Smart Jackets

When it comes to choosing a jacket there’s plenty of choice from classic tailoring to inspired catwalk trends. Every wardrobe deserves at least one smart jacket and a couple of everyday seasonal favourites. You’ll find collarless jackets, faux fur, military, and funnel neck jackets plus waterfall styles and pea-coats in a gorgeous palette of colours. Longline jackets are very flattering and look great with shift dresses for full-on glamour a sequined bolero or cover-up is a must. We hope you like our selection of occasion jackets.

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New Season Occasion Jackets

Chesca Sequin Lace Contrast Layered Occasion Jacket, Cream
Chesca Sequin Lace Contrast Layered Occasion Jacket, Cream
John Lewis & Partners

£81.00

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3/4 Sleeve Cropped Rochette Edge to Edge Formal Occasion Jacket in Navy
3/4 Sleeve Cropped Rochette Edge to Edge Formal Occasion Jacket in Navy
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Tailored Jacquard Formal Occasion Jacket in Ivory
Tailored Jacquard Formal Occasion Jacket in Ivory
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Phase Eight Women's Melissa Longline Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Melissa Longline Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £169.00

£125.00

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Womens Button Detail Occasion Jacket
Womens Button Detail Occasion Jacket
Wallis

£75.00

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Womens Button Detail Occasion Jacket
Womens Button Detail Occasion Jacket
Wallis

£75.00

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Phase Eight Women's Taylor Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Taylor Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£80.00

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Phase Eight Women's Tammy Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Tammy Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£80.00

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Phase Eight Women's Khai Pink Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Khai Pink Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

£69.00

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Phase Eight Women's Luisa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Luisa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£100.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£109.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£95.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Inez Frill Cuff Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Inez Frill Cuff Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £110.00

£85.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£100.00

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Chesca Chrysanthemum Silk Devoree Swing Jacket, Multi
Chesca Chrysanthemum Silk Devoree Swing Jacket, Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£235.00

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Chesca Cornelli Lace Jacket
Chesca Cornelli Lace Jacket
John Lewis & Partners

£125.00

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Gina Bacconi Sofya Jacquard Sheath Dress and Bolero Jacket, Pink
Gina Bacconi Sofya Jacquard Sheath Dress and Bolero Jacket, Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zita Lace Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zita Lace Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £149.00

£59.50

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Gina Bacconi Adriana Lace And Satin Dress And Jacket, Ink
Gina Bacconi Adriana Lace And Satin Dress And Jacket, Ink
John Lewis & Partners

£320.00

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Gina Bacconi Karyn Firework Sequin Jacket and Midi Dress
Gina Bacconi Karyn Firework Sequin Jacket and Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Chesca Iris Print Satin Devoree Longline Jacket, Navy/Multi
Chesca Iris Print Satin Devoree Longline Jacket, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£275.00

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Gina Bacconi Kayla Sequin Lace Midi Dress & Jacket, Champagne
Gina Bacconi Kayla Sequin Lace Midi Dress & Jacket, Champagne
John Lewis & Partners

£240.00

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Hobbs Women's Marcella Silk Blend Jacket - Berry Purple
Hobbs Women's Marcella Silk Blend Jacket - Berry Purple
Hobbs Ltd

was: £199.00

£145.00

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Gina Bacconi Kayla Lace Midi Dress and Jacket, Navy
Gina Bacconi Kayla Lace Midi Dress and Jacket, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£240.00

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Chesca Lace Cornelli Embroidered Trim Jacket
Chesca Lace Cornelli Embroidered Trim Jacket
John Lewis & Partners

£125.00

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Phase Eight Women's Isabella Lace Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Isabella Lace Jacket
Phase Eight

£179.00

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Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Ltd

£139.00

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Hobbs Women's Christie Silk Wool Jacket - Royal Blue
Hobbs Women's Christie Silk Wool Jacket - Royal Blue
Hobbs Ltd

£199.00

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Hobbs Women's Marcella Silk Blend Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Women's Marcella Silk Blend Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Ltd

was: £199.00

£149.00

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Short Bolero Jacket in Cotton Mix
Short Bolero Jacket in Cotton Mix
La Redoute

was: £99.00

£49.50

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Hobbs Women's Layla Sculpting Jacket - Pale Blue
Hobbs Women's Layla Sculpting Jacket - Pale Blue
Hobbs Ltd

was: £249.00

£189.00

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Gina Bacconi Gemma Dress Jacquard Waterfall Jacket and Shift Dress
Gina Bacconi Gemma Dress Jacquard Waterfall Jacket and Shift Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£230.00

