UNIQLO: Uniqlo's 50 jacket rivals Carhartt and is the perfect lightweight layer for spring

29.03.2025 - 12:29 / ok.co.uk Spring has sprung, and with it comes the season for light jackets! If you're on the hunt for a fresh addition to your wardrobe, look no further. Barn jackets and work jackets are all the rage this season (quilted styles are in too), and Uniqlo's £50 offering is giving Carhartt's iconic and best-selling Detroit jacket a run for its money. Uniqlo's Zip-Up Blouson comes in three chic colourways: a neutral beige that echoes Carhartt's classic work jackets, a sleek charcoal grey, and a vibrant spring-ready purple. While you'll find the jacket in the men's section of Uniqlo's website, it's actually a unisex gem, modelled by both gents and ladies. Crafted from cotton canvas, the jacket boasts a crisp, tailored vibe that's akin to a shacket. Its lightweight fabric is perfect for the upcoming warmer days, and its structured look means you can effortlessly dress it up or down, whatever the event may be. READ MORE: Stanley's commuter-friendly water bottle that keeps drinks cold 'all day' is now 24% off READ MORE: 'I swear by this K-Beauty CC cream to cover my redness and it's currently on sale' And we're not alone in our admiration for this stylish piece - TikTok user @farrahespina has been raving about how Uniqlo's jacket is reminiscent of Carhartt's designs. The comments section is buzzing with excitement, with users posting things like: "I'm regretting walking past this two days ago now", "you made me buy it girl! now I got that same colour and an extra purple", and "when did Uniqlo become the dupe?", reports the Mirror. With an impressive average rating of 4.9 stars on the website, it's clear that this jacket has won over the hearts of many shoppers.