Def Jam Varsity Jacket

The Def Jam Varsity Jacket is a black varsity jacket made from wool and leather fabric, with viscose lining, buttoned closure, rib knitted collar and two side pockets. Welcome to the label that created hip-hop. The Def Jam Varsity Jacket is available in seven sizes XS-3XL for men and women.

Def Jam, the House That Hip-Hop Built

Def Jam Recordings made hip-hop from a Bronx party sound to the culture of the world, launching stars from a dorm room in 1984. The Def Jam Varsity Jacket celebrates that empire with a black wool and leather letterman jacket loaded with the muscle of history’s biggest label. It’s a tribute to the label, cut from the source.

Black, the Label’s Colour

Def Jam’s aesthetic has always been New York black – ambitious, urban, chic and unfazed. The Def Jam Varsity Jacket is executed in wool and leather. It can be worn over denim, cargos, a white tee and white kicks – it goes with everything the New York uniform dictates. Black is serious; this is tradition, not costume.

Wool and Leather

The build pairs wool and leather material, the premium end of the varsity shelf. The Def Jam Varsity Jacket gains heat, shape and presence from the mix, with a depth that will increase each season it’s worn. The viscose lining inside keeps it clean over tees and hoodies, so the heavyweight story wears light.

Rib Knitted Collar, Buttoned Front

The timeless details preserve the tradition. The Def Jam Varsity Jacket features a rib knit collar to give the neck a settled look, while the buttoned placket embodies the letterman look and quality. The cut of the jacket is classic and iconic; just like the brand that never followed trends, this jacket won’t either.

Two Side Pockets

Two side pockets hold phone, wallet, and keys as they move through town. Keep them close to the black – storage that preserves the discipline of the design. New York usefulness, on a bit of New York history.

Seven Sizes, Both Genders

The Def Jam Varsity Jacket comes in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL for men and women. The jacket is a classic varsity fit, so order your normal size. It’s a gift for the sneakerhead or vintage hip-hop head in your life, from the very source of it all.

Part of the Collection

This jacket is featured in our Mens Varsity Jackets collection alongside the LL Cool J Rock The Bells Jacket – fitting, as he was the label’s inaugural superstar. Find the Def Jam Varsity Jacket in the same Mens Varsity Jackets collection, where all seven sizes can be seen on the product page.

Styling It Your Way

The Def Jam Varsity Jacket works with the whole New York uniform. Wear it over a white tee and cargos, or throw it on with denim and kicks for a classic look. The black wool and leather does the talking, so keep the rest simple. With a regular varsity fit for men and women, your normal jacket size is the right call.

Caring for Your Jacket

Looking after the Def Jam Varsity Jacket is straightforward. Wipe the leather with a damp cloth, brush the wool to lift dust, and air dry away from direct heat. Hang it between wears so the rib knitted collar keeps its shape. The buttoned closure and viscose lining will stay sharp for seasons of wear.

Final Word

The label that changed music, in black wool and leather – the Def Jam Varsity Jacket is foundation history you can wear. Available now from Stussy Jackets. Shop today.