The Best Women's Shackets to Buy Now 2023

Here’s the thing about fall. While we’re ready for all things boots and pumpkins, the weather can make getting dressed feel a bit all over the place. The morning might be chilly followed by a scorching afternoon and cool again when the sun goes down. The answer to all your fashion woes? A shacket.

What is a shacket?

Chances are, you’ve already got one in your closet. The shacket—otherwise known as a shirt jacket–gets my vote as the most versatile piece of clothing in one’s fall wardrobe. When it comes to transitioning seasons, shackets are ideal for layering and (depending on where you live) can carry you right on through winter. In most cases, they resemble a traditional button-down shirt with chest pockets and collars, but are generally made from a thicker wool, flannel or quilted material.

But what I love so much about shackets is that there’s a version for every style sensibility. From refined silhouettes with belted waists to slouchy oversize cuts that look like you swiped them from your husband’s closet, a shacket can take a simple jeans and T-shirt outfit to the next level.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite shackets from plaid to flannel that will make getting dressed completely effortless–no matter what kind of weather the day brings.

Our favorite shackets for fall 2023

Steve Madden

Eldridge Plaid Coat

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$119

Long but not overly so, we love this style and color combo that’s giving fall Barbiecore in all the best ways.

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Vuori

Canyon Insulated Shirt Jacket

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$198

With the added Primaloft fill, this cozy insulated piece from Vuori can coast all the way through fall and even winter depending on your location.

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H&M

Oversize Shacket

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$59.99

Brushed woven fabric and an oversize fit make this snap-front shacket look like you stole it from your dude’s closet (in the best way.)

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Zara

Soft Overshirt

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$49.90

Similarly styled, we also adore this sweet pale pink option from Zara. The combination of a relaxed fit and thoughtful finishes gives it the ability to be dressed up or down. Throw it on over your workout gear or style it with a pair of wide leg trousers and boots–either way it’s a winner.

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Madewell

Brushed Crop Shirt Jacket

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$208

While fall is generally about deep, earthy tones, a classic sky blue is gorgeous all year round. Add in a casual cropped cut and a trucker jacket silhouette and you’ve got a piece that takes a simple T-shirt and jeans to fashion girl status.

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Old Navy

Oversized Soft-Brushed Shacket

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$69.99

With oversize buttons and a classic plaid print this wallet-friendly shacket is just begging to go apple picking.

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Z Supply

All Day Knit Denim Jacket

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$129

Denim, but make it cozy. This light wash button down is made from a soft French terry which makes it a perfect match for everything from bike shorts to leggings.

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Free People

We the Free Plaid Long Ruby

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$198

If you’ve been all “Tell me again why I can’t leave the house in this comfy house coat,” say no more. This maxi-length shacket from Free People says “Girl, who says you have to?” The plaid marvel manages to look stylish even though it checks all the cozy boxes and don’t even get us started on this color palette. Just make sure you ditch the slippers before pick up though. We have to draw the line somewhere.

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Outerknown

Mono Puffer Shirt Jacket

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$398

With its wind-resistant exterior and quilted puffy construction, this one is more jacket than shirt, but we’re not mad at it. (It’s also 100% recyclable and made to last season after season, so Mama Earth isn’t either.)

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Rylee + Cru

Quilted Chore Jacket

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$179

If you’ve ever dreamed of wrapping yourself up in your toddler’s cotton quilt and gone about your day without getting all the side eye, this one’s for you. The best part? There’s an oh-so-adorable tot-sized version so you can twin with your mini.

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