Marks and Spencer has launched a Checked Funnel Neck Barn Jacket that shoppers are already calling the 'It jacket' for the coming autumn. Priced at £60 and available in sizes extra small to extra large, the jacket features a light coloured check, a funnel neck, and a popper-and-zip fastening. Two large patch pockets on the front offer handy storage space, and an adjustable hem ensures optimal snugness.
Shoppers Compare It to Designer Versions
One customer said: 'I do not, absolutely not, need another jacket. But, I had to have this. It's absolutely gorgeous. The check is a lovely pastel-y subtle one in neutral colours, so this goes with everything.' Another described it as 'casual, but classy' and noted it pairs well with trousers or a skirt.
Several reviewers mentioned the jacket runs large and recommended sizing down. Others said it is lightweight yet has a decent weight, making it useful well into autumn. One shopper called it a 'stylish little jacket, colourful and fresh looking' and said turning up the cuffs works well for shorter wearers.
A Practical Alternative to High-End Brands
The M&S jacket is being compared to similar styles from Aligne and Barbour. One five-star review noted it is 'a very similar design to a Barbour jacket three times the price.' Another customer said it is 'ideal for travelling' and 'pairs nicely with other colours'.
The jacket has earned an overall rating of five stars out of five from early buyers, who praise its versatility for cooler summer evenings and autumn days.
