A great jacket can make even the simplest fall outfit feel more put together, and thankfully you don’t have to spend a lot to try one of this season’s trends. After sharing some of the biggest jacket styles for fall, I went searching for affordable ways to get the look. These trendy fall jackets under $40 include everything from barn jackets and bombers to cropped trenches, suede, and feminine statement styles.
I found 20 options that make it easy to try something new without a big investment. Whether you love classic neutrals or want a little color, pattern, or texture, there are so many cute ways to add an extra layer this fall!
Casual Fall Jacket Trends Under $40
Barn jackets and relaxed everyday layers are having such a moment this fall. These are the styles you can easily throw over a tee or sweater with jeans and sneakers. Details like contrast collars, quilting, drawstring hems, and faux suede give these casual jackets a little more personality while still making them incredibly wearable.
- Brown barn jacket
- Oversized khaki barn jacket
- Light blue jacket
- Blue stand collar jacket
- Red drawstring hem jacket
- Khaki quilted jacket
- Faux suede bomber
Statement Fall Jackets Under $40
Your jacket doesn’t have to be an afterthought! Polka dots, gingham, plaid, embroidery, houndstooth, and even a pop of pink turn an extra layer into the focal point of your outfit. I especially love these options for wearing with simple basics because the jacket does most of the work for you.
- White polka dot jacket
- Brown gingham jacket
- Plaid bomber jacket
- Brown polka dot windbreaker
- Pink oversized bomber
- Embroidered bomber jacket
- Cropped houndstooth jacket
Classic Fall Jackets With a Trendy Twist
Some of my favorite fall trends are really updated versions of jackets we’ve been wearing for years. Cropped trenches, cape silhouettes, faux suede blazers, and short collared jackets feel current without being so trendy that you’ll tire of them quickly. These are also great choices if your style tends to lean a little more polished.
- Collared cropped wool jacket
- Cape jacket
- Cropped trench coat
- Faux suede blazer
- Black cropped trench
- Light beige cape sleeve jacket
Affordable Fall Layers to Try
You certainly don’t need a closet full of new outerwear to update your wardrobe this season. Even adding one different silhouette, texture, or pattern can make the pieces you already own feel fresh again. These trendy fall jackets under $40 are an affordable way to experiment with some of the season’s biggest looks and figure out which ones work best with your personal style.
And at under $40, I love that you can have a little fun with a trend without feeling like it has to be a forever piece. Which jacket would you add to your fall wardrobe?
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