Quilted Jackets: Your Go‑To Transitional Layer
Quilted jackets are back in this season, ready to be your favourite throw-on layer. They're a seasonal trend year after year, though the 'in' style changes each time. This year floral is our flavour of choice, and there's plenty of new styles to check out over on our women's quilted jacket section below.
Types of Quilted Jacket
Quilted jackets come in a range of distinct styles, though it's the quilting pattern that makes the biggest difference in how each one looks. You'll mainly see diamond or onion quilting, which each bring their own shapes and textures to the jacket. Then there's the print itself, which could be a tonal colour or something bolder, such as floral or animal print.
Diamond Quilted Jackets
Diamond quilting is the most recognisable form of quilted jacket. If you're after that heritage, country-inspired look, then this is the type of quilting to go for, and typically you'd opt for a smaller diamond shaped pattern. Our women's Ivey jacket (shown here in our orange colourway) opts for a larger diamond design, offering a more modern twist on the traditional style.
Onion Quilted Jackets
Onion quilting features soft, circular shapes that give the jacket a bubbled, relaxed appearance. It's a more contemporary, fashion-forward take on the usual diamond style quilted jacket. If you're into this style, you may like our women's Carlotte jacket (pictured in Ivy Moss Green).
Floral Quilted Jackets
Floral quilted jackets are more print-led, with the quilting pattern varying from piece to piece. They're a huge trend during the spring and make a great choice if you want some statement outerwear. You'll love our women's Mira jacket, which combines onion quilting with an abstract floral print (also available in leopard print), creating a versatile, eye-catching outer layer for everyday wear.
What Are Quilted Jackets For?
So what's the main point of a quilted jacket? Well, they're made to be a transitional layer to wear autumn through spring, but their padding makes them versatile enough to sit comfortably over a fleece during the winter if need be. On the other hand, since padded styles tend to easily compress, they're also handy to bring along for travel.
Speaking of padding, our quilted jackets are filled with one of our many in-house insulation technologies, including Warmloft or our premium synthetic Feather Free down fill. Both provide warmth without the bulk and will still insulate even when wet, helping you stay comfortable through unpredictable weather.
How to Style a Quilted Jacket
One of the best things about quilted jackets is how easy they are to throw on. They work with pretty much anything in your wardrobe, which is why they come back into style every single year.
For those easy, day‑to‑day outfits, layer your jacket over a t‑shirt or lightweight knit, add your go‑to jeans or leggings and some comfy trainers, and you’re good to go.
If you’re heading out for a walk or just want something a bit more practical, quilted jackets layer really nicely over a fleece or half‑zip. Onion‑quilted styles look great in this kind of outfit thanks to their softer, more relaxed shape. Pop it on with some joggers and trainers or walking trousers and a pair of our women's walking boots.
For days when you want to feel a bit more put‑together, floral quilted jackets do the job nicely; they're a great way to add instant interest to a simple outfit. Try one over a midi dress or a skirt‑and‑jumper combo for an easy, stylish look without feeling overdressed.
