How to Style a Blazer: 18 Outfits From Casual to Office

A good blazer is the shortcut to looking put together. Thrown over a tee, it upgrades casual; worn with trousers, it covers business casual; over a dress, it handles dinners and events.

The blazers worth owning

• Navy: the most versatile for men and women
• Black: sharp, evening-friendly
• Camel or beige: relaxed, great with denim
• Oversized or boyfriend cut: modern casual
• Unstructured (soft shoulders): comfortable, smart casual

Fit checks

• Shoulder seams sit at your shoulder (or slightly beyond for oversized).
• Sleeves end around your wrist bone, letting a bit of shirt show if wearing one.
• You can button it without pulling.

Casual

1. Blazer + white tee + straight jeans + sneakers
2. Oversized blazer + hoodie + wide-leg jeans
3. Blazer + striped top + denim skirt + loafers
4. Camel blazer + cream knit + light jeans
5. Blazer + graphic tee + black jeans (cool, not corporate)

Office

1. Navy blazer + white shirt + grey trousers + loafers
2. Blazer + fine knit + tailored trousers
3. Blazer + turtleneck + midi skirt
4. Matching trouser suit + tee
5. Blazer + shirt dress + belt

Evening

1. Black blazer + slip dress + heels
2. Blazer worn closed as a top + wide-leg trousers
3. Velvet-look blazer + silk-look trousers
4. Blazer + satin cami + jeans

For men

1. Unstructured navy blazer + tee + chinos + white sneakers
2. Grey blazer + oxford + dark jeans + loafers
3. Blazer + turtleneck + charcoal trousers
4. Linen blazer + linen shirt + beige trousers (summer)

Easy styling tricks

• Push the sleeves up for a relaxed look.
• Drape it over the shoulders with an evening outfit.
• Belt it to define the waist (see belt trend).

Caring for blazers

Hang blazers on wide, shaped hangers so the shoulders keep their form, and empty the pockets so they don't sag. Brush wool after wearing and steam rather than iron. Dry clean only when needed; too much cleaning wears fabric faster.

Try it with your own closet

Ask Wardrobely's AI stylist "Show me three new ways to wear my navy blazer," and preview them with virtual try-on. For office looks, see work outfits for women and business casual for men.

Frequently asked questions

Can I wear a blazer with jeans?

Yes. A blazer with dark or straight jeans and a tee or knit is a classic smart casual outfit.

What should I wear under a blazer?

Tees, fine knits, turtlenecks, shirts, camisoles or nothing but a well-fitting bodysuit, depending on the occasion.

What color blazer is most versatile?

Navy, followed by black and camel. Navy works with almost every trouser and jean color.