Opulence and craftsmanship are two themes that are overwhelmingly defining fall fashion, and the key piece to shop is none other than an evening jacket. Rather than a singular detail, these jackets are arriving in an array of beautiful finishes including brocade, jacquard, and velvet and finished with details like embroidery, covered buttons and frog closures.

We saw this all over the fall/winter 2026 collections from Chanel, Dior, and The Row to Kallmeyer and Conner Ives, but despite their couture-like quality, we’re already seeing the real-world way to wear these special pieces play out. The key is to pair your most intricate, artful jacket with a simple basic like jeans, adding a sense of wearability and versatility to the investment piece.