Transitioning your wardrobe into Autumn – The Blazer

There is one item in my wardrobe that is guaranteed to make me feel pulled together and a little bit chic and that’s my blazer. It has the power to turn my ‘mum kit’ of jeans and a tee into a slick outfit that’s ready for almost every occasion. The blazer is everyone woman’s secret weapon. Do you ever have a ‘nothing to wear’ day? Throw on your blazer with a pair of jeans and loafers and you’re good to go. With temperatures starting to drop and a little chill creeping into the air, there couldn’t be a better time to get your blazer out. And let’s not forget that this isn’t a seasonal item, it’s an all year round wardrobe staple, so it is worth investing if you can. And when I say ‘invest’ I don’t just mean your pennies, it’s your time too. Finding a blazer that works for your shape can take time. Do you prefer the oversized look, or do you like it to nip you in at the waist? I tend to favour more fitted shapes because I am petite and anything too boxy drowns my frame, but if you are tall then you can carry off  the oversized look. Here are a few ways to style… All images via Pinterest

LOOK 1

Blazer Joseph / T-shirt Topshop / Jeans Frame / Basket bag Etsy

Blazer Next  / White Tee Rag and Bone / Skinny Jeans Mango / Gazelles 

Blazer Mango (sale)/ Black Top Whistles / Jeans Frame  / Boots

I have had a really good shop around to create this edit of my favourites, all available to buy now.

Next – £45

Mango – £69.99

Zara – £79.99

Zara – £69.99

Theory – Was £395 Now £158

Isabel Marant – £695

Isabel Marant – £360

Me + Em – £249

Miss Selfridge – £39

(I am going to order one of these from Miss Selfridge, I sent this Topshop blazer below back, it was just a little too big for my frame.)

Miss Selfridge – £45

Miss Selfridge – £45

This season’s coveted ‘Madeleine’  blazer by Anine Bing keeps selling out, but you can ask to be notified when it’s back in stock. I think I will probably try one of the Miss Selfridge blazers first.

Anine Bing – €315

ASOS – £70

Pimp Your Blazer

I fell in love with these Godert Pins at a press day and cannot wait to get my hands on a set. Such a cool way to add a little something special to your blazer, or indeed any jacket you have. They would make a lovely gift for a girlfriend too.

Godert Pins

Godert Pins – Very Exclusive

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Thanks for reading and happy blazer shopping!

Love,

Chloe x

*The Blazer I am wearing in the cover photo is Helmut Lang, bought from The Outnet a few years ago. *