After years of oversized blazers, long coats and generous silhouettes, fashion is changing the rules – and the lengths. For Autumn 2026, in fact, jackets are back in the spotlight and getting shorter: they fall just above the waist or reach the navel, but are structured at the shoulders.

In short: it’s the season for shrunken jackets – glamorous and versatile styles that play with the balance between the top and bottom halves of an outfit.

But do they suit everyone? The answer is yes, and they’re incredibly easy to wear. This new cropped style can be tailored, casual, sporty or feminine. They go with everything and can be worn from morning to night on a wide range of occasions.

Short jackets: the autumn 2026 trend

You only need to glance at social media feeds or this month’s street style to see that the cropped jacket is now the go-to choice for celebrities and influencers. And we love it too, because it lets us create an endless variety of looks and styles, all based on what we already have in our wardrobes.

What’s more, it’s a very clever piece that changes – and flatters – your silhouette, letting the lower half of your body take centre stage and allowing you to play with proportions and interesting contrasts between jackets and wide-leg trousers, midi skirts or dresses. But which jackets are the hottest right now, and which ones simply can’t be missed this autumn? Let’s find out together.

The cropped blazer

This is probably the most elegant, glamorous and widely embraced take on this autumn trend. The cropped blazer retains its classic structure but is a few centimetres shorter. It can feature defined shoulders and a more fitted cut, or a slightly boxy silhouette. It can be worn both during the day and in the evening, with skirts, trousers and dresses of various lengths.

The cropped denim jacket

Among the styles we like best for this autumn are cropped denim jackets.The casual vibe of these styles makes them perfect for all-day wear: we can pair them with tailored trousers, mini or midi skirts, and even long dresses, creating a contrast between a relaxed piece and a more feminine one. And you don’t necessarily need to choose an extremely short jacket: even a length that falls just above the hips is enough to achieve the cropped effect.

The new suede jacket

Suede is one of the star materials of the autumn wardrobe, once again this year, and the cropped style offers one of its most interesting interpretations. Among our favourite styles are soft, silhouette-hugging jackets, bomber jackets and funnel-neck jackets – the style we first started seeing last spring. How do you wear it? With high-waisted trousers or skirts that show off the jacket’s length and silhouette.

How to wear cropped jackets this autumn

The simplest rule for wearing cropped jackets and putting together everyday looks is to play with contrast. If the jacket is cropped and structured, wide-leg, palazzo or flowing trousers work well underneath. If, on the other hand, the top is more relaxed, you can opt for a midi skirt or skinny trousers. Another particularly effective combination is with a dress: a cropped jacket gives the look a casual, carefree feel, suitable for any occasion and perfect for leisure time. And then there are jeans: cropped jackets look perfect over high-waisted styles. It’s one of the simplest yet always super-glamorous outfits for tackling autumn in style every day.

Looking for inspiration for your autumn looks? Take a look at our selection of cropped jackets at the end of this article.