The Eton Jacket is a stylish, cropped jacket that originated from Eton College in England. This jacket became popular in the early 20th century and has been a fashion staple for men ever since. The Eton Jacket also goes by the name of the waistcoat jacket or the cropped jacket. It is similar to a blazer, but has a shorter length and a more structured fit. The Eton Jacket is a versatile piece of clothing that can be worn for formal occasions, or dressed down for a more casual look. Other synonyms for the Eton Jacket include the schoolboy jacket, the college jacket and the Oxford Jacket.