Item of the Week: Field Jackets

Oct 10, 2017

In the early fall, finding the right jacket can be a challenge.  These olive-green field jackets were super trendy three years ago, but unlike many trends, this one had staying power.

This LL Bean Classic Utility Jacket ($89) is a wardrobe essential.  I wear mine with jeans and sweaters, over workout clothes when I walk the dogs, or with a nice blouse and trousers for a casual business look.  The key to choosing a great jacket is to choose one in a mid-hip length with a defined waist.

LL Bean has an incredible selection of styles and weights at affordable prices.  They offer a waxed field jacket, a flannel-lined utility jacket, and a sherpa-lined jacket.  All of these styles also come in petite.  The flannel-lined jacket also comes in plus-sizes.

Need an under-$75 option?  Try this jacket from J.Crew Factory, or this jacket from Modcloth, which also comes in plus-sizes.  For something really affordable, Target has this $30 olive vest.

Item of the Week, Style

share this post

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  1. Monica T says:

    I just can’t do olive green, but last year I found a field jacket from Madewell (Fleet Jacket) in a lovely dusky blue color. Coordinates with everything in my closet with that outdoorsy fall vibe. It is truly a classic. They don’t seem to carry it in that color this year. https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/JACKETSANDOUTERWEAR/Jackets/PRDOVR~C3394/C3394.jsp

  2. Justine says:

    I have the Women’s Twill Anorak Hooded Jacket from A New Day at Target and love it. It has a drawstring at the waist and I love the hood and detail on the elbows. It’s available in olive green and 3 other colors, including the grey that I got. It’s very lightweight, but I live in southern California, so not an issue for me. I feel it’s worth the $39 I paid – I wear it a lot more than I expected. The dream is Barbour, but I have a hard time justifying the cost in my climate.

    https://www.target.com/p/women-s-twill-anorak-hooded-jacket-a-new-day-153/-/A-52249792?lnk=rec|slp|search_bought|slp|52249792|0

  3. Sara says:

    I have last year’s version of the LLBean jacket and it is FANTASTIC! I loved it so much I bought the lined version as well. Quality is great and it checks all of the boxes.

  4. […] Great field jacket recommendations can be found right this way. […]

  5. Caitlin says:

    I got a utility jacket in a beautiful dusky pink (millennial pink?) a couple years ago but… shock and surprise, it matches with none of my mustard-and-burgundy fall wardrobe. Facepalm. These work much better.

Join The List

Stay up to date on the latest from Capitol Hill Style!

sUBSCRIBE

Beauty Review: Bondi Boost

As I age, I notice many changes in my body. Most are fine. Some are frustrating. Like many women, I lost a lot of hair in my postpartum phase. Being anemic for more than a year after, it didn’t grow back in to its former glory. So I’ve tried any number of shampoos, pills and […]

0

READ MORE 

Recent Posts

The Find: Shirts That Don’t Gape

I remember when Rochelle Behrens launched The Shirt — a button-down blouse with anti-gape technology (a patented internal button that keeps the look smooth). The idea seemed brilliant, but at the time, my bust didn’t require an extra button. One baby later, I understand the need for some extra security.

6

READ MORE 

The Range: Printed Shirt Dresses

If you’re preparing your wardrobe for the warmer weather, don’t sleep on shirt dresses. Casual when worn with sandals or sneaker, dressy with flats or heels, they’re great for any work situation. They’re a great piece that you can throw on any time you need to look pulled together. Here are a few choices.

6

READ MORE 

VIEW ALL POSTS

Beauty, Top Posts | March 27, 2024

Beauty Review: Bondi Boost

As I age, I notice many changes in my body. Most are fine. Some are frustrating. Like many women, I lost a lot of hair in my postpartum phase. Being anemic for more than a year after, it didn’t grow back in to its former glory. So I’ve tried any number of shampoos, pills and […]

0

READ MORE 

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | March 27, 2024

The Find: Shirts That Don’t Gape

I remember when Rochelle Behrens launched The Shirt — a button-down blouse with anti-gape technology (a patented internal button that keeps the look smooth). The idea seemed brilliant, but at the time, my bust didn’t require an extra button. One baby later, I understand the need for some extra security.

6

READ MORE 

Features, Posts, The Range | March 26, 2024

The Range: Printed Shirt Dresses

If you’re preparing your wardrobe for the warmer weather, don’t sleep on shirt dresses. Casual when worn with sandals or sneaker, dressy with flats or heels, they’re great for any work situation. They’re a great piece that you can throw on any time you need to look pulled together. Here are a few choices.

6

READ MORE 

Features, Monday Mornings, Top Posts | March 25, 2024

The Mondays: March 18, 2024

This weekend was a tricky one. The warm weather and bright sunshine of last weekend disappeared in a flurry of wet snow trapping our very active 18-month-old in the house with us. Plus, our babysitter cancelled, so neither of us feels ready for the week ahead. But in between making mac-and-cheese and watching Aristocats for […]

6

READ MORE 

RECENT POSTS

©2023 CAPITOL HILL STYLE | SITE BY LEIGH THE STUDIO