fredag 27 april 2012

Wardrobe essentials: The oversized blazer

Whatever it's called (oversized, boyfriend etc), it's an important essential in my (and in anyones) wardrobe. It can work as a blazer, obviously, but also as a coat. It can dress down an elegant outfit or dress up a casual one.


I love wearing it with tight, light colored jeans, heels and a t-shirt, but it works really well with short feminine dresses too. When buying one, make sure it fits. If it is too large, you’ll end up looking like you’ve dropped in from the 80’s (especially watch out for too broad shoulders). If it’s too small you’ll look ridiculous. Also, because it’s a wardrobe essential, it’s smart to look for a style that is classic and not too large, and make sure it's not made from a cheap or a super trendy material.


Black is always a safe, and also perhaps the best choice since it will work with all the trendy and unique stuff you otherwise have in your wardrobe. Be careful with wearing other loose fitting clothes with it, or you’ll end up looking bulky. Also watch out for combining it with other strong masculine clothes, unless you are going for a very manly look on purpose.


The pictures are from Glamour magazine, Stockholm Streetstyle and Fashionvibes blog.

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