Begin With the Body: Main Fabric Choices
A varsity jacket quality starts with its foundation—the body fabric. Wool is the gold standard: warm, structured, and timeless. It gives your jacket that traditional varsity feel while keeping you toasty in cold weather. Cotton fleece is softer, stretchers, and perfect for mild climates or year-round wear. Polyester blends are affordable and wrinkle-resistant, but they can run warm and aren’t as breathable.
At Jacket Authority, we offer all three because no single material fits everyone’s needs. Your lifestyle comes first.
Sleeves Do the Heavy Lifting
They might seem secondary, but sleeves define the jacket’s durability and attitude. Genuine leather sleeves offer unmatched longevity and a premium look that gets better with time. PU leather mimics the style but doesn’t age as gracefully. Want something more relaxed and easy to move in? Fabric sleeves keep things lightweight and athletic.
The Lining Layer: Function Meets Feel
What’s inside your jacket matters just as much as the outside. Satin linings are sleek and comfortable, giving you an easy-on, easy-off experience. Quilted linings add insulation for colder days. And if you’re active or live somewhere warm, mesh lining offers breathability and lightness.
Jacket Authority doesn’t cut corners on comfort—we believe the inside should feel as good as the outside looks.
Ribbed Trim: Small But Mighty
The rib-knit trims—the collar, cuffs, and hem—keep your jacket fitted and fresh-looking. Weak ribbing stretches and sags, making your jacket look worn too soon. That’s why we only use thick, elastic ribbing that stays tight and keeps its shape.
It’s the little details like this that separate a short-term jacket from a long-term favorite.
Stitching: A Sign of Lasting Quality
You can tell a lot about a jacket just by its stitching. Clean, double-stitched seams indicate care and precision. Sloppy stitching? That’s usually a sign of a rushed product that won’t last. We reinforce all high-stress areas to make sure our jackets stay strong through seasons of use.
At Jacket Authority, stitching is one of the places where quality truly shows.
Customization Starts With the Right Material
Planning to personalize your jacket with embroidery, chenille patches, or logos? Material choice is key. Wool and cotton fleece hold embroidery tightly and look sharp with stitched-on designs. PU and polyester are better for printed or heat-transferred custom elements.
Choosing the wrong combo can lead to cracked prints or peeling designs. We guide every customer to the right material for their dream design.
Take Care, Keep It Classic
Your jacket deserves a little love. Wool and leather versions need dry cleaning and occasional conditioning. Cotton and polyester blends can handle a gentle machine wash and should be air-dried. Store your jacket properly—no cramming it into bags or tossing it under piles.