The Best Ways to Style Your Varsity Jacket This Holiday Season!

'Tis the season to be jolly and wear your varsity jacket! After all, it’s versatile enough to go with all your holiday outfits. Besides, it is just the right blend of comfort and style. Whether it’s a small family gathering, a festive party, or simply enjoying a winter stroll, your jacket will go with them all. The best part – you can both dress up and dress down with your varsity jacket. Can’t decide how to style your varsity jackets for the holiday festivities. Well, gear up; because you are about to find that out! Read along to learn the best ways to wear it for different gatherings.

How to Style Your Varsity Jacket for the Holiday?

Undoubtedly, holidays are the best time to wear your varsity jackets. And there are countless ways to style them. They go perfectly well with all your cozy winter clothing, be it hoodies, turtlenecks, sweatshirts, etc. Whether it’s Christmas festivities, New Year’s Eve, or a casual night out with friends, you can flaunt your varsity jacket on all occasions.

“Varsity jackets are a warm, comfy, and a trendy choice for winter festivities.” –  Vogue

At Varsity Made, we make varsity jackets cozy to keep you warm in winters. They are also comfortable to wear. Besides, the fit of letterman jackets is usually snugly; this also makes them just the perfect pick for your cozy festivities. Have all your fits ready for the holiday season? Here’s how you can make your varsity jacket the MVP of your holiday outfits.

1. Classic Holiday Looks

When it comes to the holiday season, there is something magical about leaning back to the classics. Whether you want to keep it traditional or add a modern twist to your holiday outfit, your jacket can fit all your style preferences. Besides, you should know that varsity jacket itself is a classic outerwear. So, it perfectly goes with the idea of keeping your outfit classic this holiday. Here are some looks you can try out:

• The Timeless Red & Green

Nothing screams HOLIDAYS like a classic red and green outfit. And varsity jacket can perfectly fit this color combination. You can pair a red varsity jacket with a green sweater underneath or vice versa. You can choose a sweatshirt or a hoodie for innerwear. However, if classic is the theme in your mind, a sweater is a better option. And because too much is happening already, the bottoms have to add a touch of subtlety. So, add a black pair of jeans or neutral trousers.

Bonus Tip!
Evergreen is the color of Holidays. So, GET AN EVERGREEN VARSITY JACKET if you are planning to wear the classic combo. 

• A Chunky Knit Sweater

The only way to combat winters through your outfit is layering. This is why a chunky knit sweater underneath your varsity jacket is another classic pick for the season. It not only adds warmth but also creates a stylish contrast. For a traditional theme, choose festive colors like deep reds, greens, or even metallics. If you are not going for the classic red and green pairing here, I suggest you have one element in bold (festive) colors and the other one neutral. For example, if your jacket is red, you can go for a white knit sweater. For bottoms, you can pick anything from a high-waisted.

• Layer it With a Classic Dress

Ladies, this one is for you! Holidays are the perfect occasion to let all your edgy style inspos out, including this one. Undoubtedly, this is an unexpected twist to your classic formal dresses. For this combo, choose a fitted or A-line dress. Make sure it’s a plain (one color) dress and doesn’t have anything blingy on it. Why so? Because such a dress will allow you to play with the varsity jacket layer – as you like. For instance, wear a black dress and take out the brightest letterman jacket you have. To complete the look, accessorize with statement earrings and a clutch.

2. Dress Up Tips for Holiday Parties

Holiday season means a lot of festive gatherings. Mornings will be packed with brunches and lunches, and evenings with parties. While dressing up for these is exciting, it can be really daunting at the same time. After all, WHAT TO WEAR??? Consider yourself lucky if you have a varsity jacket; because you can make so many formal looks with that one outerwear. Here are some you can try:

• Layer with a Shirt & a Sweater

Swap out your cozy sweatshirts if you want to keep it formal. Many people think formal wear looks MEH with varsity jackets, but this is not true. You just have to find the right innerwear. First of all, never go for a silk or satin blouse. Trust me, this pairing will be a disaster. Instead, go for a cotton shirt – preferably in black or white or any other basic color. Over this, wear a sleeveless knitted sweater. Again, this should be of a neutral, complimenting color. With this innerwear, you can pair varsity jackets in just any color. My top suggestions are green, crimson red, and camel brown.

• Layer with a Turtleneck

Another amazing way to style your letterman formally is layering it with a turtleneck. For this, pick a fitted turtleneck in a rich color. Choose materials like merino wool for extra warmth (you have to keep the season in mind). This combo is the perfect balance of sophistication and chic. For bottoms, pick tailored pants. Women have the option to complete this look with a tailored skirt and some minimal accessories. 

• Pair with Tailored Bottoms

The best element to pair with your varsity jacket for formal occasions is tailored pants. Nothing can say formal better than them. While jeans are a classic choice, they aren’t cut out for formal wear. So, instead, you should go for tailored trousers, pleated skirts, or a pair of high-waisted pants. Make sure your bottoms complement the color of your jacket and innerwear. Also, your pants or trousers should be of really good quality or else you won’t be able to achieve the polished look you are aiming for. 

What to Foot-Wear?
Not just your outfit, your shoes should be formal too. You can go for formal shoes, ankle boots, pumps, or even embellished flats.

3. Dress Down Tips for Cozy Gatherings

With your varsity jacket, you can dress down in style. After all, it’s the perfect combo of cozy and chic. Moreover, you can wear it for intimate gatherings with friends and family. Whether it’s a family brunch, a day out with siblings, or a friends’ get-together (can even place group orders to match with your gang), this jacket is your life-saver – of course, because of so many looks you can create with it. Here are some dress down tips for styling your letterman:

• A Comfy Hoodie or Sweatshirt

For a dress down look, a comfortable hoodie or a sweatshirt are the best choices for layering. Moreover, whatever you choose, make sure it complements the color of your jacket. Apart from these two, you can also go for a knitted sweater. Look for soft, chunky yarns in festive colors or neutral tones according to the color of your jacket. Whether snuggling up by the fireplace or a lunch with buddies, this look is your go-to.

• Your Favorite Pair of Jeans

For a laid-back, casual vibe, the best pick is your favorite pair of jeans. Yes, that’s right; no efforts required. In other words, you can just wear the most comfortable pair of jeans you have. Here is a tip: go for dark-wash jeans if you want to add a touch of sophistication. On the other hand, if you want to really keep casual and no-nonsense, wear a lighter wash.

• Slip into Sneakers

For a totally dress-down, casual look, opt for a pair of comfortable sneakers. No need to go all-out with your shoe selection. Moreover, a white pair of sneakers is a classic choice. However, if you want to vibe with the festivities, you can consider a pop of color. If you want to add an edgy touch to your outfit, you can go for a red or evergreen sneaker.

Conclusion

Christmas and New Year is the perfect time to wear your varsity jacket. After all, it’s winters and holidays. The best thing is that you can style your varsity jacket however you like, be it for formal gatherings, casual outings, or just some cozy time with loved ones. So, take your college staple out of wardrobe, dust it off, and get it ready for the cozy festivities. Didn’t have any varsity jacket? No worries, head to Varsity Made right here, right now, and get your own customized jacket.