{"id":214411,"date":"2026-02-04T13:09:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T02:09:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/?p=214411"},"modified":"2026-02-04T13:17:39","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T02:17:39","slug":"how-to-wear-bomber-jacket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/style\/how-to-wear-bomber-jacket","title":{"rendered":"How To Wear A Bomber Jacket In Every Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The humble bomber jacket has come a long way since its military origins, moving from the literal runway to a more fashion oriented one.<\/p><p>Once worn almost exclusively by fighter pilots, this wardrobe staple has since been adopted by every man and his dog, whether it be British punk rockers or pop-teen heart throbs.<\/p><p>However, much in the same way that its wearers have changed, so too has the style of the jacket itself. From unlined cotton iterations to high end, fine leather Varsity versions, the bomber never fails to reinvent itself season after season.<\/p><p>With so much choice, it helps to have a definitive guide on how to wear it and when. Here, we explain how to capitalise on every look from semi-formal through to street.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-535747929\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_1608616857 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_1608616857 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[300,250],[320,100],[320,180],[336,280],[640,360]],\"incontent-535747929\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_1608616857.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-535747929\");});};adsQueue.push(load_1608616857);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"content-subscribe\">\n        <div class=\"subscribe-box\">\n            <p class=\"subscribe-title\">Curated news for men, <br\/>delivered to your inbox.<\/p>\n            <form class=\"subscribe-form\" method=\"POST\">\n                <div class=\"subscribe-input\">\n                    <label class=\"screen-reader-text\" for=\"subscribe-email\">Email:<\/label>\n                    <input type=\"email\" name=\"email\" id=\"subscribe-email\" placeholder=\"Enter your email\" required class=\"form-control\" autocomplete=\"on\" \/>\n                    <button type=\"submit\" class=\"button button-primary subscribe-button\">Sign Up<\/button>\n                    <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"source\" value=\"article\" \/>\n                    <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_wpnonce\" name=\"_wpnonce\" value=\"e2df992756\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/214411\" \/>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"form-result\"><\/div>\n            <\/form>\n            <p class=\"subscribe-copy\">Join the DMARGE newsletter \u2014 Be the first to receive the latest news and exclusive stories on style, travel, luxury, cars, and watches. Straight to your inbox.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>In This Story\u2026<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-with-jeans\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket With Jeans<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-with-trousers\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket With Trousers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-with-shirt\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket With Shirt<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-with-t-shirt\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket With T-Shirt<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-with-a-hat\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket With A Hat<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bomber-jacket-appropriate-shoes\" data-level=\"2\">Bomber Jacket Appropriate Shoes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-with-jeans\">Bomber Jacket With Jeans<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber-jeans.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214422\"><\/figure><p>Love him or loathe him, Scott \u2018The Lord\u2019 Disick knows how to wear a bomber and jeans like no one else. His secret? Recognising that a bomber jacket is the equivalent of a party jacket when it comes to a night out. The perfect compromise between casual and looking smart. In one fell swoop, it can seamlessly take a crew neck tee and slim leg jeans to the next level \u2013 and probably get you past the door staff too.<\/p><p>But before you go and buy just any bomber jacket, there are a few pointers to consider. As with most things, not all bombers are created equal. If you\u2019re using one to stand out from the riff raff, quality material and fit are non-negotiables. Satin bombers, for example, add an element of luxe and also provide an important counter balance to more everyday textures like cotton and denim. And leather bomber jackets take premium to a whole new level.<\/p><p>When it comes to fit, you want to make sure that it hits right at your waist and the sleeves are slim, otherwise you risk looking boxy and having an 80s fashion hangover.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-1092667019\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_804414590 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_804414590 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-1092667019\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_804414590.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-1092667019\");});};adsQueue.push(load_804414590);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-with-trousers\">Bomber Jacket With Trousers<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber-trousers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214425\"><\/figure><p>Coming from the more formal school of bombers, we\u2019re firm believers in them being a valid alternative to the traditional blazer. Paired with slim leg trousers that are cropped just on the ankle, it gives an otherwise classic look a touch of street cred.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-1259909124\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_1726405084 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_1726405084 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-1259909124\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_1726405084.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-1259909124\");});};adsQueue.push(load_1726405084);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>But be warned. When pairing a bomber with proper wool trousers, there\u2019s a risk of making yourself look top heavy if you whack on a puffy Nylon iteration. Sticking with darker colours and higher end finishes \u2013 as per the gents pictured \u2013 will counter this and also ensure that you\u2019re looking age appropriate. Suede and cashmere are both great pairings that work just as well in the office as they do at the bar.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re hunting down a stockist, the likes of <a href=\"https:\/\/suitsupply.com\/en-us\/search?q=BOMBER+JACKET&amp;lang=en_US\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">Suitupply<\/a> have some great options that won\u2019t set you back a small fortune.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-with-shirt\">Bomber Jacket With Shirt<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber-shirts.