The trend of the duster jacket comes around every spring as a perfect way to transition from a full-blown coat to an insurance jacket only to be worn in the evenings.
What was originally a garment worn by horse-back riders to literally repel dust from their under clothes, it’s now become a fashion statement and the perfect accompaniment to skinny jeans. Here’s a roundup of our favourite dusters online at the moment and how you can style them up for spring.
Dainty Jacquard
This delicate duster is the perfect way to upgrade your date night outfit without looking like you’ve tried too hard. With the side splits and short frill sleeves, it’s super feminine especially in the colour blush. Counter the girly vibes with a striking statement t-shirt, some big earrings and your comfiest skinnies.
£65, River Island, Shop here
Military Pinstripes
Go sleeveless and full-length with this military button jacket in pinstripe, with a long-sleeve jumper underneath for the layered look in the daytime. To lengthen the legs, wear with a pair of heeled sandals or an open-toe heel.
£22, Pretty Little Thing, Shop here
Block stripes
This block black and white waterfall jacket is a loud statement piece especially flattering on petite frames. Stripes lengthen giving the illusion of height so wear with a pair of blue skinny jeans and a plain white t-shirt.
£45, Wallis, Shop here
Flute sleeves
This is an ideal office option for a smarter take on the duster coat style. The bell sleeves and collarless cut gives a sophisticated edge and can be worn over a dress as well as jeans. The high neckline means a pair of statement fringe earrings will keep it fresh, sassy and perfectly smart-casual.
£125, Studio 8 at House of Fraser, Shop here
Coral Contrast
Brighten up any spring shower with this punchy coral overcoat. Its trench coat format with a tie for the waist will be flattering on curves or even draped on the shoulders for a bit more of a devil-may-care look. Wear with a pair of nude court shoes and light grey cigarette trousers.
£60, Next, Shop here
Khaki Waterfall
For the ultimate casual cool, this khaki number will look great thrown over jeans with a V-neck top and gold hoops. The draw-string bottom hem make it wearable for daytime and will skim past anything you don’t feel like showing.
£34.99, New Look, Shop here
Emerald Stripes
This effortlessly cool full-length jacket is an edgy way to wear the duster. Ultimately slimming as it is comfy, this will look great over crepe culottes and a pair of off-white sneakers. A pop of red lippy is the perfect way to tie in the colours.
£55, Topshop, Shop here
Dusty Grey
With D-ring detailing, this duster coat is a classic piece that will go with everything you own. Wear over a little black dress for a night at the cocktail bar or wear over jeans and some technical sneakers, this is the do-it-all answer to the duster coat trend.
£65, River Island, Shop here
