Blazers are quintessential fashion pieces everyone needs to invest in. What’s a pair of trousers without its upper companion, anyway?

In today’s day and age, blazers come in an assortment of styles, weights and colours. So there is no excuse for not having this investment buy hanging in your closet.

From the office to the casual, everyday walk about town – this is one piece that you’ll be able to experiment with no matter the occasion. There are, however, quite a few blazer mishaps making the rounds, so let’s chat about some basic guidelines, shall we?

First things first…
Before considering a blazer style, you need to first and foremost make sure that you’re getting the size correct! To know if the blazer is a perfect fit or not is to pay close attention to the shoulders: any indentations between your shoulder and the top seam of the blazers will be the first indication that the size may just be a tad too big for you (unless that’s the look you’re going for).

Dos and don’ts:

• It’s a standard rule that the hem should hit around your thumb knuckle – it will just-just cover your bottoms.
• The fit should be able to comfortably accommodate layers (especially on those chilly days).
• Play around with fabrics, colours and patterns to make the blazer the focal point
• Invest in more than one blazer over time to not overwear the only one you have. This will help maintain the longevity of the item.

Styling The Boyfriend Blazer

If you’re planning to look polished, but not too severe, then a chic yet relaxed-looking boyfriend blazer will do the trick as it pairs fabulously with fitted jeans and a simple tee or vest.

This doesn’t mean you can’t dress it up too, though. Swap out your jeans for pleather jeggings, add a pair of high-heeled boots or stilettos and you’re ready for your big night out. Change the look by cinching the blazer at the waist with a narrow belt.

Styling The Longer-Length Blazer

If you have opted for a longer-length version extending below the hips, and want to wear it with a dress, ensure that the hemline is lower than the jacket. If you’re on the shorter side, wearing a longer-length jacket with flats creates the illusion of a very short leg, so break out your heels for a sleek silhouette.