A denim jacket is the LBD of outerwear. It looks great over everything and, in a classic trucker cut, never goes out of style. But who says you have to stick to the same denim every day? News flash: You can own two jean jackets (even three if you're feeling wild). That’s why we’re giving our go-to topper a slight breather in favor of a shopping spree among these 17 styles. Trust us: They’re far less expected and just as versatile.
17 Reasons You Need a Second (Fun) Jean Jacket
![forever 21 plus size jean jacket with vertical stripes](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/forever-21-plus-size-jean-jacket-with-vertical-stripes.png?fit=680%2C489)
Vertical Stripes
To match your favorite poolside umbrella.
Forever 21 ($38)
![jcrew long belted denim jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/jcrew-long-belted-denim-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Long And Belted
Pants are a natural choice here, but pair this style with a dress of the exact same length (or a touch shorter) for an unexpected ensemble.
J.Crew ($140)
![free people military inspired jean jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/free-people-military-inspired-jean-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Military Inspiration
Imagine all the Sgt. Pepper styling options.
Free People ($128)
![rebecca taylor la vie denim jacket with velour ruffles](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/rebecca-taylor-la-vie-denim-jacket-with-velour-ruffles.png?fit=680%2C489)
Soft Ruffles
This "jean" jacket has a secret—it's actually made of velour, perfect for snuggling up on planes, trains and automobiles.
Rebecca Taylor La Vie ($375)
![ag frayed denim moto jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/ag-frayed-denim-moto-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Slightly Frayed
The coolest alternative to your played-out cardigans and blazers, while still keeping things office-appropriate.
AG ($258)
![halogen bell sleeve denim jacket copy](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/halogen-bell-sleeve-denim-jacket-copy.png?fit=680%2C489)
Bell Sleeves
Like your favorite trendy blouse, but in jacket form.
Halogen ($89)
![lucky brand denim jacket with frayed hem and hood](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/lucky-brand-denim-jacket-with-frayed-hem-and-hood.png?fit=680%2C489)
Raw Hem Hood
A lovely blend of East Coast edge and West Coast casual.
Lucky Brand ($60)
![gigi hadid for tommy hilfiger denim jacket with studs](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/gigi-hadid-for-tommy-hilfiger-denim-jacket-with-studs.png?fit=680%2C489)
Western Inspired
Hey, if it’s good enough for supermodel Gigi Hadid….
![chorus plus size denim jacket with pearl embellishments](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/chorus-plus-size-denim-jacket-with-pearl-embellishments.png?fit=680%2C489)
Pearl Embellishment
Just add a dark wash and jewelry-inspired details to feel extra fancy.
Chorus ($67)
![cece denim jacket with ruffles](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/cece-denim-jacket-with-ruffles.png?fit=680%2C489)
Delicate Ruffles
You know what? Sometimes you need frilly little ruffles in your life.
CeCe ($129)
![sea denim jacket with color blocking and ruffles](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/sea-denim-jacket-with-color-blocking-and-ruffles.png?fit=680%2C489)
Double Denim
And other times, you need a dramatic peplum. And a color-blocked bodice.
Sea ($403)
![nasty gal cropped color blocked denim jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/nasty-gal-cropped-color-blocked-denim-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Cropped And Boxy
The waist-grazing silhouette gives the vision of an hourglass shape, especially when paired with a skirt or pants that just hit the jacket’s hem.
Nasty Gal ($70)
![boohoo embellished denim jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/boohoo-embellished-denim-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Embellished
So you can have that festival feel all year long.
Boohoo ($47)
![hudson quilted denim bomber jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/hudson-quilted-denim-bomber-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Quilted
Wear this sporty bomber jacket with leggings and sneakers for the ultimate comfy brunch ensemble.
Hudson ($171)
![who what wear for target denim jacket with neck tie](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/who-what-wear-for-target-denim-jacket-with-neck-tie.png?fit=680%2C489)
Tie Neck
We never knew we needed a bandanna-style collar until now.
Who What Wear for Target ($43)
![brooks brothers denim blazer](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/brooks-brothers-denim-blazer.png?fit=680%2C489)
Blazer
Casual Friday, here we come.
Brooks Brothers ($149)
![billy t flamingo and frond print denim jacket](https://publish.purewow.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/billy-t-flamingo-and-frond-print-denim-jacket.png?fit=680%2C489)
Flamingo Print
Palm trees and flamingos and tropical flowers, oh my! Basically Miami in jacket form.
Billy T ($156)