The Rise of the Bomber Jacket

Initially made only of leather, bomber jackets are now made out of several types of fabrics and run the gamut from the traditional classic look and the more modern and updated versions are currently available from menswear brands. The appeal of bomber jackets is inescapable and when worn present the perfect balance between rugged charm and dapper badassery.

The bomber jacket has its own unique place in fashion history as it is a true staple that was initially created for functionality but has since evolved into a favorited jacket amongst men everywhere.

The popularity of the men’s army bomber jacket escalated with the rise of the British punk music era during the 60s and 70s and the movie stardom of Steve McQueen during the 70s and 80s. In the new millennium, hip hop mogul Kanye West has featured bomber jackets in his Yeezus line, with more prominent designers like Alexander Wang, Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, and many more releasing their own take on the fashion staple. With so many options to choose from, there is definitely a bomber jacket out there for any man’s tastes. The following are a list of some of the best, most bad-ass bomber jackets out on the market today that are created by indie labels that are creating waves in the industry as they produce their own editions.