Hollywood’s Most Iconic Jackets & Where To Buy Them
From Maverick’s bomber to Penny Lane’s floor-sweeping fur.
From Danny Zuko’s black leather bomber jacket to the trench coat Rick wears when he tells Ilsa, “Here’s lookin’ at you, kid,” the history of cinema is rife with iconic outerwear. You may never have Danny Zuko’s rock-hard butt, but you can pretend to be as cool as him and his Greaser buds.
We tracked down fashion’s best look-a-likes so you can take on your favorite character’s identity. Happy shopping!
1. “Indiana Jones’” leather bomber
Why it’s iconic: Harrison Ford took us on the ultimate adventure as the titular hero in the Indiana Jones franchise, beginning with 1981’s “Raiders of the Lost Ark.”
Where to get it: Eddie Bauer or Macy’s
2. “Grease’s” Pink Ladies jackets
Why it’s iconic: The Pink Ladies inspired middle-school cliques everywhere to not only give themselves names, but also rock monogrammed outerwear.
Where to get it: H&M (DIY embroidery or take it to a seamstress)
3. Maverick’s bomber in “Top Gun”
Why it’s iconic: Tom Cruise’s iconic Navy pilot, Maverick, quickly achieved legend status in his fur-collared leather bomber covered in military patches. The look represented masculinity and patriotism.
Where to get it: Bonanza
4. Marty McFly’s denim jacket + puffy vest in “Back to the Future”
Why it’s iconic: These days, most puffy-vest wearers are girls who shop at Old Navy. But Michael J. Fox wore the hell out of this look when he traveled back in time from the 1980s to the wholesome 50s.
Where to get it: Orvis
5. Ryan Gosling’s satin bomber in “Drive”
Why it’s iconic: Most people would hear the words “satin bomber jacket with a scorpion on the back” and think “literally no, never.” That’s what I’d think. But Ryan Gosling proved he can look hot and cool in anything—even this ridiculous, shiny number — in “Drive.”
Where to get it: Amazon ?
6. Rick Blaine’s trench in “Casablanca”
Why it’s iconic: Humphrey Bogart played Rick Blaine, a man suffering from heartbreak in silence. In the movie’s final scene, Bogart wears the trench while bidding adieu to the love of his life as the rain falls.
Where to get it: Asos (also, my closet)
7. Penny Lane’s fur coat in “Almost Famous”
Why it’s iconic: Because everyone wanted to be a cool band chick after seeing Kate Hudson play Penny, a hot-as-hell groupie in the 2000 flick.
Where to get it: Ebay
8. “Anastasia’s” green oversized coat
Why it’s iconic: She was a poor orphan with a coat full of patches, but she still rocked it + that awful cap. (Eventual) royalty can get away with anything!
Where to get it: Shein.com
9. Anna’s cape in “Frozen”
Why it’s iconic: Because since this movie was released in 2013, Halloween and children’s birthday parties have never been the same.
Where to get it: Etsy
10. “Singin’ in the Rain’s” yellow raincoat
Why it’s iconic: I’ve never seen this movie, but we’re all familiar with this scene/their jackets. I’d call that iconic.
Where to get it: Target
11. Sloane’s cropped white jacket in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
Why it’s iconic: Ferris and Sloane were #RelationshipGoals in the ’86 classic “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Mia Sara’s character pushed the envelope of gaudy 80s style in her white leather fringe jacket.
Where to get it: Etsy, but I refuse to believe Sloane paid anywhere near $200.
12. Margot Tenenbaum’s fur coat in “The Royal Tenenbaums”
Why it’s iconic: Fifteen years after the release of the Wes Anderson classic, women continue to line their eyes with black kohl and shrug on their grandmothers’ furs each October 31.
Where to get it: Etsy
13. Mrs. Robinson’s cheetah coat in “The Graduate”
Why it’s iconic: To be fair, Bancroft’s suggestive leg may serve as a more iconic visual of the 1967 film, but any spotting of a cheetah-print coat still puts me in mind of her sensual character.
Where to get it: Kohl’s
16. Jim Stark’s red windbreaker in “Rebel Without A Cause”
Why it’s iconic: The sight of a red jacket reminds me of my first love: the misunderstood James Dean in “Rebel Without A Cause.” ?
Where to get it (and men: please do get it): Asos
17. Morpheus’ coat in “The Matrix”
Why it’s iconic: Angry teens upset with their estranged fathers ran out to Hot Topic to recreate Morpheus’ look. Must include sunglasses.
Where to get it: Angel Jackets