Most of the popular styles of jackets around today can have their designs traced back to World War II, and even World War I. The jackets designed for those Wars had to be extremely functional and long lasting, and, with those being qualities that every man wants in a jacket, it’s really no surprise that they have continued to be widely worn for the past 50+ years. Bomber jackets are a prime example. Made to keep hot air in and to prevent cold air from seeping out, in terms of insulation, there are few, if any, better alternatives. Of course, a few extra stylish touches have been added, so today’s bomber jackets can be worn to impress too.

A pea coat is another popular style of jacket from that era which is still popular today. Pea coats are thick, heavy and made of wool. They typically have several large metal or wooden buttons on them. This style of jacket is usually thigh length, though shorter and full length versions can also be found in stores. In terms of colors, they tend to be quite muted, with black, navy blue, brown and olive green being the most popular, as they were during the Wars.

Wool trench coats are not that unlike pea coats in many ways. They also keep the focus on simplicity, but the difference is that they are more formal looking. They are normally full length, which means that however much it rains, nothing except your footwear will be getting wet. Muted color wool trench coats look best on men, and you’ll rarely seem them in colors other than black, gray, blue and brown. However, that doesn’t mean that you have to look ‘boring’, as you can wear a colored or patterned scarf to add some contrast to your look.

For dates and nights out friends, a nice looking blazer jacket is a good item to have in your wardrobe. It’s the perfect item for adding a bit of formality and style to the jeans and t-shirt look that most guys are fond of. Unlike the other jackets mentioned above, you’re not really restricted to muted colors when it comes to blazer jackets. In terms of materials too, there is a much greater choice available.

The jackets mentioned above are all classic styles which will be in style for a long while yet. So, rather than fret about what to buy the next time you need a new jacket, opt for one of the above styles and you can rest assured that you will look the part, whether it be for work or play.