As versatile as a fleece is, the shacket is better.
These Men’s Shackets Are Perfect for Confusing Spring Weather
As versatile as a fleece is, the shacket is better. Yes, “shacket” is a made-up term, but an important one for spring. This mashup between a jacket and a shirt — essentially it’s a heavier button-up shirt you rock as outerwear — is considered a go-to in fall, it makes perfect sense now. Because the countdown to summer is filled with mornings and nights that are cooler than you expect, and often damp enough to put a chill in you. And this year, men’s shackets are very, very good — they have more utility, are better-looking, and play well with other layers.
The shacket keeps you warm during the day and looks right at home at a bar, around a campfire, or even at dinner. Where a fleece or a heavier jacket can feel stuffy inside (and, frankly, make it look like you can’t wait to leave), shackets are more breathable. Think of them as a heavier-duty flannel.
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Dirt Shacket by Topo Designs
A riff on a classic denim jacket, the mostly cotton, unlined Dirt Shacket has just enough spandex woven in to add durability. The slim fit might be too restricting for a hike, but perfect for running errands in town.
Norseland Shirt Jacket by REI
With a lining made from cotton and recycled polyester, the Norse men's shacket is comfortable, warm, and breathable. The shell's nearly even split of polyester and wool gives it a touchable texture with a pair of discreet hand pockets and a dark navy color that would pair well with just about any pair of jeans you have.
High Sierra Shacket by California Cowboy
A shirt with a trick up its sleeves: The High Sierra men's shacket packs a big pop of color, but also has a dry pocket to keep your phone safe, a pen pocket, holsters to keep your beverage and sunglasses nearby — and it comes with a bottle opener. The cotton outer shell has a natural cotton liner that's cut with breathable modal fabric, a stretchy synthetic fiber that looks and feels like classic thermal underwear.
Lifaloft Insulated Flannel Shirt Jacket by Helly Hansen
If you think puffy when you hear insulation, you'll be surprised by the Lifaloft. With 80 grams of PrimaLoft's insulation — just enough to keep you warm without adding bulk — the shirt looks like a classic flannel from a distance. This is as close to a puffy jacket as you'll want to get in the men's shacket world.
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