The Tweed Jacket Is Getting a Cool-Girl Makeover for Fall 2026

The must-have jacket for fall 2026 is actually an old favorite. We’re not talking about the trench coat or the barn jacket, but rather a piece found in our grandmothers’ closets (and one that Blair Waldorf adored): the tweed jacket.

Driven by the popularity of quiet luxury in recent years and granny style taking off, this preppy garment has once again carved out a place in our wardrobes. But instead of styling them in the prim-and-proper skirt sets we’re used to seeing, we’ll be wearing our tweed in a very different way this season. The trick is to break up the jacket-and-skirt combo and pair each with more casual pieces that take the edge off its classic finish.

Jeans are one of the best allies for tweed jackets this fall, but also consider cargos and balloon pants in baggy silhouettes. They’ll provide the necessary contrast to freshen up a piece that, at first glance, might seem too traditional to pull off. The idea here is simple: Keep the elegance of the tweed, but steer clear of anything resembling a uniform.

Here are a few modern ways to style these granny jackets this fall…

Tweed jacket + baggy jeans

Baggy jeans in every wash will add a cool and modern feel to the traditional jacket, while the tweed offers the kind of structure this pants silhouette really needs in an outfit. You don’t have to spend much time worrying about what accessories to wear, either—this look is a statement with or without an It bag.

Tweed jacket + black jeans

Black or gray denim has a natural edge that lasts no matter what you pair with it. It’ll keep a granny coat from feeling too stuffy and is sophisticated enough to play well with a luxe fabric like tweed. We’d style it with dainty accessories like pointed-toe shoes, a little handbag, pearl earrings, or anything that has that “I’m a woman who has her life together” vibe.

Tweed jacket + sexy top

We love the contrast that comes when something as prim and proper as a tweed jacket is styled with a slinky going-out top. Whether that’s a silk cami, a corset, or even a tube top, the pairing conveys a cool-girl vibe perfect for date night or dinner with friends.

Tweed jacket + casual crewneck

Weekend plans? Instead of a hoodie, try throwing a tweed jacket on over your basic T-shirt or crewneck sweater. It takes no more effort, and you’ll be surprised at how much confidence the outfit will provide. Maybe grandma was on to something…

While this trend can adapt to all kinds of personal styles, it’s the classic girls who might find it to be their best ally, especially when putting together office looks. Why? It’s elegant without being overly formal; it’s fun but has a sophisticated air that makes it a safe bet for any fall look no matter the plans.

So if you don’t have one in your closet by now, here are some of our favorites to add to your wardrobe.

A version of this story was previously published in Vogue Spain.