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Hobbs Women's Emmaline Jacket - Ivory Multi
Hobbs Women's Emmaline Jacket - Ivory Multi
Hobbs Ltd

was: £179.00

£149.00

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Gina Bacconi Tracy Chiffon Jacket and Floral Embroidered Dress, Dove
Gina Bacconi Tracy Chiffon Jacket and Floral Embroidered Dress, Dove
John Lewis & Partners

£380.00

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Gina Bacconi Gemma Dress Jacquard Waterfall Jacket and Shift Dress
Gina Bacconi Gemma Dress Jacquard Waterfall Jacket and Shift Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£230.00

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Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight

£129.00

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Gina Bacconi Gladys Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Pewter
Gina Bacconi Gladys Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Pewter
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £110.00

£79.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zoele Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zoele Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £110.00

£79.00

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Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight

£199.00

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Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight

£199.00

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Cropped Jacket With Diamante Trim - Pink
Cropped Jacket With Diamante Trim - Pink
Coast

was: £169.00

£33.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight

£110.00

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Gina Bacconi Beverley Dress and Jacket Set
Gina Bacconi Beverley Dress and Jacket Set
John Lewis & Partners

£240.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £110.00

£79.00

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Gina Bacconi Dawn Tiered Dress And Jacket, Lavender
Gina Bacconi Dawn Tiered Dress And Jacket, Lavender
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Gina Bacconi Lois Jacket and Embellished Dress, Perri
Gina Bacconi Lois Jacket and Embellished Dress, Perri
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Hobbs Women's Frida Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Women's Frida Jacket - Pale Pink
Hobbs Ltd

was: £149.00

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Isabella Lace Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Isabella Lace Jacket
Phase Eight

£179.00

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Chesca Bluebird Silk Devoree Swing Jacket, Bluebird/Multi
Chesca Bluebird Silk Devoree Swing Jacket, Bluebird/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£235.00

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Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight

£129.00

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Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight

£199.00

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Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Venita Bow Long Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £199.00

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mabel Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mabel Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £99.00

£49.50

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Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Fiesta Pink
Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Fiesta Pink
Hobbs Ltd

was: £129.00

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mabel Puff Sleeve Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mabel Puff Sleeve Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £99.00

£65.00

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Gina Bacconi Joss Metallic Embroidered Lace Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Taupe
Gina Bacconi Joss Metallic Embroidered Lace Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Taupe
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mabel Puff Sleeve Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mabel Puff Sleeve Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £99.00

£65.00

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Phase Eight Women's Devon Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Devon Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £99.00

£69.00

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Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Zoelle Bow Detail Jacket
Phase Eight

£110.00

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Phase Eight Women's Devon Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Devon Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £99.00

£69.00

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Gina Bacconi Gladys Shift Dress with Jacket, Blush
Gina Bacconi Gladys Shift Dress with Jacket, Blush
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

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Hobbs Women's Amelie Sculpting Jacket - Oyster
Hobbs Women's Amelie Sculpting Jacket - Oyster
Hobbs Ltd

was: £249.00

£189.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£99.00

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Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£290.00

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Gina Bacconi Barbara Cascade Jacket Midi Dress, Royal
Gina Bacconi Barbara Cascade Jacket Midi Dress, Royal
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Embellished Jacket Midi Dress
Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Embellished Jacket Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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Hobbs Women's Sienna Houndstooth Jacket - Ivory Black
Hobbs Women's Sienna Houndstooth Jacket - Ivory Black
Hobbs Ltd

was: £169.00

£119.00

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Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Isabella Bow Jacket
Phase Eight

£129.00

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Gina Bacconi Toni Layered Scoop Neck Dress and Jacket
Gina Bacconi Toni Layered Scoop Neck Dress and Jacket
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£95.00

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Phase Eight Women's Karlee Textured Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Karlee Textured Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Tammy Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Tammy Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £130.00

