There’s something inherently dramatic about a cape, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be worn as a day-to-day outfit staple. During the chillier autumn and winter months, fashion insiders leaned into cape coats for both warmth and flair. Now, as we settle into spring and begin the transition into summer, lighter, more breathable cape jackets are stepping into the spotlight. One high-street iteration making waves? Zara’s Denim Cape Jacket – a clever blend of the theatrical nature of a cape with the everyday practicality of a denim jacket.

Crafted from a draping cotton fabric, the Zara jacket is a must-have outerwear staple for anyone looking to add a touch of sophisticated charm to their outfit rotation, thanks to its lapel collar, button front, and wide sleeves with tab detailing. Reminiscent of a cropped trench coat, it’s a fresh reinvention of a classic – combining timeless structure with a contemporary twist. And it’s something we at Grazia can’t get enough of.

But the true appeal of this jacket lies in its dark, inky denim colourway – a wash that’s been trending among the fashion pack over the past year or two. Much like the return of dark-wash denim jeans, deep-indigo jackets have been spotted on everyone from editors and stylists to off-duty models and the A-list. Style it Canadian Tuxedo-style with matching jeans (the jacket is designed to pair with dark-wash denim shorts), or opt for contrast by wearing it with black wide-leg trousers, a boxy tee layered underneath, and classic ballet flats for a cool finish.

Shop the Zara jacket below – before (like many other Zara cult staples) it completely sells out.

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Emma Richardson is a fashion commerce writer for Grazia. She covers shopping, lifestyle, celebs and anything trending.