With less than two weeks until spring, it's time to spruce up your wardrobe!
Stow away your puffy coats and make room for new outerwear pieces. We've found the perfect options for transitional jackets -- ones that aren’t bulky but are chic, affordable and versatile, just what you need for spring and beyond!
Here are 20 lightweight jackets, all under $100, for every shape and style. With so many varieties to choose from -- trenches, parkas and windbreakers -- it’s hard to know where to start. We've got you covered!
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1. Easy Oversize Trench, Something Navy
This trench encapsulates all of the sophistication of an iconic designer piece but on a budget -- it rings in for just $84, saving us a bundle! Style Hint: Keep it classic with blue jeans, loafers (we love animal print ones) and white blouse. Pull your hair back in a ponytail and tie it off with a chic silk scarf for a Parisian vibe.
2. Perfect Rain Jacket, J.Crew
Windbreakers can often be noisy when you walk and the rubberized fabric rubs up against your body. This jacket's cotton and nylon blend fabric is quieter, softer and lets you walk in peace and still stay dry. Style Hint: It comes in nine great colors. Go for a bright option, like cobalt blue, for some cheerfulness on those rainy, dark days.
3. City Anorak, Everlane
This sleek lightweight jacket is versatile and works for the office and weekends alike. The crisp silhouette combined with the neutral black color makes this something you can even wear in the evening on a rainy night. Style Hint: Offset this dark jacket with florals or pastels to add some spring to your step!
4. Plaid Trench Coat, CHELSEA28
Plaid doesn't have to be reserved for fall and winter, and with this trench's lightweight material and blush-toned checks, it transitions to springtime perfectly. Style hint: Pick your favorite color from the pattern (we love the rose stripe) and reach for accessories in the shade. Pair with jeans and a sweater or dark t-shirt depending on the temps and whether you're office bound or antiquing.
5. Rain Mac With Corduroy Collar, Topshop
Rain Mac With Corduroy Collar
A corduroy collar, cuffed sleeves, and a lined hood give this mac a bit more character than iterations before. Style Hint: Jeans and a cream fisherman's sweater underneath give your look a stylish, English countryside vibe.
6. Navy Floral Nylon Rain Jacket, Torrid
Navy Floral Nylon Rain Jacket
The thin and airy fabric of this jacket makes it perfect for wearing in 100 percent humidity. It's also roomy enough to wear a thick sweater underneath, if the weather demands it. Style Hint: Juxtapose the girly floral pattern with edgy boots and dark wash jeans.
7. Short Coat, H&M
Although leopard is seasonless, this short, straight-cut jacket is ideal for the in-between weather that takes us from now to spring. The print adds sophistication to any ensemble, so feel free to wear it to a more formal occasion or show some style at a job interview. Style Hint: Go with an entirely black outfit underneath to keep this coat sleek and chic. For additional coverage, add a black blanket scarf.
8. Christy Floral Snap Button Rain Jacket, Urban Outfitters
Christy Floral Snap Button Rain Jacket
This snap-front jacket's pattern of polka dots and bold flowers lends a mod feel to this translucent trench, putting your right on-trend for the season. Style Hint: Feel free to have fun with what you wear underneath by pairing a bright coral or orchid-toned sweater underneath for an additional pop.
9. Crinkle Nylon Long Hooded Parka, Bernardo
Crinkle Nylon Long Hooded Parka
This shiny teal parka is feels ultra lightweight but its knee-length silhouette and adjustable sleeves keep you fully covered in a downpour. Style Hint: Roll up and snap the sleeves to give the jacket a casual duster look for warmer days.
10. GoLightly Packable Floral Print Raincoat, Joules
GoLightly Packable Floral Print Raincoat
Get an advance on May flowers with this lively waterproof coat, spangled with delicate blossoms. It's a perfect travel piece since it folds up into one of its pockets for easy packing or bringing to the countryside when a shower could try to spoil your day. Style Hint: Cinch the adjustable waist to create a more flattering silhouette over jeans.
11. Long Trench Coat, Vero Moda
This classic trench with a twist comes fully lined with satin fabric and a soft matte khaki exterior. A detachable belt allows you to choose whether to control the looser shape or tie it in the back as shown. Style Hint: The minty green stripe gives this a sporty spin and will make you look stylish even when running errands.
12. Water- Resistant Hooded Anorak, Old Navy
Water-Resistant Hooded Anorak
Stay comfy and dry with this water-resistant jacket, which with its hood and snap up collar, keep you warm and dry on any commute. The jaunty yellow reminds us of wearing “foul weather gear” for summer sailing lessons as a kid. We love the classic coated yellow shade for a perfect antidote to gray days. Style Hint: No need to match your rain boots with your rain jackets. Go with brights for both.
13. Private Eyes Trench, Jack Dakota
Jack By BB Dakota Private Eyes Trench
Reach for this soft, breezy trench when you need just a little protection. The drape of the shawl collar gives off an easy breezy, casual vibe. Style Hint: Since this doesn't button up or zip close, think about styling it with eye-catching pieces underneath such as a printed sweater or hoodie. And don't wear it on the worst weather days!
14. Who What Wear Double Welt Pocket Anorak, Target
Women's Plus Size Front Double Welt Pocket Button Detailed Anorak Jacket
Turn heads, and umbrellas, in this glossy, vibrant jacket. A swing shape and durable fabric will keep you comfortable against all weather for many seasons. Style Hint: Pop the oversized flap collar to protect your face and neck and to add some dramatic flair to your look.
15. Color Block Popover Windbreaker Jacket, American Eagle
Color Block Popover Windbreaker Jacket
An easy pullover offers quick, on the go coverage. In fact, this one you can actually take for a run or to the gym or a hike! Style Hint: Keep with the muted palette and pair with light pinks and beiges. For warmer weather, match the pullover with American Eagle's coordinating pair of shorts.
16. Leopard Print Translucent Raincoat, Loft
Plus Leopard Print Translucent Raincoat
Subtle animal print camouflages the translucent style of this hooded zip-front jacket. Two big front pockets keep your phone, wallet and trinkets dry when the rain starts and you have to go out to walk the dog or get to the market. Style Hint: Choose a lighter shade of sweater or t-shirt underneath so the fun pattern stands out.
17. Padded Windbreaker Jacket, Topshop
Padded Windbreaker Jacket
This sporty windbreaker is slightly padded to give you a little more insulation from the elements until the weather warms up and stays that way. Style Hint: Lean in on the 90's trend and choose an outfit equally as bold as the striking cobalt blue shade.
18. Translucent Rain Jacket, Levi’s
This unique glossy translucent layer works doubletime to repel water and attract compliments. Style Hint: This is the perfect coat to grab when you’re halfway out the door and check the weather app and it's suddenly calling for 80 percent chance of rain, because this jacket goes with any outfit!
19. WindJammer Jacket, Free People
This fun iridescent windbreaker packs up to be teeny tiny so you can easily throw it in your gym duffel or keep it in your car in case wet weather strikes. The drawstring hem and hood keep chilly winds at bay. Style Hint: Heading on a spring trip? You'll want to bring it for its packable size and how vibrant it appears in photos.
20. Nylon Anorak, Abercrombie
A hidden, zip-away hood makes this anorak perfect for any kind of weather. Coupled with the nylon shell, you can truly withstand anything in this jacket. Style Hint: Use the drawstring waist to give the jacket some shape, and throw it on over shorts, a skirt or jeans, and keep it handy for those rainy Saturdays when you need to be outside.
