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Published 08:58 IST, October 24th 2019

Why 'shackets' are a must-have in your wardrobes this winter?

A shacket, popular among the stylists as an overshirt, is a better winter essential than a jacket. It keeps one warmer and sets a unique fashion statement.

Reported by: Nikhil Pandey
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A wardrobe renewal is a must for winter because one would not want to end up shivering in a shirt or a t-shirt. Before the wrath of the winter unleashes, here are a few ways in which one can escape the chills this season.

a. Indulge in hot beverages like hot chocolate or a cup of hot steaming coffee. 
b. Prefer having a bath in hot water.
c. Fill your cupboard with jackets.
d. Buy new shackets like Bollywood celebrities.

What are shackets?

The amalgamation of two words- shirt and jacket is a shacket. Shackets are an ideal option for winters because of its versatility. They can be worn with anything, from a shirt to a coat. Shackets, also known as overshirts, are made of thicker fabric, and a jacket like structure. They are generally heavier than a cotton shirt but lighter than denim or a utility jacket. They have huge buttons and are warmer than jackets. These features make shackets ideal winter wear. Here are a few other reasons why shackets should in everyone's winter essential wardrobe. 
a. One can wear anything under a shacket, from a coat to a t-shirt. This makes it an all-season fashion item.
b. A mix of cotton and nylon, shackets will keep one warm from the cold and dry from the rain. 
c. Shackets can be worn to work too, or a party. It can be worn anywhere one wants to try something borderline edgy yet remain professional.

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Of late, plenty of celebrities, too, have been spotted donning shackets. Here are a few of them who have aced the shackets trend: 

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06:59 IST, October 24th 2019