However you decide to do it, just have fun with it! The return of the blazer this fall

BY LATIFA PINNOCK

I don’t know about you, but my closet can easily be separated into four different categories: casual, dressy, sweats and of course, blazers, they definitely need their own category!

These bad boys are arguably, the most versatile piece of clothing, and given the fact that you probably own one, or five classic blazers you probably know how easily a blazer can elevate your look.

Truth be told, blazers are a lifesaver, and there are so many ways to style them, no matter what look you’re trying to achieve, you can create a variety of looks, pairing your blazer with items you already have in your closet. Your favourite pair of denim, paired with a bright coloured blazer, matching pumps, and a tank top/ wife beater, would be a stylish yet comfortable fit for date night.

How about that floral summer dress that you bought 6 months ago? Casual Fridays at the office will never be the same again! That floral dress, yellow blazer and wedged heel, will have heads turning everywhere.

With fall slowly approaching, fall fashion trends are on display, and though trends come and go every season, the blazer is one of the few trends that can be styled more than one way. It is a must have for any season and everything you need to style your blazer is right there in your closet.

These multi-style beauties have taken on a league of their own. In 2020 they introduced the very fashionable, blazer dress, in a multitude of colours, and let me just say, bravo to the original creator(s). Blazers have never looked so sexy, and that classic blazer cut adds class and elegance to a very simple fit. The blazer dress is a must have item, and can also be repeated to create different looks.

This fall you can expect to see more neutral colours, prints will also be quite popular as well, and when in doubt, go for a full suit. Suits are perfect for any occasion.

Before the blazer, suit jackets were very popular, even for women. They provided a more tailored look and they were usually worn as a coordinate, with a matching pants/vest. Suits are for both formal and business events, where the choice of colour will convey the tone that you are trying to reflect, whereas blazers are more casual in look and fit, providing you with more room for breathability and layering. Even the details tend to be more casual: metal buttons, contrast stitching, and a ticket pocket, they are tailored to fit like a suit jacket and they are more affordable.

If you haven’t hopped on the blazer trend, simply because you don’t own a blazer or you weren’t quite sure how to style your blazer, I hope these little tips have inspired you to give it a try. If you are into thrifting, you can find dozens of options for under $30, and when thrifting, there is no telling what you will find.

However you decide to do it, just have fun with it.