Do you wear blazers for casual wear or work?

sapphirebride06 · August 2013

My birthday is coming up and my mom said she wanted ideas for what to buy me and I thought a nice blazer might be a good idea. I was thinking of going for a navy blue? Do you wear them? I wanted something I could wear for date night or something as well but would obviously work in a business setting. Do you have one and if so how do you wear/style it? I don't wear black often at all, and I figured navy would work best because I can already picture at least three outfits for different occasions. 1.) I could wear it with a silk green and navy patterned dress I have for a work party or dinner if necessary; 2.) Or with khaki slacks and a nice blouse or simple blouse and statement jewelry; 3.) and also wear it for non-work purposes with a fun blouse and jeans and heels for date night with H!

Just curious if I am thinking along the right lines. I have a black suit and a brown suit and both of course have a matching jacket but they aren't something I can wear like I'm imagining above. Thanks!!! And links/brands or even PIP would be appreciated! Thanks!

sapphirebride06 · August 2013

I would be thrilled to wear them that often soI will tell her to buy that if she wants! The one I am eyeing is navy blue and will be a cotton blend so definitely more casual!

thedash · August 2013

I have to wear one all the time for work but I have a few that I use for a casual outfit too. I like the dress and blazer combo. I also like a blazer with sleeves I can fold up to 3/4 length for a less formal look. Some have a cute lining that shows when you do this.

jd614 · August 2013

i do both! Jcrew has some great versatile blazers (the outlet sellls them as well) ... sleeves down more formal/worky...sleeves rolled up with the liner showing-->more sporty/fun for a night out!

financialdiva · August 2013

Check this article out

https://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2011/10/easy-styling-tip-throw-on-a-comfy-blazer-not-a-real-onea-comfy-one.html

I love the jcrew one

LoCarb · August 2013

I'm more of a cardigan girl. I have a couple light weight blazers and never wear them. After reading the article @financialdiva found they may need to be reintroduced into my wardrobe. I like the look paired with jeans.

financialdiva · August 2013

@privacywanted was the one who introduced me to this blog. I love it!

KL777 · August 2013

I don't wear blazers for casual purposes. I only wear them to work or church. For casual wear, I like to wear more sweaters, usually cardigan style. What you're describing though sounds nice.

sapphirebride06 · August 2013

Awesome thanks! I think I will get it then, thanks for the link too, I was googling last night and saw some other blogs too so I have a lot of ideas, thank you so much!

sapphirebride06 · August 2013

I wear cardigans all the time, but thought this would be a fun new piece to fit into my wardrobe. I will check out those links too - thanks you!!!

SparkySharky · August 2013

I wear blazers for work and casual. I'm curvier (read: large bust) and love Victoria's Secret clothes. They're stretchier which makes them fit curves better and also makes them really comfortable.

Jenny952 · August 2013

I have a couple blazers and love them. My favorite right now is a bright coral orange knit blazer. Surprisingly it goes with almost everything. I love how it makes my outfits a little more dressed up, so I feel good about wearing it with jeans to work, or over a sundress to church. I am a big fan.