12 Chore Coats That Add Versatility to Every Outfit

Here lies proof that you can score a versatile, stylish chore jacket for only 60 bucks. Quince’s stretchy, light olive green jacket is a polished piece to wear to work without feeling overdressed, and a great everyday piece to slightly spiff up your tee and jeans, too.

A chore coat really can (and should) be this easy. Levi’s crafts an infallible pick, with a cotton canvas outer that’s tough, but not too heavy or thick. Buyers love how wearable this is, whether you’re actually doing some hands-on work or just going out to dinner or to work. It’s an effortless, every day staple.

The denim-on-denim look isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, and it’s made so much easier with a cool denim chore coat. Even if you wear this with khakis or trousers, though, you’re in for easy styling; with a relaxed, slightly-boxy fit, super-deep pockets, and contrast seams for an extra flair, this is bound to be your new favorite jacket in no time.

Meet the chore jacket that’ll effortlessly add to your fit. It’s easy to layer with, thanks to Lucky Brand’s versatile design—dress it down with baggy jeans, dress it up with pleated pants. There’s no going wrong.

Now this is a chore coat for the guys who don’t want to have to buy another chore coat for, like, a decade. Not only is it durable, but it also has high performance value—Patagonia’s hemp canvas fabric is thick, heavy, and has spacious pockets. No break-in period is needed, and no breaks will pervade the abrasion resistant fabric, either.

Simple and stylish—just what a chore coat should be. Alex Crane’s best-selling sustainable linen makes this coat an eco-conscious and style-conscious addition to your wardrobe. It has three deep pockets (one is internal) and has been pre-washed with biodegradable softeners for a lived-in, vintage look and feel.

Le Mont St Michel is trusted by French workmen in Normandy and Brittany, and if it’s good enough for them, it’s gonna be great for you. This authentic workwear style is all about being practical without slacking on style; see the trio of deep pockets, the timeless, boxy style with corozo buttons, and the water-repellent fabric.

From the folks who do workwear like no other comes a durable, versatile chore coat that’s tough enough for work (and, because it’s Carhartt, cool enough for your Insta feed). With a corduroy-trimmed collar detail, deep, triple-stitched pockets, and a the tough duck cotton that Carhartt is known for, this is one you aren’t going to need to replace for years to come.

Clean and cool, this selvedge chore coat is all about a fusion between minimalist style and high-quality design. Weighing in at only 11.5 ounces, the fabric is lightweight enough that you could even get away with wearing it in summer. Plus, it’s already been rinsed for a fresh look.

Want to go for a chore jacket you’ll be pulling out for every fancy occasion for years to come? Drake’s has the one. In soft, supple suede, this tan jacket has the looks of a chore coat—oversized silhouette, deep patch pockets, button placket—but the feel of something you’ll want to be much more precious with. Dress it down with jeans, dress it up with tailored trousers. It instantly elevates any outfit.