Give ‘em the cold shoulder: The latest way to wear your jacket

It often sparks friendly debate, but when it comes to fashion, winter has something on summer. Why? Because layering. And boots. And hot chocolate. Did we mention layering? While those of us in the Middle East are unlikely to be cloaking ourselves in cozier threads until later in the year, the rest of the northern hemisphere are already embracing outerwear. Well, sort of. That awkward phase between seasons can be one of the most difficult for dressing. And here’s proof even celebrities feel it. Recently, the likes of Gigi Hadid and Kylie Jenner have been debuting a somewhat silly but also strangely suitable solution to transitional weather. At the minute, the hippest way to wear your jacket is half-on, half-off and haute design house Balenciaga are leading the way. It only seems a natural progression, given that off-the-shoulder necklines have been one of the hottest trends for spring/summer this year. Here are some of our favorite “cold shoulder” fashion moments so far.

It’s all about the slouch.

Off? On? Too many decisions.

Denim made me do it.

Try it with a friend. #twinning

Or with a less obvious garment, like a cardigan or a trench.

If Balenciaga says it’s okay...