Women’s Bomber Jackets & Flight Jackets

WOMEN’S BOMBER JACKET

The ever classic women’s bomber jacket is an icon of modern design. All bomber jackets have a few details in common—a short blouson style body with a waistband that sits right at the waist, full length sleeves with snug-fitting cuffs and collar made of a ribbed material.

The first flight jacket was the A-1, an insulated leather jacket that was introduced by the US Army in 1927. The classic nylon and wool MA-1 bomber jacket arrived almost thirty years later in 1955, when the Air Force removed the fur collar from the B-15 bomber jacket.

In the 1970s and 1980s, MA-1 bomber jackets started making their way into surplus stores, where youth countercultures started adopting them as their own. Now, you can find cropped bomber jackets, oversized bomber jackets, slim-fit designs, hooded styles, and lightweight nylon bomber jackets. Women’s bomber jackets are timeless and versatile, equally appropriate for a night out or at the office.

BEST BOMBER JACKETS FOR WOMEN

Alpha Industries offers a variety of women’s bomber jackets so every woman can find a flight jacket that suits her tastes. Here are a few of our most popular styles.

• Classic MA-1: The MA-1 was the first military bomber jacket to be worn by civilians. Alpha Industries’ MA-1 women’s bomber jacket can be considered a unisex style, with design specifications kept as close as possible to the 1955 original. (It even has a reversible orange lining like early bomber jackets, which helped improve visibility of a pilot in need of rescue) For a looser and more oversized bomber jacket, opt for the MA-1 men’s bomber styles. For limited-edition exclusives, look to our womens’ MA-1 collaboration styles.
• Hooded: Alpha Industries’ L-2B womens hooded Gen II bomber jacket offers a waterproof shell and a nylon hood. It’s our most lightweight style, making it ideal for spring or fall weather and mild temperatures.
• Quilted: Another favorite for winter is Alpha Industries’ MA-1 quilted womens bomber jacket. This piece has the same heritage styling as the classic MA-1, but with thick channel quilting that helps keep you insulated from the cold.
• Lightweight: Alpha Industries’ L-2B women’s bomber jacket family is made up of our most lightweight styles: a cropped bomber jacket, a hooded option, and the waist-length L-2B Skymaster womens bomber jacket. The L-2B was originally designed for warmer temperatures (42-65 degrees Fahrenheit), making it a perfect outer layer nearly year-round.

FIT & STYLE TIPS: HOW TO WEAR A WOMEN'S BOMBER JACKET?

The great thing about bomber jackets is there’s no wrong way to wear them. You can style a flight jacket to fit many occasions. Look effortlessly cool when keeping it casual or layer the jacket on top of work clothes when heading into the office.

Our L-2B women’s cropped bomber jacket pairs especially well with dresses, workwear, and high-waisted bottoms. A shorter version of our classic, lightweight L-2B bomber jacket, it hits just above the hip. Its modern silhouette is balanced out with traditional bomber jacket details—knit collar, cuffs, and waistband, plus functional flap pockets inside and out.

For women who prefer a more oversized bomber jacket look, we recommend buying one size down in our men’s bomber jackets. The MA-1, B-15, and CWU 45/P bomber jackets are perfect unisex options that can be styled with anything—leggings or joggers, skirts or dresses, chinos or jeans. They’re also roomy enough if you like to wear your bomber jacket over a hoodie or with a thicker sweater.

Finally, our women’s bomber jackets are designed to have a slimmer fit through the body and sleeves. They hit at hip-length and are versatile enough to wear with just about any bottom, top (including tees and thin sweaters), or accessory.

Need more styling inspiration? Alpha Industries’ womenswear collection was designed to be mixed and matched with bomber jackets. Check it out for everything you need to complete your bomber jacket outfit.

WHY ALPHA INDUSTRIES BOMBER JACKETS?

Style experts and countless editors agree that Alpha Industries makes the best bomber jackets for women. They combine a rich military heritage with a modern style sensibility and the highest-quality materials. In short, they’re effortlessly cool pieces with a story, designed to stand the test of time.

Whether you’re looking for a cropped bomber jacket, oversized bomber jacket, or a vintage women's bomber jacket look, there’s an Alpha Industries style to suit your preferences—one that also allows you to wear a piece of history.