Jacket Styling and Outfits
Are Bomber Jackets Still in Fashion?
Yes. Bombers were on Spring/Summer and autumn/winter 2026 runways in leather, suede and balloon shapes. The dated sources, and what data is still missing.
Yes. Bomber jackets were on major runways for both Spring/Summer 2026 and autumn/winter 2026, in leather, suede, silk and oversized balloon shapes. Fashion writers covering autumn 2026 describe them as being "everywhere".
For outfit ideas with other jackets, see our jacket styling guide.
The evidence for 2026
- Spring/Summer 2026 runways. Coveteur reported that Rick Owens, Rabanne, Casablanca, Enfants Riches Déprimés and Torishéju all showed leather bomber jackets.
- Autumn/winter 2026 runways. Stylist covered oversized sporty bombers at Simone Rocha, and glossy silk, leather and faux-fur versions at Burberry. It also covered a black leather balloon bomber at Balenciaga.
- Menswear. Ape to Gentleman's Fall/Winter 2026 trend report says green bombers are back, enjoying "a first real spike in popularity since the mid-2010s".
- High street. Woman & Home's September 2026 headline says bombers are "everywhere this autumn", with styles from M&S to Zara.
Which bombers look current
Trade title Apparel Resources says the 2026 bomber has spread across suede, leather, oversized and cropped proportions. It adds that the fabrics are now more refined than the nylon original. Put together, the coverage points to three current directions:
| Direction | Seen in |
|---|---|
| Leather bomber | SS26 runways; Burberry and Balenciaga AW26 |
| Oversized or balloon shape | Simone Rocha, Balenciaga AW26 |
| Green nylon MA-1 | Menswear FW26 |
What we could not find
We found no sales or search figures for bombers in 2026. Apparel Resources says outright that its trend piece has none. So "in fashion" here means designers and fashion editors are showing bombers, not that we can measure how many people buy them.
The style has also come back several times before. Wikipedia lists waves of popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, the early 2000s and 2010s street fashion.
How to wear one now
Men can follow our 4 men's bomber looks. Anyone can use the 5-step bomber outfit method. Leather A-2 or MA-1? See how to wear a flight jacket. For a black bomber, read what to wear with a black jacket.
Want a leather bomber cut to your measurements? Leather Collection custom leather jackets include flight and bomber styles.
FAQ
Are suede bomber jackets in fashion?
Yes. Apparel Resources names suede among the materials the 2026 bomber has moved into.
Can girls wear bomber jackets?
Yes. The bomber is described as a neutral fashion item with no limits on gender, age or style. Simone Rocha paired bombers with dresses for autumn/winter 2026.
What style of leather jacket is in style right now?
The leather bomber is one clear example. Coveteur says Rick Owens, Rabanne, Casablanca and others showed leather bombers for Spring/Summer 2026. For other cuts, see our leather jacket styles guide.
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