The genius of a varsity jacket lies in its shape. Short and boxy it is the ultimate off-duty jacket.

And because it's more casual than a leather jacket, the varsity or letterman pairs well with smarter pieces like pencil skirts, it's the perfect style for dressing down.

A true varsity style has a collarless wool body with leather sleeves, cuffs and appliqued letter over the chest, but it's fashion - interpret it how you like. Maybe with Être Cécile's 'Presque Parisienne' style (we can identify with that), or go a bit 90s with Zoe Karssen's satin style with dinosaur embroidery on the back - amazing.

View the gallery for ten of our favourite varsity jackets. Go Team!