Get ready to flex your style with the comeback of the legendary 8-ball jacket

Picture this: it’s the early '90s, and you’re strutting down the streets of New York City with hip-hop beats blasting in your ears. As the sunlight hits your glossy leather jacket, the iconic eight-ball graphic catches everyone’s eye. This jacket isn’t just clothing; it’s a statement! From urban playgrounds to fashion runways, the 8-ball jacket has always had that wow factor, celebrating creativity and individuality.

Designed by the talented Michael Hoban back in 1990, this masterpiece draws inspiration from a simple bowling alley visit. The eight-ball motif isn’t just about pool; it represents luck, competition, and a whole lot of swagger. Crafted from high-quality leather and flaunting some killer color combos, this jacket has been a must-have for trendsetters and celebs alike.

Fast forward to today, and the 8-ball jacket is back with a bang! Brands are remixing this classic style with fresh denim, vibrant colorways, and eco-friendly materials, making it easier than ever for you to rock a piece of fashion history while keeping it current.

What’s really exciting? The kids at our upcycle workshops Chillie Kids Club are taking inspiration from the 8-ball jacket and doing their own thing! They’re diving into DIY fashion and creating their unique 8-ball-inspired clothing from upcycled materials. It’s all about embracing that vintage vibe while putting a fresh twist on it. These mini trendsetters are designing jackets, hoodies, and accessories that showcase their creativity and flair, proving that style knows no age.

Curious about how to style your own 8-ball jacket? Here are some tips to keep your look fresh:

Street Style Vibes: Keep it simple and chic! Wear your jacket with a classic white tee and distressed jeans for everyday

Layer It Up: For those chillier nights, throw it over a hoodie. It’s the perfect mix of cozy and cool.

Minimalist Magic: Let the jacket do the talking! Pair it with black jeans and a fitted top to keep the focus on that iconic design.

Accessories Galore: Add some chunky sneakers or a standout hat to amp up your outfit and give it that edgy vibe.

The 8-ball jacket isn’t just a piece of clothing; it’s a celebration of nostalgia, style, and the creativity of today’s generation. So go ahead, embrace your inner fashionista, and show the world how you make this iconic piece your own—just like the talented kids at Chillie do!

If you're searching for that legendary 8 ball jacket, you need to check out our website for all our stock

Each one’s unique. You’re not just wearing a jacket — you’re wearing a piece of chaotic ‘90s energy that somehow survived MySpace, low-rise jeans, and ringtone commercials.

Vintage supremacy.

Why drop $$$ on fast fashion when you can thrift an original that’s seen more parties than your entire friend group combined? Vintage 8-ball jackets are history with swagger.

Chillie London x M.C.Overalls

M.C.Overalls & Chillie London have combined to produce a limited edition capsule collection and fitting tribute to up-cycled fashion. Celebrating authenticity and quality craftsmanship, this collab builds on the relationship between changing habits and the awareness of a new generation of consumer in a post pandemic environment. 

Fast fashion has made space for a brighter vision of nostalgia and sustainable creativity. This  capsule collection is comprised of 20 pieces. ChillieLondon have revisited some of M.C.Overalls signature styles and colourways from the iconic to the brand’s tried & tested staples. Pieces include, Overalls, Work jackets, Coach jackets combined with Chillie’s vision of second hand bomber jackets and vintage workwear pieces. 

With a focus on reducing the environmental impact and promoting a greener future, Chillie London have been sourcing 90’s style bombers jackets, workwear,  waistcoats and other hardware and textiles.  Using rejected padding, textures and layers from all parts of a jacket, they have recreated a new style of jacket to define what up-cycling is all about.  The jackets are functional but also several styles have multiple options and ways of styling.  Layered with waistcoats to style over or under a jacket some of these pieces have 3 to 4 ways to wear them.  The idea is to have a piece that can be styled in many ways to add to the sustainability of the piece.  

‘Our vision for the future is to keep producing up-cycled collections that hopefully inspire other brands to do the same rather than over producing with with huge amounts of wasted clothing.’ Says Natalie Hartley, co- founder of Chillie London

She added ‘We want to work with brands that are aligned with our vision about sustainability.  M.C.Overalls have iconic pieces produced and designed to a high level with great quality which remains the benchmark for a sustainable brand.  We love their simplicity, modern easy dressing which mirrors our approach to fashion.  Each piece has been the perfect blank canvas for us to create from staying true to their vision with a little spice from Chillie.  

‘Upcycling can be the new recycling for fashion.  It has to be this way we are here to make sure this does keep happening’ says Lydia co- founder of Chillie London 

Prices start at £175 and go up to £350. 

Available from the 11th October 2023 at the new Chillie London store on 361 Portobello Rd, London W10 5SA.

The full collection is now available online https://www.chillielondon.com

Chillie London x The Groucho Club for London Fashion Week

We had an exclusive presentation and pop up shop to celebrate London Fashion Week in conjunction with The Groucho Club, Soho To help launch our new drop for SS23.

Which were your favourite looks?

Check out the website for a selection of our new stock CHILLIE LONDON or visit our POP UP shop 40 Golborne Road, London W10

Samantha wears Jeremy Scott for Moschino 2014 (above)

Sofia wears red leather biker under white leather coat (above)

Tim wears Adidas leather jacket (above)

Melanie wears red leather NYC jacket and Wei wears fuschia pink leather jacket with shoulder pads (above)

Luke wears marbled leather jacket over own clothes

The models performed to live music by ZUKO @zukovstheworld

Founders Chillie London Natalie Hartley and Lydia McNeill (below)

Check out some of our favourite styles now available online or at the pop up shop