Women's bomber jackets, short aviator jackets

Where does the bomber come from?

The bomber originates from military aviator jackets: short to avoid hindrance in the cockpit, fitted at the waist and cuffs to keep warmth. The nylon model with an orange lining, designed for the US Army, transitioned from uniform to civilian fashion.

Today, the women's bomber comes in shiny satin, matte nylon, leather or velvet, ranging from sportswear styles to more dressed-up looks.

Which women's bomber to choose?

A lightweight bomber, in nylon or satin, is suitable for spring and autumn. A , padded or lined, keeps you warm in winter without the bulk of a puffer jacket. The leather or faux leather bomber gives off a more rock vibe.

In terms of fit, a fitted bomber defines the waist, while an oversized bomber can be worn open over something fitted on the bottom.

How to wear a women's bomber?

A bomber creates a sporty contrast that breaks the romantic vibe when worn over a flowy dress. Worn over a sweatshirt, which you can choose from the sweaters and sweatshirts, and paired with jeans, it creates the ultimate casual outfit.

With tailored trousers and loafers, a plain satin bomber can also work in the city. Khaki and black are still the easiest colours to wear.

What size bomber should I take?

The bomber is worn short, at the waist: check that the ribbing falls just on the hips and that the sleeves cover the wrists. To wear a sweater underneath, going a size up allows for more ease.

How to care for a bomber?

A nylon bomber is often machine washable, in cold and inside out, with the zip closed; a satin, leather or velvet bomber needs to be hand washed or dry cleaned. Let it dry on a hanger, out of direct sunlight, to maintain the fabric colour.

Which bomber brands to choose?

These jacket brands are featured on the page.

• Schott NYC, a family-run New York brand, created the Perfecto, the first modern leather motorcycle jacket, and outfitted the US army during the war.
• Alpha Industries, an American brand born in Knoxville, made aviator jackets for the army and popularised the reversible MA-1 with an orange lining.
• KAFFE, a Danish brand born in Ikast, reinterprets the bomber in a more feminine version.

What other jackets to choose?

Other short jackets have their page: leather jackets and denim jackets, as well as all jackets on the jackets and coats page.

When to find bombers at reduced prices?

The bomber is worn in mid-season, in spring and autumn. The Black Friday comes when autumn ends, and the summer sales happen before the return to school: two good times for a bomber on sale.

Offers are combined on the women's clothing Black Friday page in November and on the women's clothing sale page during the sales; the Promotions page takes over the rest of the year. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

Why do bombers have an orange lining?

On the original military model, the orange lining allowed the jacket to be turned inside out to be spotted in case of an accident. It has become a distinctive feature of the bomber.

Does a bomber keep you warm in winter?

A lightweight bomber, no. A quilted or lined model, worn over a sweater, is sufficient in dry and cool weather; for extreme cold, a puffer jacket or coat takes over.

How to wear a bomber in a feminine way?

Choose a satin bomber or one in a soft colour, worn over a midi dress or a pleated skirt, with ankle boots. The contrast of materials is what makes the outfit charming.

How to iron a satin bomber?

Iron it inside out, on a low temperature, with a damp cloth between the iron and the fabric. A steam cleaner prevents any risk of shining the satin.

Bomber or aviator jacket: what’s the difference?

The bomber is the version in nylon or fabric, with ribbed edges. The aviator jacket often refers to the leather version, with a shearling collar, designed for flying in extreme cold.