Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR

Utility Jacket + Cutoff Denim Shorts with Ankle Boots.

Boho, Fashion, Outfit Post, Summer, Weekend Wear, 112 Comments

by Ashley

Ashley Style Blogger + Creative Director

This utility jacket is always part of my travel wardrobe.

I’m making the case for the utility jacket today. Yes, it makes total sense worn over a t-shirt and jeans come fall, but this is actually a spring + summer staple, as well.  Where it comes in most handy? Summer outfitting, especially when it comes to vacation. A utility jacket is the perfect piece to wear on travel days (as airports and planes are forever cold); it layers nicely over a tank or tee and lends a cool vibe to a basic look.

Once you land, the utility jacket stays in my style rotation. On a recent trip to Denver, I used my utility jacket as an added layer over a strapless eyelet crop, my favorite Agolde shorts, and a pair of brown suede booties. Perfect for running around downtown Denver, popping in and out of air-conditioned shops and restaurants without adding bulk. I could easily slip in and out of it because it slung so nicely through the strap of my crossbody bag.

Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR
London Denim utility jacket (super old; almost exact here for under $65, similar here and here) // American Eagle top (on super sale right now; similar here) // Agolde shorts  // ASOS booties (old; similar here and here) // Madewell necklace set // Sugarfix earrings // Garmin smartwatch

Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR

Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR

Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR

Surprising Summer Staple: The Utility Jacket. | Ash from LSR

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In addition to being a bomb layering pieces, the utility jacket lives up to its name: it’s functional. Those oversized pockets are perfect for holding a cell phone, a small card holder, and a lip balm. The coverage is nice, too– it added some balance to the very-bare strapless top and short cutoffs when I needed it.

How do you feel about utility jackets? Do you own one?

Linking up with Elegance & Mommyhood, Curly Crafty Mom, Living on Cloud Nine, Adri Lately, Meet at the Barre, Threads for Thomas, Nancy’s Fashion Style, A Pocketful of Polka Dots, Shelbee on the Edge, Michelle’s Pa(i)ge + Northwest Blonde, and Pink Sole.

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112 Comments

  14. I had a utility jacket similar to this one and I wore it until there were holes in the pockets! It was such a great piece and I’ve been looking for another one ever since. So cute with the ankle boots! Starting to get those fall pieces in 🙂

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  17. Definitely agree with the utility jacket being a year round staple. I am ALWAYS cold. Love this look!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  19. I love it! Can’t begin to describe how much I adore this type of key pieces that make life so much easier! Whenever I need to pack for a weekend out, the go-to jacket saves me from very awkward moments. You look fresh and beautiful!

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    1. It’s just SUCH a great piece that I’ve been working into the rotation for years- it deserves some serious credit! 🙂

  30. utility jacket is one of my favorite pieces during college years! it’s amazing and so versatile, i kind of living in it the whole Fall last year! x
    have a wonderful day!

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  34. You constantly impress me by taking routine pieces and transforming them into stylish ensembles. Your alchemical magic has, I believe, to do with the way you mix stuff, creating a look that’s attractive and fun. I wonder how you learned to do this?

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    1. Thank you so much, friend! I am so glad you like this look- and honestly, it’s all gut instinct for me, which- I think- plays out because I’m also not afraid to get it wrong. An outfit doesn’t work? Oh well, I’ll just get dressed tomorrow and try again, haha. This frees me up, allowing me to try stuff in different ways- or at least, near as I can tell. 😉

  36. This is such a great look-I absolutely love a good transitional piece, especially in Alabama where the weather is temperamental and you never know when you might need a cute jacket as an extra layer!

    xoxo, SS

    Southern and Style

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  41. I own a utility jacket and I love it! It’s the first thing that I grab for when traveling. Not only do I love pockets but the color is such a beautiful neutral that it matches perfectly well to most of my outfits! Love this crop top and shorts outfit. You look amazing and those boots are having me obsessed with the upcoming Fall season!

    Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com

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  47. I adore utility jackets for the same reason – they are so versatile and perfect to travel with! I just got back from Atlanta and wore mine on repeat!

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  50. That’s such a cute jacket and it goes great with your shorts! I love ankle boots and shorts too, so few days of the year here where the weather is right to wear it, but I take advantage of it when I can! 🙂

    Hope that you are having a great weekend 🙂 We had a quiet one as we are all a little unwell from another round of winter bugs!

    Away From The Blue Blog

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