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214439\"><\/figure><p>For some, the thought of a bomber jacket with anything other than a crew neck tee shirt is near impossible. And granted, the proliferation of styles with an elasticised, scooped collar lend themselves to being worn this way. But why do what everyone else is doing when you could do something better?<\/p><p>If anything, there\u2019s a certain unexpectedness that comes with seeing such a casual jacket with a collared shirt. Take these gents above as examples. The addition of a coloured bomber can lend a relaxed cool to an otherwise staid shirt and tie combo.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-1338531082\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_112970880 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_112970880 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-1338531082\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_112970880.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-1338531082\");});};adsQueue.push(load_112970880);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>Contrast is key here, and it pays to look for colours and fabrics that play off each other.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-with-t-shirt\">Bomber Jacket With T-Shirt<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber-tshirt.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214430\"><\/figure><p>Kanye. Raf Simons. Need we say more? Kanye\u2019s adoption of the bomber sparked a true renaissance of the jacket in its most utilitarian form. And for good reason. This hip-hop artist-cum-fashion designer knows his way around normcore dressing like no one else.<\/p><p>Pairing a graphic tee with jeans may seem pass\u00e9, but put a bomber on over the top and it gives the look a whole new lease on life. More than that, it represents a certain nonchalance and street cred that most gents can only dream of.<\/p><p>But how to dress like Kanye when you\u2019re, well, not, is no mean feat. If this is your first foray, a basic, neutral base is key. A well-cut white, black or grey tee will serve you well and is worth paying for.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-810066840\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_836595418 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_836595418 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-810066840\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_836595418.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-810066840\");});};adsQueue.push(load_836595418);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>Try Bassike or Cos for long lasting classics. What you layer on top all comes down to you though. Have fun with hardware details and experiment with colourful linings.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-with-a-hat\">Bomber Jacket With A Hat<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber-hat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214433\"><\/figure><p>The baseball cap and bomber. Nothing hides a night on the tiles quite so well, or quite so stylishly. This is a go to for weekend brunch or a long haul flight and proves a dynamite combo when pulled off right.<\/p><p>While basic, there are a few ground rules to abide by. First and foremost, if you\u2019re wearing a cap with a logo, steer clear of Varsity style bomber jackets. Logomania should strictly remain the domain of Hollywood starlets and middle school footballers.<\/p><p>Secondly, your jacket and cap shouldn\u2019t be too well matched. Think about unexpected combos like navy and khaki or burgundy and camel to elevate your look above the crowd. Alternatively, you can try the other forms of headwear as shown.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-1853145367\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_1656044134 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_1656044134 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-1853145367\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_1656044134.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-1853145367\");});};adsQueue.push(load_1656044134);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bomber-jacket-appropriate-shoes\">Bomber Jacket Appropriate Shoes<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bomber.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214437\"><\/figure><p>When it comes to balancing out your bomber, shoes can make (or break) it. Go too gritty and you\u2019ll come across like a Justin Bieber wannabe, go too polished and it\u2019ll feel awkward. Instead, our advice is to aim in the middle ground of the formality stakes.<\/p>                <div class=\"row row-center collapse\">\n                    <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"dmg-ad\"><div id=\"incontent-1257524379\" class=\"ad-container\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">var load_1132162484 = function () {googletag.cmd.push(function () {var slot_1132162484 = googletag.defineSlot(\"\/1017963\/DMarge\/incontent\",[[250,250],[300,100],[300,250],[320,100],[336,280]],\"incontent-1257524379\").addService(googletag.pubads()).setTargeting('refresh', 'true');if (gamData && gamData.sizeMap && gamData.sizeMap.hasOwnProperty('incontent')) {slot_1132162484.defineSizeMapping(gamData.sizeMap['incontent']);}googletag.display(\"incontent-1257524379\");});};adsQueue.push(load_1132162484);<\/script><\/div><\/div>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>If you\u2019re wearing your bomber with jeans, you can\u2019t go past a pair of suede boots. Without the gloss and polish of leather, they say relaxed without saying informal. Plus, come Autumn, I guarantee that you\u2019ll be wearing them with everything.<\/p><p>However, if boots aren\u2019t your thing, dress sneakers are the next best option. Think Common Projects or, if you\u2019re feeling really wild, Valentino Rockrunners. The premium finish on both adds a level of polish and keeps your laid back outfit, just the right amount of sartorial.<\/p><p><strong>You Might\u00a0Also Like<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Best Bomber Jackets For Men<\/li><li>Best Winter Jackets &amp; Coats For Men<\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s an art in the aviation-derived piece.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":101104,"featured_media":519110,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_stopmodifiedupdate":false,"_modified_date":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[397],"tags":[],"coauthors":[146361],"class_list":{"0":"post-214411","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-style"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/214411","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/101104"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=214411"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/214411\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":536831,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/214411\/revisions\/536831"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/519110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=214411"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=214411"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=214411"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dmarge.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=214411"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}