The Funnel-Neck Jacket Trend is Back—And the Runways Prove It Has Staying Power
Trust me, these are the best styles out now.
The funnel neck began gathering real momentum on the runways last fall, when designers traded familiar collars and lapels for necklines that climbed dramatically toward the chin. The effect made outerwear feel sharper and more sculptural, turning what could have been a purely functional detail into a defining part of the silhouette. Leather, wool, and oversized proportions only amplified the idea, giving the season’s jackets a sense of structure that felt especially fresh against fashion’s otherwise relaxed approach to dressing.
A year later, the shape hasn’t retreated. Funnel-neck outerwear is appearing again at houses including Altuzarra and Khaite, signaling that the high collar has moved beyond its initial trend cycle and into a broader shift in how designers are approaching jackets. There’s an appealing duality to it: fastened to the top, it feels dramatic and almost protective; worn open, it relaxes into something far more effortless. Either way, the neckline gives even the most straightforward jacket enough presence to carry an entire fall look. I’ve been coveting this trend since the beginning, with favorites spanning Nour Hammour, Zara, and Kallmeyer. When in doubt, let the funnel neck do the talking!
Don’t get overwhelmed by all the options on the market right now. I’ve researched them for you! Ahead are the best funnel-neck jackets available, from updated leather jackets to modern trench coats and sporty styles.
Funnel-Neck Leather Jackets
Rich, tough, and essential come fall, winter, and spring, the leather funnel-neck jacket is the most enduring silhouette of the bunch, and for good reason. Use it to add tension to romantic ruffles and lace trims, or wear it to temper a feminine dress, skirt, or menswear-inspired trousers. The options are endless.
Funnel-Neck Trench Coats
The classic trench coat feels sharper with a funnel neck. A raised collar adds architectural structure to the familiar shape while retaining the effortless versatility that makes a trench a wardrobe must-have. On the market, I'm loving Aritzia and Massimo Dutti for affordable options, and Kallmeyer and Phoebe Philo on the high end.
Funnel-Neck Sporty Coats
Embrace the everlasting sporty codes of the season by borrowing from performance outerwear, without going overtly technical. Lightweight shells, drawstring hems, and roomy proportions give the high neckline a more relaxed attitude.
