A classic blazer is a great wardrobe choice in terms of both form and function. Not only is it chic to look at; it also suits different styles and different occasions! It adds a dramatic touch to an outfit, so even if you are in casual jeans and a basic white shirt, you’ll still look like you made an effort to dress up.
The following celebrities also turned to blazers to bring out eye-catching getups. Scroll down to get some styling ideas:
1. Dress up your distressed boyfriend jeans and collared shirt combo with a long blazer.
Lucy Mecklenburgh at a Petits Bisous Boutique party in London, England, on February 13, 2014
Actress Lucy Mecklenburgh attends a party in distressed boyfriend jeans and a collared shirt. She made her boyfriend jeans look like they belonged to a formal party by teaming it up with a blazer. To further dress up the look, she accessorized with a pair of pumps and went for a metallic clutch.
Get this:
DSQUARED2 Floral-Button Blazer, $1,387.06
Wear it with:
Dolce & Gabbana Distressed Skinny Jeans, $655
Adeam Contrast Leather Collar Shirt, $785
Pollini Snakeskin Effect Pumps, $612.28
Diane von Furstenberg Clutch Bag, $262.76
Vickisarge Crystal-Embellished Necklace, $1,086.07
2. Pick a printed shorts suit to lengthen your legs.
Victoria Justice at Cartoon Network’s Hall of Game Awards at The Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, on February 15, 2014
If a blazer has a matching pair of shorts, go buy it. The pairing will lengthen your silhouette. You can also mix and match the pieces with other clothes in your wardrobe. The blazer can work with denim pants or pleated skirts, and the shorts can get a lot of wear during summer.
Get this:
Christian Lacroix Vintage Striped Short Suit, $772.05
Wear it with:
Pollini Patent Leather Pumps with Marbled Heels, $607.63
Rocio Candy Clutch, $495
3. Lose the inner shirt, and pair your blazer with matching trousers.
Suki Waterhouse at Harvey Weinstein’s pre-BAFTA party at Little House in London, England, on February 15, 2014
Suki Waterhouse chose to cover up in only her blazer. It was a daring outfit, but with the trousers and the oversized coat, it did not look trashy at all. Amp up the model off-duty vibe by wearing lace-up booties.
Get this:
Veronique Branquinho Two-Button Blazer, $1,036.17
Wear it with:
Veronique Branquinho Belted Straight-Leg Trousers, $482.76
DSQUARED2 Single-Breasted Coat, $1,862.67
Nanette Lepore “Tie Me Up” Booties, $398
4. Finish off your preppy look with a blazer.
Karolina Kurkova at the Rag & Bone show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2014 in New York City on February 7, 2014
Karolina Kurkova added a touch of preppy by wearing a sweater over her collared shirt. She polished it off with a pink blazer.
Get this:
DSQUARED2 Buttoned Blazer, $1,239.87
Wear it with:
DSQUARED2 Cropped Skinny Jeans, $407.57
Dolce & Gabbana Classic Fit Shirt, $395
Saint Laurent Knitted Sweater, $642.30
Nicholas Kirkwood Zigzag Pumps, $750
5. Wear a boxy blazer over a loose sweater.
Ashley Tisdale seen leaving Toast Bakery after having lunch with Shenae Grimes in California on February 4, 2014
Ashley Tisdale kept it easy in a loose striped sweater worn under a boxy blazer. Like the former High School Musical actress, you can wear this with a pair of skinny jeans and printed booties.
Get this:
Helmut Lang Structured Blazer, $700.59
Wear it with:
Saint Laurent Skinny-Fit Jeans, $463.04
Pinko Striped Top, $145.98
Lanvin Wedge Ankle Boots, $956.61
6. Wear a coat over your blazer.
Solange Knowles at Playboy’s 60th anniversary party at the Bud Light Hotel Lounge in New York City on February 1, 2014
A coat over your blazer? Yes, it will work. Take it from Solange Knowles, who tried this look for an event. A double-breasted coat is a great choice, especially if it has the same color as the blazer.
Get this:
Isabel Marant Classic Blazer, $847.78
Wear it with:
Nili Lotan Double-Breasted Coat, $1,010
Proenza Schouler Stonewash Cropped Jeans, $274.44
Anne Valerie Hash Six Shirt, $403.67
Schutz Irma Ankle-Strap Pumps, $180
Dannijo Izzie Necklace, $795
Try these styling ideas if you get bored with your usual blazer ensemble.
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