When it’s time, it’s time. That is, when it’s time to layer up in rugged, versatile fashion for the fall season on the horizon, you’ll be able to feel it in the air and sense it — and your wardrobe should adjust accordingly. The good news is, the best fall menswear essentials let you get a jump on brisk temperatures the right way, with proper layers at the forefront.

And for casually rugged style situations, you might not find a better jacket for the moment than one of the best denim jackets for men, one that gets better with age as you break it in and make it your very own. My friends, meet the denim version of the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket, a luxurious take on a classic trucker jacket made with care by one of the very best designers on the market.

As seems to be the case with the award-winning designer’s seasonal wares, this fresh spin on the modern icon that is the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket gets all the details right, and then some. The company rightfully calls this a “luxurious update on a time-honored classic,” with 12.5oz. cotton denim delivering structure and rugged appeal.

Take heed: As one of America’s best menswear designers notes, this handsome denim jacket gets the brand’s classic dark resin rise, lending it the look of raw denim with more softness and wearability right out of the box.

The timeless trucker jacket silhouette remains the same across the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket lineup, which also includes rich suede versions in a variety of fall-friendly colorways. And while other versions of the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket feature shank buttons in an antique finish, this one features updated hardware with a cleaner look and feel.

Cut to fit above the hip in tried-and-true trucker jacket fashion, chest and hip pockets add utility and deliver storage space for your everyday carry, for good measure.

Either way, this stylish men’s denim jacket is a certified winner in my book, whether worn atop a pocket tee or paired with a light-wash chambray shirt — add in stretch chinos in a fall-approved tobacco hue, step into your new favorite pair of Blundstone boots (for instance), then take in the wonders of expertly crafted seasonal style.