Blazers

Blazers for Women, From Office to Weekend

A good blazer is the fastest way to make an outfit look intentional. Our edit of blazers for women covers the classic one button cut, sharp double breasted styles, cropped and oversized shapes, and dressier versions in velvet, satin lapels and embellished details. Most sit between $40 and $70, and several come in full size ranges for plus size fits.

Because a blazer is built around structure, the right one depends on where you will wear it and how you like it to fit. Here is how to choose.

The Main Blazer Styles

• One button blazer: the cleanest, most versatile option, easy to wear open or closed.
• Double breasted blazer: two rows of buttons and a stronger shoulder, a little more formal and very polished.
• Oversized blazer: a relaxed, longer cut that looks deliberate over fitted pieces.
• Cropped blazer: ends at the waist, ideal with high waisted trousers, skirts and dresses.
• Statement blazers: velvet, plaid, leopard and embellished styles made for evenings and events.

How a Blazer Should Fit

Start with the shoulders. The seam should end right at your shoulder bone, because shoulders are the hardest part of a blazer to alter. With your arms relaxed, the sleeve should reach the base of your thumb. When buttoned, the front should lie flat without pulling into an X shape across your middle. If you want room for a knit underneath, or you like the relaxed look, go for an oversized blazer rather than sizing up a fitted one, since a fitted cut sized up only gets wider in the shoulders. Our size guide lists the measurements.

Who Each Style Suits

Shorter frames tend to look best in cropped or standard length blazers that keep the leg line visible. Taller frames carry longline and oversized cuts easily. If you want definition at the waist, a single breasted style worn buttoned does the most work. Plus size shoppers can find full size versions across the edit, along with more options in plus size.

How to Style a Blazer

• Smart casual: a black or plaid blazer with a white tee, straight jeans and loafers.
• Work: a double breasted blazer with matching trousers or wide leg pants.
• Evening: a velvet or embellished blazer over a slip or mini dress.
• Weekend: an oversized blazer thrown over a hoodie and leggings.

For more layers to pair it with, browse the full women's outerwear edit or our jackets.

Caring for Your Blazer

Hang it on a wide, shaped hanger so the shoulders keep their line. Spot clean small marks rather than washing the whole piece, and always follow the label: many structured blazers do best with a gentle hand wash or dry cleaning. Steam rather than iron velvet and satin lapels.

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Pick one versatile blazer in black, navy or plaid first, then add a statement style for evenings. Shipping is free on orders over $75.