12 Travel-friendly, Lightweight Shackets at Amazon

I feel like we don’t talk enough about how annoying it is to carry a jacket around during transitional weather, especially when traveling. Nothing ruins the moment (or the photo) quite like clutching a bulky coat in your arms or stuffing it into your tote because it’s too warm out to wear it. 

The travel-friendly solution is a lightweight, packable jacket you won’t feel compelled to remove — mainly because it’s part of your look. More specifically, I’m talking about “shackets”: those brilliant shirt-jacket hybrids that bridge the gap between outfit and outerwear.

Amazon has a ton of shackets in statement-making styles and textures that run the gamut from corduroy to waffle knit. These button-down best-sellers effortlessly integrate with your classic jeans-and-tee combo, sleeveless dresses, cargos and a bodysuit (a personal favorite pairing), and even shorts. In fact, I found a few knee-length layers that cut a pretty cool silhouette with a pair of Daisy Dukes. 

For the most part, the shackets on this list are unlined, but I included a few with a bit of insulation, too. Best of all, these pieces are on sale right now at Amazon, and prices start at just $20. 

Automet Flannel Plaid Shacket

Your dad’s favorite flannel gets a feminine upgrade courtesy of this Amazon’s Choice pick. The cozy layer comes in more than two dozen colorways, but I’m smitten with this pink version that gives girlie lumberjack vibes. Those two buttoned chest pockets will certainly come in handy while you’re on the go — one idea is to store the day’s receipts in there to track your vacation spending. “I wore it for a fall trip to NYC and it was perfect: lightweight, warm, soft, and fashionable,” wrote one comfy customer. “Love this shirt!” Just be sure to apply the $10-off coupon (or the 20-percent-off coupon for the blue colorway) at checkout to get this deal.

Astylish Corduroy Button-down

We know that everything ’90s is new again, and brands are taking their cues from the grunge era’s greatest hits: first it was flannel, and now we’re adding corduroy to the mix. This oversized button-down from Astylish nails it with thick, soft, ribbed fabric in almost 40 colors, including this popular go-with-everything green. “It is soft inside and out, not too thin and not too heavy,” summed up a five-star reviewer. Leave the cuffs buttoned around your wrists or roll up your sleeves for a too-cool-for-school look as you traipse around a new city. 

Puwei Button-down Tartan Shacket

The style transformation is complete with this plaid jacket in a warm fall shade. I’ll admit, the knee-length shacket, which is a whopping 56 percent off, is the epitome of an apple-picking photo-shoot look, but it’s also so much more. It’s a piece that commands attention and goes the distance without pilling or looking ragged. It even has a touch of stretch to help it skim your figure comfortably. “I can’t tell you how much I love it,” wrote one happy shopper. “This jacket is long enough to make you look slimmer but not so long it becomes cumbersome.”

Thcreasa Sherpa Fleece Lined Jacket

Want a lightweight jacket with some added warmth? Sink into this sherpa fleece-lined shacket with a collar, cuffs, breast pockets, and all the aesthetics of a shirt. Go ahead and play it cool with this casual number that makes it look like a slight chill in the air is no sweat for you. This piece comes in a few solids and an array of plaid patterns, and is currently on sale with the on-site coupon. One reviewer, who purchased it for a trip to Colorado, said that “this jacket was extremely warm, soft, and adorable! [It] felt like I was wearing a blanket.”

Dokotoo Waffle Knit Shacket

This waffle-knit number is one of the softest and thinnest shacket picks on the list, but that just means it’s extra packable. The beautifully billowy button-down embodies the boyfriend look. “The back of the shirt completely covers my butt, which is exactly what I was going for. But it is not too baggy or sloppy looking. Very flattering,” wrote a fan. The oversized fit is complemented by oversized buttons, and it comes in a slew of rich colors, though it’s striking in black. Wear it over leggings for a lived-in look or pair it with khakis for an evening stroll.

Vichyie Corduroy Shacket

Another corduroy pick, this shacket manages to be oversized and structured at the same time. The unlined layer comes in so many great colors, but this pumpkin hue is as fall as it gets. Pair this with an on-trend denim bottom, like barrel or boyfriend jeans, and your all-day walking sneakers — that’s a look. “I bought this and a few other ‘shackets’ to wear for a trip to Iceland. This one was the best [and], surprisingly, the least expensive piece,” wrote a happy traveler. “It is so soft and comfortable, you won’t want to take it off.” 

Evaless Fuzzy Fleece Jacket

This sherpa shacket is wonderfully cloud-like and cozy, and the generous length makes it extra eye-catching. “If you wish to be warm and stay elegant, yet feel good about what your sleeves feel like on your skin, this is your jacket!” one shopper wrote. The buttons and breast pockets keep it looking like a cross between a shirt and a teddy bear. It comes in a few hues, but there’s something special about the cream option. 

Merokeety Oversized Long-sleeve Shacket

Everything about this oatmeal-hued outer layer is oversized, from the fit to the pockets. Combined with its hidden buttons and wool-like texture, this has high-end appeal but rings in at just $36 with the additional $10 coupon. One customer called it a “winter dream shacket” and wrote, “Thus far, [I] have received more compliments on this shacket than some $400 pieces I’ve worn.” Throw this fuzzy layer over wide-leg slacks for a chic look that’s worthy of Milan street style. 

Gihuo Cropped Corduroy Shacket

This cropped corduroy shacket cinches your waist beautifully when paired with high-waisted pants, especially if they’re wide legged. This travel wardrobe game-changer is particularly cute in this cool blue hue — and yes, it’s as soft as it gets. “I love to put it with a jumper or romper; add a hat and you’ve stepped up your casual outfit to something else entirely!” wrote a creative fashionista, who touted it “the perfect layering piece.”

Uaneo Plaid Coat

Now it’s time for the drama. This plaid flannel shacket is essentially a duster — can we call it a “shuster”? — as it comes down almost to the ankle. You’ll be unmissable in the best way, so you might as well dial up the intensity with this red colorway. Feel free to go full-on rock star with this outer layer: concert tee, faux-leather leggings, and high-top Converse sneakers would be a perfect fit. “I love this jacket!” exclaimed one five-star review. “I bought it for a trip and it served me so well. It was cozy on the plane and stylish on the streets.” 

Vetinee Oversized Button-up Shacket

If you’re a fan of denim jackets, then you may be interested in a denim shacket. This one takes the best of both worlds — the thickness of a denim jacket with the style of a denim shirt — and adds frayed ends for a little edge. Plus, anyone who’s traveled knows the value of a versatile wardrobe option. It comes in several colors as well as a few light and dark washes. “What a great shacket! Comfy, true to size, love the color, and stylish,” a cozy customer wrote. “I received many compliments on it.”

Nirovien Waffle Knit Shacket

If you’re packing a pretty casual wardrobe, wrap yourself up in this distressed waffle-knit shacket, available in a slew of colors including khaki. This roomy button-down is a little bit longer in the back, so you can wear your yoga pants confidently while staying cozy on the plane. “This was super cute and versatile for my vacation,” noted one globetrotter. “It’s warm enough but not too heavy, doesn’t wrinkle, and it’s soft and cozy.” 

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