Ah, yes, those blistering hot summer days are arriving soon—and I bet you're ready to whip out all of those sleeveless dresses and halter tops in the back of your closet just as much as I am. But the consistently warm weather during June, July, and August also means air conditioners will be blasting at full speed indoors. And because of this, grabbing a good lightweight jacket is a must to keeping the goosebumps at bay. Also, it'll come in handy for those chilly summer nights when you're out after the sun goes down.
Switch up your typical hoodie and sweatshirt situation for a trendy blazer or a cool cropped look on the weekends. And don't forget about classic denim, zip-up, and moto jackets that'll keep you at just the right temperature whether you're inside or out. No matter your situation, you're gonna love our picks!
Our top picks for the best lightweight summer jackets of 2023:
To cover you up so you can look cute this season, we've gathered 23 of the best lightweight summer jackets, below. And oh, you should totally check out these summer sweaters, too. You won't have a heat flash in 'em—promise.
Linen is a must-have in the summer—so obviously your warm-weather wardrobe needs a chic linen blazer to wear from the office to happy hour all season long. You'll look totally put-together without overheating.
Ugh, don't you just love easy outfits? Make a statement with this stunning wrap jacket that you can also wear as a top! Don't forget to snag the pants, too.
There's just something about this shade of green that feels perfect for the season. It's an easy way to add a lil color to your ensembles without going overboard.
Sometimes, you just wanna be out in these streets with your duster flapping in the wind behind you—I get it! This longline one has geometric print all over and is a total vibe.
Wear this denim shacket over everything in your closet. It's light enough to work great in the hottest months, but easy enough to layer when temps drop, too.
Found your new fave military jacket! You are very welcome.
Rave Review: "I cannot stop wearing this jacket! It gets thrown over my outfit 4+ days a week- goes with casual, jeans and tee combos, or with simple dresses. Beyond cute! Runs large, but picking my usual size allows for layers and a non-fitted look."
Maggie Griswold (she/her) is a contributing fashion editor for Cosmopolitan and freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles, covering everything from the latest wardrobe must-haves to interior design trends. Along with Cosmopolitan, you can find her work on Oprah Daily, StyleCaster, Women's Health, and House Digest, among others. She's a big (read: ridiculously huge) fan of the '90s sitcom Frasier, all things Shakespeare, and a good romance-filled YA novel. Follow her on Instagram.
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle.com almost 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is a Syracuse Masters graduate and the author of two books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @iamtarahlynn.