Far removed from their aviation roots, bomber jackets have become a fashion staple over the years thanks to their practicality, comfort and ability to give instant nonchalance to whoever wears them.
Popularised by the many leading Hollywood characters who have sported them; James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause, Ewen McGregor in Trainspotting or Ryan Gosling in Drive, as well as through covering the shoulders of hip hop stars and athletes alike, the appeal of the jacket lies in how it can be changed to suit the needs of the wearer.
For the style set, the bomber has this season been crafted from luxe fabrics like satin and lace, as well as embroidered or embellished by the likes of Marni and Jonathan Saunders for a seriously decadent take on this perma-trend.
Click through for our top picks of bomber jackets this season.
Topshop bird embroidered bomber jacket, $120.
Boohoo Boutique Heidi heavy knit wet look crop bomber, $90.
Gorman on the fly jacket, $435.
Jonathan Saunders Cecily embroidered satin bomber, $3070, from Net-a-Porter.
Isabel Marant Etoile Laitlyn reversible quilted bomber jacket, $695, from Matches Fashion.
Topshop ultimate MA1 bomber jacket, $55.
Country Road moulded herringbone jacket, $259.
Juliette Hogan Vinny bomber jacket, $499.
Phillip Lim souvenir jacket with dandelions, $1150, from Fabric.
Country Road chunky bomber knit jacket, $169.
Sass & Bide colour my life printed bomber jacket, $450.