£80.00

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Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Embellished Jacket Midi Dress
Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Embellished Jacket Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Pale Blue
Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Pale Blue
Hobbs Ltd

was: £129.00

£99.00

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Gina Bacconi Meridith Embroidered Lace Detail Maxi Dress and Jacket, Navy
Gina Bacconi Meridith Embroidered Lace Detail Maxi Dress and Jacket, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Hobbs Women's Joelle Jacket - Midnight Navy
Hobbs Women's Joelle Jacket - Midnight Navy
Hobbs Ltd

was: £149.00

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Georgia Lace Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Georgia Lace Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£89.00

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Gina Bacconi Leigh Embellished Tiered Dress & Jacket, Wedgewood
Gina Bacconi Leigh Embellished Tiered Dress & Jacket, Wedgewood
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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Gina Bacconi Julie Stretch Jacuqard Shift Dress and Jacket, Aqua/Nude
Gina Bacconi Julie Stretch Jacuqard Shift Dress and Jacket, Aqua/Nude
John Lewis & Partners

£380.00

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Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£290.00

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Phase Eight Women's Alisha Lace Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Alisha Lace Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£105.00

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Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight Women's Mariposa Lace Occasion Jacket
Phase Eight

was: £150.00

£100.00

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Charlee Navy Recycled Cotton Blend Tweed Jacket, Navy
Charlee Navy Recycled Cotton Blend Tweed Jacket, Navy
L.K. Bennett

£359.00

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Nina Black Peplum Jacket, Black
Nina Black Peplum Jacket, Black
L.K. Bennett

£299.00

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Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Shoulder Bead Tier Jacket Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£290.00

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Charlee Black Recycled Cotton Blend Tweed Jacket, Black
Charlee Black Recycled Cotton Blend Tweed Jacket, Black
L.K. Bennett

£359.00

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3/4 Sleeve Cropped Rochette Edge to Edge Formal Occasion Jacket in Navy
3/4 Sleeve Cropped Rochette Edge to Edge Formal Occasion Jacket in Navy
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Light Pink
Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Light Pink
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Tailored Jacquard Formal Occasion Jacket in Ivory
Tailored Jacquard Formal Occasion Jacket in Ivory
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Black
Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Black
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Navy
Roman Tailored Jacquard Jacket in Navy
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Roman Textured Notch Neck Jacket in Ivory
Roman Textured Notch Neck Jacket in Ivory
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Bright Pink
Hobbs Women's Elize Jacket - Bright Pink
Hobbs Ltd

£139.00

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Hobbs Women's Christie Silk Blend Jacket - Jewel Green
Hobbs Women's Christie Silk Blend Jacket - Jewel Green
Hobbs Ltd

was: £199.00

£159.00

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Eastex, Shubette and Fenn Wright Manson include a range of smart jackets as well as occasion coats and matching dresses. For a sophisticated flourish, there are tweed and cashmere wool jackets to wear with knee-length skirts and trousers. Sophisticated styles can also be found from Hobbs, Damsel in a Dress and L.K. Bennett. Modern and cool looking suits with vintage appeal will take you through from day to night in a breeze.



One Button Occasion Jackets

A sequined bolero is the ultimate party-wear investment piece and will serve you well on may a special occasion. Gina Bacconi and Jacques Vert renowned for top-to-toe wedding outfits feature exciting themed collections throughout the year. Ever-changing and focussed on Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom and wedding guest outfits keep the range fresh and elegant. One button fastening, open collar and blazer styles coordinate with dresses, skirts and tops. It’s the one-stop-shop for all your wedding wear.


Mother of the Bride Wedding and Occasion Coats

Plus Size Jackets and Coats

Plus size clothing at Chesca and Navabi feature flattering layering with coordinating cocktail dresses. For a trendy alternative wedding look, there are dressy trouser suits too. Chiffon and crepe trousers matching shrugs, camisoles, longline jackets and occasion coats. Two and three-piece outfits come in a range of larger sizes and styles for greater choice. Elasticated waist skirts soft pastels and easy to wear styles are perfect for a Grandmother of the Bride outfit too.

Matching Jackets and Dresses

Modern style jackets with matching shift dresses can also be found at Phase Eight. It’s here you will discover a complete occasion section with outfits for all the wedding party including bridesmaid dresses. Wedding shoes, bags and hats for too for all special day time events and Race Day outfits.

Author Debra Binns
Curated by Debra Binns

Debra Binns is the co-founder of MotherOfTheBrideOutfits.org.uk. Debra has been creating and sharing relevant content about women's occasionwear since 2009, bringing together fabulous fashion from the high street and online stores for that special occasion.

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