Bomber jacket: what it is, features, how to wear

Bomber - the original jacket with a cut designed to protect against the wind. This outerwear is short, not below the hips with large slash pockets. The collar and the bottom edge is made in the form of a wide or narrow elastic band. On the sleeves are cuffs.

Why do bomber jackets have such an unusual name? Originally, this model of outerwear designed for military pilots of bomber aircraft. We needed windproof jackets, because they were sewn from leather did the cuffs on the bottom and sleeves to protect them from wind. Such outerwear became popular among U.S. civilians. Because of its origin it became known as a bomber. Many variants of these jackets for men and women appeared.

Features of bomber jackets

There are several types of bomber jackets:

• The classic bomber is sewn from leather, insulated with fur, with pockets. Some models have a fur collar.
• Quilted bomber shorter than classic models. At the bottom of the jacket is a wide elastic band. As a heater sometimes use a natural down.
• Sports bomber jackets come in different cuts. The peculiarity is that the zipper on the buttons or buttons. At the bottom of the jacket, collar and cuffs with a small elastic band. Sports bomber jackets can be insulated or just with a fleece inside or fleece lining.

Particularly popular among young people are bomber jackets made of thick knitted fabric with appliques in the form of team logos. Such jackets were worn by American college students, and this fashion among young people has not passed until now.

Also bomber jackets are sewn from satin in a sports-chic style. Denim models of jackets are also popular. Bomber comes in velvet, with beads, brooches, embroidery or prints and even lace.

Bomber sew both well-known brands and companies designed for the mass market. These short jackets may be both demi-season and winter. Everyone can find a model for themselves bomber, suitable in style.

How to wear a bomber

Great freedom in what to wear a bomber:

• With jeans or pants, the short cuffed jacket looks very stylish. It can be worn with sports pants or with tight leggings. Shoe suitable for any - sneakers, sneakers, sports shoes. There are very unexpected combinations: a bomber, sport pants made of thick knitwear and shoes with high elegant heels.
• Business style and a bomber are also compatible. Corduroy or satin jacket is worn with pants. Bomber and a classic straight skirt to the knee or slightly below are also compatible. Shoes - flat shoes or shoes with a heel.
• Shorts and a bomber are a great combination for cool summer days or evenings. The jacket is combined with denim, knit or cotton shorts and a t-shirt. Shoes - boots or sports shoes, sneakers.
• With a bomber it is possible to create a very feminine image. The jacket is combined with a knitted or cotton dress. Monochrome bomber suits motley dress, and vice versa - a jacket with prints will decorate a monochrome skirt and blouse.

Bomber - a universal outerwear for both women and men. Guys wear such a jacket with jeans, shorts, t-shirts and shirts. The main thing is to choose a suitable combination of fabrics and colors.