This top-rated shacket is 'super soft' and at an all-time low of $14 for Labor Day

Clothing mashups are nothing new. You’ve got skorts, jeggings, coatigans — and now, just in time for fall's approach, you’ve got the brilliant "shacket" — a cross between a shirt and a jacket. To prove the relevance of the phenomenon, look no further than Amazon’s top-selling Automet Plaid Shacket, a casual cross between your coziest plaid flannel and your fave throw-it-on-and-go fall outerwear. Right now, the Apricot color is on sale for Labor Day for only $14! And other colors are as low as $24.

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Automet Plaid Shacket: Apricot

$14$28

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FYI: This Apricot print is one of the most popular options (so autumnal!), but feel free to choose one of 26 other colors. 

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$14 at Amazon

Why is it a good deal? ??

It's $14! And it's almost apple-picking season. The Automet Plaid Shacket has skyrocketed up to bestseller status with thousands of perfect ratings, and it's on crazy sale, just in time for fall. Many of the colors and prints cost as little as $24 (what we previously thought was an all-time low price two weeks ago) with a few select shades selling for $14. If you'd like to build up your autumnal wardobe ASAP, we doubt you'll find a better deal once temps begin to drop.

Why do I need this? ??

A scrumptious pumpkin spice latte and the breeze blowing golden leaves off the trees are just a few of the things that we're looking forward to about fall. Another is the official start of sweater weather, and the Automet Plaid Shacket quenches that thirst for a blanket-y layer to wrap yourself up in — except this is a jacket you can wear every day, if you please.

Got a plaid preference? Whether you’re into a lumberjack look, tartan trends or checkered choices, whether you like bold, pastel or neutral palettes. you’ll find a scheme that suits your tastes. Blue, for instance, has casual denim appeal, Pink gives feminine flair and Apricot is the neutral for anyone who doesn’t want to commit to a bold look.

What reviewers say ??

It appears the Automet Plaid Shacket is something of a fall MVP — you’re not going to see it benched! Over 10,000 Amazon reviewers have given it a fresh five-star rating.

Pros ??

One reviewer raved, "Everyone loves a good flannel and this is it! So cute, I love how it's oversized. It’s very warm! The fabric is so soft and thick, and it’s great for the fall!"

This shopper wrote: "The craftsmanship of the jacket is impeccable, and it boasts soft, high-quality materials that make wearing it an absolute pleasure. Not to mention, the fit is spot-on as I anticipated, and the length is just perfect." Another called it "super soft and comfy."

"This Apricot plaid shirt is flattering, even to a 74-year-old gal!" gushed one fan.

A final wearer shared, "I got tons of compliments on [this shacket!] It's thin enough that it's not too hot for a warmer day in winter, but it's also not so thin that there's no warmth that comes from it. Just buy it! It's cheap and so freaking cute!"

Cons ??

Heads up: "The sleeves are a little on the long side," this shopper wrote, but went on to say, “I’m a little obsessed with this piece ... I can’t give it less than five stars given how much I’ve worn it!"

Some customers also would have preferred a less oversized fit. "I wear a medium top so that is what I ordered. It is big. I’d order a small next time. But the fabric is extremely soft," said a reviewer.

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Automet Plaid Shacket

$24$30Save $6

Even though it's only late summer, we suggest snapping up one or two of these for the chillier nights (and days) to come.

$24 at Amazon

Another fall layering essential? A classic crewneck, and we love this one from Hanes:

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Hanes EcoSmart Crewneck Sweatshirt

$12$18Save $6

This perfect layering piece is made from cotton and polyester fashioned from recycled plastic bottles!

$12 at Amazon

"A great sweatshirt," raved a reviewer. "Perfect weight for the spring and fall weather. Ordered a size up so I could wear with leggings, and it’s perfect so [I] ordered another color."

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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