Every classic wardrobe features a tweed jacket as a closet staple. I don’t make the rules, I just communicate them. This essential woven fabric is somehow appropriate for all occasions and all seasons—whenever you need a chic finishing touch and don’t want to be flouncing about with bare arms. Yes, I said flouncing. Flouncing!

Tweed jackets stand the test of time and are always worth the investment on a cost-per-wear basis. Wear them over a chic black sheath dress at the office, with your slinkiest slip dress for date night, or over a t-shirt and jeans for a run to the grocery store. When cared for properly, you’ll keep and wear your tweeds for a lifetime, especially when you purchase versions of them that you really love (*coughs* like the beauties below *cough*). I’m wearing a Nili Lotan jacket from Saks today but I highly recommend you check out the round-up of additional tweed jackets below that are also currently included in their Gift Card Event running today, April 20th through Friday, April 22nd. Use code APRGIFTSF on your purchase to earn a Saks Gift Card up to $700!