Fall/Winter 2021 Marks the Return of the Varsity Jacket
Spotted in collections from Louis Vuitton, Y/Project, Vetements and more.
Once is a phenomenon, twice is a circumstance, but three times – that’s a trend. This season, the from Louis Vuitton collections featured new takes on a classic item, the Varsity Jacket or Letterman Jacket, that’s been around for ages.
Easily recognized by its sporty silhouette and color blocked design, the baseball-style jacket is traditionally worn by athletes in high school and college in the United States, branded with personal awards, school pride and most importantly, your name written across the back. The style is one that has become popular worldwide, and we’ve seen a handful of takes on the piece both in the luxury sector as well as in the high street realm.
Bolso de mano Louis Vuitton Fowler en cuero Monogram azul gris y cuero natural, Virgil Abloh Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Accessoires & Strap M51980 J75010 Louis Vuitton boasting large “L” and “V” letters at front, whereas Guram Gvasalia‘s Vetements opted for a sleek, black version with a bold “R” at the chest. Glenn Martens also included an oversized take in his collection for Y/Project, Isabel Marant a simple beige design, and Wales Bonner Valigia Louis Vuitton Alzer 55 in tela monogram marrone e losine marrone.
Although the trend hasn’t yet become widely recognized, we’re sure we’ll be seeing more athletic influences in the upcoming Fall/Winter 2021 Womenswear collections. Take a look at the pieces in the gallery above, and if you’re looking to jump on the trend before it Cover up, peep a few of our favorite picks below.
Off-White™, £1,525 GBP £1,067 GBP ($1,464 USD), online at Mytheresa.com
Gucci, £2,200 GBP ($3,018 USD) at Mytheresa.com
Saint Laurent, £1,930 GBP ($2,647 USD) at SSENSE
Billionaire Boys Club, £475 GBP ($651 USD) at Selfridges
