Bomb away with bomber jackets

Winter mornings are cold and wet with a brisk wind sweeping a chill across the land, seeping into our homes, stripping the dear warmth of our skin. As comfortable and tempting as it may be, to wrap our precious quilt around the body and step outside to rule the street, fashion wise it would be quite appalling.

Jackets on the other hand, bomber jackets in particular, can be your ultimate saviour - be it semi-casual or office wear. Slightly different from regular jackets, bomber jacket is on trend this season and caters to both our style and comfort. Your entire outfit is taken up a notch with this luxury feature of the high street fashion scene.  

WHAT IS A BOMBER JACKET? 

Bombers are a little less streamlined than conventional jackets that focus mainly on a streamlined silhouette. They are slightly heavier than regular jackets due to the leather lining used both on the inside and out creating a heavier finish. The cropped design of bomber jackets is one of its unique features, fairly enhanced well when zipped up, ensuring a fitted look with the padded edge wound closely around the chest. 

HOW SHOULD A BOMBER JACKET FIT YOU?

The fit of a bomber jacket is of vital concern. The fit should be spacious enough to be worn over a layer of outfits to keep you warm but at the same time, you must not resemble a rucksack. Always consider your shoulders while wearing a bomber; it must carefully frame your shoulders giving a soft look. 

Make sure there are no creases around the shoulder blades when you keep your arms by your side, since that makes it evident that your bombers are too tight for your structure. At the same time, any excess material more than an inch underneath your arm would be considered too massive. 

Bombers are made to fit in a comfortably slim way. This means you are looking for something that should fit you in form when zipped up.

THE LENGTH IS ANOTHER FACTOR TO CONSIDER – 

The edge of bomber jackets should finish on the top of your trousers or above. The reason behind this distinctive style is to highlight and elongate both your torso and legs. The sleeves are generally thick due to the inner lining, however, there are a wide variety of bombers including slim fit nylon design where the sleeves are fitted and the length ends just above the wrist bone. 

TYPES OF BOMBER JACKETS -

Although inspired mainly from simple military wear, it has undergone various transformations and now exudes the versatility of the creation. A classic old, black bomber jacket is always a smart option. Suede bombers are trending due to their vintage style and ribbed trim collar and cuffs. This looks best when worn with a white shirt or black sweat shirt but inner wears and pants must be kept neat and minimal as the jacket alone highlights your outlook.

Leather bombers are of course the best you can get. They promote a hardy look, but if you want to travel a little around the colour spectrum, delve further into the colour trends of this season - sage green, olive drab, and grey bombers are versatile colours for a casual outfit available in suede, leather and nylon material. 

WHERE TO FIND THEM? 

Sciccoso, a local brand that is also widely acclaimed internationally has a tasteful collection of bombers. The store contains a large variety, ranging from mesh bombers with patchwork, to lightweight bombers with floral and stripes that are pleasant to the eyes. The collars are mostly low-standing with rib knit trim collar, hem and cuffs. If you prefer your bomber to be vibrant and colourful, Sciccoso is your store to go to with their standard quality and affordable price range of bombers varying from Tk3200-5200.

Spark Gear, another renowned apparel store, has a variety of durable leather bombers. The jackets are of good fit with best zipper and lining with price ranging from Tk 1750-3000. 

Reliable online stores such as Opal, Shadmart and Daraaz introduce winter collection of jackets each year. These also include bombers in a variety of texture and styling.

Of course, if you are seeking for a much wider variety on a smaller budget, Doja Market and College gate is the ideal place to go. You will even find slight fusion applied to the traditional bomber by including faux-leather and nylon. Many international brands are available however there is no guaranty of the authenticity of the material and slight investment is usually promoted when purchasing a bomber. 

Either way, price at these locations should not go beyond Tk3500 with a little hunting and haggling.

Bombers are chic and desired by many but it is imperative to not only just wear it when you want, but also pay heed to what you are wearing it with. As bombers exude confidence and elegance, it is best to maintain simplicity in additional apparels to be the person who rocks the bomber jacket look.

By Mayesha Raidah 

Photo: Sazzad Ibne Sayed

Model: Shanto, Tithi & Ema

Wardrobe: Raw Nation, Sciccoso

Make-up: Farzana Shakil's Makeover Salon