The Jackets Every Woman Should Have in Her Closet

A sharp power piece that says you mean business as soon as you throw it on. Boss status, indeed.

H&M Black Double Breasted Blazer ($50)

Theory Elkaey Stretch-Wool Blazer ($485)

Topshop Ponte Boyfriend Blazer ($75)

Balmain Double-Breasted Wool-Twill Blazer ($2,385)

A.L.C. Wool and Cotton-Blend Blazer ($291, originally $727)

The jacket for Spring showers and for when it pours in the Winter. Stay dry with a trench.

Calvin Klein Double-Breasted Belted Trench Coat ($100)

Burberry London The Kensington Trench Coat ($1,795)

Vivienne Westwood Cape Trench Coat ($655)

Carven Trench Coat ($1,015)

A.P.C. Twill Trench Coat ($635)

Vince Camuto Double Breasted Shimmer Trench ($70)

An easy weekender jacket. It's a staple that can be layered in so many ways. Try it over a buttoned-up shirt or a rock tee. Olive is the new neutral.

H&M Cargo Jacket ($50)

Velvet by Graham & Spencer Ruby Army Jacket ($150)

Alexander Wang Boyfriend Cargo Jacket ($1,195)

Mango Military-Style Jacket ($120)

A jacket that makes you look cool to the core and says you are not to be messed with.

Madewell Ultimate Leather Motorcycle Jacket ($528)

H&M Biker Jacket ($70)

J.Crew Collection Leather Motorcycle Jacket ($550)

Topshop Suede Biker Jacket ($360)

Forever 21 Zippered Faux Leather Moto Jacket ($35)

All Saints Bleeker Leather Biker Jacket ($595)

Now if you don't have a denim jacket, it's time you got one. Just like a pair of trusty blue jeans, it works with nearly anything you put with it.

Forever 21 Distressed Denim Jacket ($28)

Topshop Moto Denim Jacket ($75)

Acne Studios Tag Jean Jacket ($300)

ASOS Noisy May Denim Jacket ($51)

J.Crew Denim Jacket in Tyler Wash ($128)

When you don't want to wear a jacket because sometimes layering takes too much effort, throw on a puffer vest with your basic tee or a long-sleeved sweater. The feather down will be enough to keep you from the chill.

J.Crew Shiny Quilted Puffer Vest ($100, originally $128)

Zara Puffer Vest in Khaki ($70)

H&M Quilted Vest ($20, originally $35)

Tommy Hilfiger Puffer Vest ($90, originally $130)

Madewell Penfield® Rockford Vest ($200)

Ralph Lauren Wine Puffer Vest ($150)

Bernardo PrimaLoft® Vest ($59, originally $118)

Rag & Bone Hybrid Quilted Vest ($495)

Rag & Bone Quilted Vest ($545)

Joe Fresh Pack Away Puffer Vest ($69)

J.Crew Excursion Quilted Flannel Vest ($128)

The sophisticated ladylike jacket for when you feel like throwing on something chic.

Giambattista Valli Boxy Fitted Tweed Jacket ($2,700)

Diane von Furstenberg Alberta Tweed Jacket ($749)

See by Chloé Wool-Blend Tweed Jacket ($565)

J.Crew Metallic Tweed Jacket ($248)

Truth & Pride Tweed Jacket ($275)

When Winter rolls around, you need warmth. Find it in a Winter jacket, preferably wool, but fleece is an option if you're allergic.

Zara V-Neck Jacket ($50)

Forever 21 Buttoned Wrap Cocoon Jacket ($50)

Donna Karan New York Belted Cashmere Wrap Jacket ($1,497, originally $2,995)

Bassike Kimono Style Wrap Jacket ($850)

H&M Wool-Blend Jacket in Dark Gray ($99)

Closed Wool Blend Jacket ($521)

The fun, colorful, happy side of you wants to express itself. Do it in a statement-making jacket.

H&M Embroidered Kimono ($129)

Tim Ryan Neon Multi Color Lurex Fringed Jacket ($2,450)

Zara Embroidered Jacket ($149)

Fendi Color-Block Stretch Jacket ($2,550)

Topshop Scarf Print Bomber Jacket ($105)

Mango Printed Cotton Jacket ($70)

Chicnova Baseball Uniform Jacket ($25)

Dolce & Gabbana Portofino Printed Brocade Jacket ($3,295)

Moschino Cheap & Chic Leopard Blazer ($476)