25 Superb Bomber Jackets That'll Give Any Guy Maximum Style

EVERY MAN ought to have one jacket that everyone else in his life recognizes him by. And nine times out of ten, that jacket happens to be a bomber jacket—a hard-working, necessary component of modern wardrobe that we turn to again and again.

As one of the building blocks of stylish menswear, the bomber jacket and its storied style can be traced back to the U.S. military in the early 1900s. Bomber jackets were originally made for fighter pilots—hence the name—in a lightweight yet durable build. By the '50s, that functionality has managed to popularize the bomber jacket into the standard issue for US Navy and Air Force pilots. But its sleek form—particularly the flattering shorter, slim-fit cut—has also attracted enough Hollywood leading men as well as civilian subcultures to adopt the bonafide American classic into now a mainstream, urban sartorial staple over the decades. (Think punk rock, or just any vintage '80s and '90s fashion, for example.)

In that sense, bomber jackets are a classic; but they're also always on-trend and incredibly versatile for today, often donning a recognizable military-inspired design that stays true to its storied lineage, but is also infused with performance elements like thermal insulation and water resistance. Which is why when it comes to the best bomber jackets for men, brands nowadays have pulled out all the stops for you to stock up. Below, the 25 best men's bomber jackets can be worn practically anywhere: on errands, dates, and in-office appearances. Simply throw one on then pair it with jeans and t-shirts, and your style score will be maxed out easily.

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