If you’re not quite ready to layer up with your heavy wool overcoat but you need a little something cosy to keep the autumn chill away, a quilted jacket could be just the thing. Let’s face it, we don’t live in the Arctic – for trips between our centrally-heated homes and the car, a quilted mid-layer style jacket is all you need, and the good news is that the shops are awash with plenty to choose from.

A great style option in place of a plain denim jacket or a khaki shacket, a statement print quilted jacket can complete an outfit and elevate a simple knit and jeans instantly. Another great option is a quilted gilet, which is firmly in the same family but sleeveless, so with less bulk – the perfect body warmer for a stylish #wfh uniform or when the west winds do blow as a mid-layer under that wool coat.

Our Top 12 Quilted Jackets



Alessia Jacket

Olivia Rubin, £250
Alessia Multi Check Quilted Jacket

A psychedelic joy to keep any winter blues at bay.


Elin Gracie Quilted Jacket

Laura Ashley x Joanie, £95
Laura Ashley X Joanie - Elin Gracie Floral Print Quilted Jacket - Green

Laura Ashley vintage fabric, a ruffle collar and inclusive size range – what’s not to love?


Sylvie Jacket

Lucy & Yak, £79
Sylvie Jacket- DEADSTOCK FABRIC - Lori

This patchwork number from Lucy & Yak feels like a vintage gem, made in fact from responsibly sourced deadstock fabrics.


Chloe Jacket

Free People, £188
Chloe Jacket

A super-cool oversized style with contrast piping. An instant ‘outfit maker’.


Quilted Print Jacket

Wrap London, £185
Quilted Print Jacket

A versatile neutral print on 100% cotton that would make a great alternative to a classic blazer.


Priya Waistcoat

Dilli Grey, £89
Priya Quilted Waistcoat In Sage

Ethical hand-block printed on organic cotton, perfect paired with a crisp white shirt and jeans for a boho vintage feel.


Quilted Reversible Jacket

Mango, £90
Mango Quilted Reversible Jacket

A clever ‘two-prints-in-one’ design, the slightly cropped style would look great with high-waisted jeans.


Mia Floral Quilted Jacket

Maison Hotel, £150
Maison Hotel Mia Floral Long-Sleeve Quilted Jacket

A beautifully rich autumnal print, this one is great with cream knits and denims.


Neliana Patchwork Jacket

Louise Misha, £288
Louise Misha Neliana Multicolour Flower Patch Jacket

A true heirloom design that has cleverly removable sleeves for a gilet-jacket in one style.


Maxi Gilet Liner

Damson Madder, £85
MAXXY GILET LINER - QUILT PATCHWORK

Another great piece to wear now over a shirt or skinny knit and then layer under your winter coat later in the season.


Reversible Printed Cord Jacket

Albaray, £120
Reversible Quilted Cord Jacket

Cosy cord that offers the option of wearing it plain or printed, depending on your mood.


Piper Impressionist Reversible Quilted Jacket

Kitri, £195
Piper Blue Impressionist Floral Print Reversible Quilted Jacket

If you’re looking for a statement piece, this painterly print from Kitri with contrast striped lining is just the thing.

By Lydia Mansi
November 2023