2020 New Fashion Styles Varsity Jacket
This is the varsity shape brought up to date. The traditional letterman is generous through the body with deep striped ribbing and a lot of contrast; this one narrows the fit, simplifies the trims and drops most of the colour, so it reads as a modern jacket rather than as college kit. Leather throughout, with the snap front placket that defines the shape.
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Material: Real leather
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Fit: Updated varsity fit, closer than traditional
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Closure: Snap front placket
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Color: Black
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Care: Dry cloth, condition twice a year, keep away from direct heat
What has been updated
Three things. The body is cut closer through the chest and waist, so the jacket follows the shoulders rather than hanging off them. The ribbing is shallower and plain rather than deep and striped — striped rib is the single detail that reads most strongly as school kit. And the colour is kept to one, rather than the two-tone body and sleeves a traditional varsity uses.
What stays is the snap placket, the ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, and the angled hip pockets. Those are what make it a varsity rather than a bomber.
If you want the traditional proportions and contrast sleeves, those are in our Men Varsity Jackets range.
The snap placket
Snaps rather than a zip give a flat, uninterrupted front — there is no zip tape running up the centre of the jacket. It also means you can wear it fully open with the placket hanging straight, which is how most people wear a varsity.
The trade-off is wind: snaps leave small gaps between fasteners where a zip seals completely, so this suits milder weather better than a zip bomber does. Each snap is set through a reinforced tab so it does not tear out of the hide.
Build
Real leather with double-stitched seams and reinforcement at the shoulders. Dense knit rib at the collar, cuffs and hem that recovers rather than stretching out. Angled hip pockets, an interior pocket, and a smooth lining so the jacket goes on over a knit without dragging.
Fit and styling
Closer than a traditional varsity. Take your normal size over a t-shirt or fine knit, and size up if you want a hoodie underneath — the updated cut does not include the room a classic varsity has.
Because it is plain and closer-fitting, it works with more than jeans and trainers: chinos and boots, or dark trousers and a knit. See our Men Bomber Leather Jackets or Men Leather Jackets for other shapes.
Sizes and made to order
Each jacket is cut after you order. Standard sizes are XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL, plus Custom — send chest, waist, sleeve and back length after checkout at no extra charge. Free worldwide shipping and secure checkout are included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from a traditional varsity?
Closer through the body, shallower plain ribbing instead of deep striped rib, and one colour rather than contrast sleeves.
Is it real leather?
Yes, real leather throughout.
Can I wear a hoodie underneath?
Size up if you want to. The updated cut does not include the room a classic varsity has.
Why snaps instead of a zip?
The snap placket is what defines a varsity. It gives a flat front and lets the jacket be worn open cleanly.
Is it as windproof as a zip jacket?
Slightly less — snaps leave small gaps. It suits milder weather better than a zip bomber.
What size should I order?
Your normal size over a tee or fine knit, sizing up to layer. Custom sizing is free.
How do I care for it?
Dry cloth, keep away from direct heat, condition twice a year. Never machine wash or dry clean.
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