape too; belted, but relaxed, a great figure flattering shape.
© GettyHow I chose the best women's suede jackets
- Style: I've focused on the big suede jacket designs for women for autumn/winter - suede funnel neck jackets, bright suede jackets and bombers.
- Price: Suede is pricey, but I've searched for women's suede jackets with a variety of price tags. Look for faux suede or suedette designs if your budget can't stretch to 100% leather.
- New in: We're so ready for the new season, and I've filtered all searches to show the latest jackets.
Shop the best suede jackets for women
1. The suede bomber jacket
This is the popular jacket, the one you'll find on every influencer from designer to high street. These look the most luxe in a mid to dark brown, or a khaki green, and the more oversized the better; look for ones with gathered hems so they create some volume on top. Or keep things streamlined, to layer over a light knit.
2. The suede blazer
If you're wanting to upgrade you classic blazer, a suede version is just the thing for the season. Throw on over a plain tee or ribbed striped knit, or go preppy with a roll neck underneath.
3. The cropped suede jacket
Cute and flirty, the cropped suede jacket is a sweet addition to your autumnal look and pairs so stylishly with white denim or barrel leg jeans.
4. The suede trench coat
Perhaps the chicest of pairings is the trench coat shape in suede - oh it's so stylish. Very New York, very cool.
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Nobody's Child Suede Trench Coat
© Nobody's Child
5. The suede funnel neck jacket
Funnel neck jackets are a big trend for this season, and while the majroty come in windbreaker style, don't sleep on the suede jackets with funnel necks.
6. The colourful suede jacket
I've noticed colourful suede jackets growing in popularity, with red being one of the emerging colour moments for the season ahead.
7. Sculptural suede jacket
As well as the classic shapes, I'm loving the new sculptural designs in suede; think cinched in waists, wide cuffs, blouson sleeves and exaggerated shoulders. Instantly elevates denim and ballet flats, or a black skirt.
