Thursday, April 21, 2011

Post #47: Trend Report - Put on a Blazer

            It's official: Spring has finally come to Colgate. The flip flops, t-shirts, sundresses, and shorts have all come out and Spring Party Weekend has come and gone. However on the not so off chance that we have a cool breeze or slightly sub-part temperatures here in Hamilton (like we do today), you still need something to wear over that cute dress or casual tank.
            While jackets can be cute, this campus tends to sport a few too many North Faces. So in an effort to break out and not look like everyone else, try wearing a blazer instead of a jacket. This season stores such as Anthropologie, Madewell, and Urban Outfitters (as well as designers such as Alice & Olivia) are carrying a  wide variety of this versatile item.

Here are just a few of my favorites:


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The Essential Stretch Military Jacket by Express: If it looks like a blazer and fits like a blazer...they should just call it a blazer. Taking on a sporty edge, I would pair this with either shorts, jeans, or nice-fitting black pants. For a more edgy look, pair it with army green cargo pants. 



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The Linen Billy Boy Blazer by Alice + Olivia: Summer's fast approaching, which means that white is definitely wearable again. Alice + Olivia's website stylizes this blazer with an on-trend headscarf and pair of over-sized sunglasses, but it would look equally cute with a flouncy skirt in a bright or pastel color or a pair of striped shorts. 



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The Crisp Chambray Blazer from Anthropologie: I will admit that I own this blazer in a burnt orange color and have had the audacity to try it on in this color as well.  It's not only comfy, but extremely wearable. You can wear it with a printed t-shirt or a nicer cami. Personally I would wear it with jeans, a printed t-shirt, and maybe even a scarf. 



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The BDG Tara Classic Blazer from Urban Outfitters: Urban Outfitters never fails to style their clothing well in ads and online. That being said, pairing this light blazer over a cute skirt and top (or even a dress) is the perfect way to add a little extra warmth with a little extra style. 



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The Cooperative Cropped Verona Blazer from Urban Outfitters: This may be a little California for all of us city-goers, but in Hamilton, New York I'm tempted to say that anything goes. I could see it with jeans, cut-offs, or a skirt as shown above. Bandeau's are in this season too. If you feel inspired, go on and copy this. It may not be as warm as a North Face, but if there's only a slight breeze why wouldn't you wear it?



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The Silence & Noise Boyfriend Blazer from Urban Outfitters: I don't have this one, but let me tell you...a boyfriend blazer is one of the most versatile clothing pieces you can own. Whether it be subtly patterned (like this one) or a solid shade, you can pair it with just about anything. It's probably your warmest option if you want to replace your jacket with a blazer, especially if you want to pair it up with a dress. You can also try wearing a boyfriend blazer with leggings or jeggings.



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The Anda Cutaway Blazer by Alice + Olivia: The epitome of school-girl or hot professor chic, this blazer is one of the cutest I've seen this season. Pair it with a tank or a button-up and you'll be sure to look professional...or maybe professionally flirty. 



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The Film School Blazer from Madewell: This blazer just screams laid-back and collegiate to me. I wouldn't necessarily pair it with a skirt, but with shorts or jeans it gives just the vibe. This would be a perfect warming layer on a nice spring day. 



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The IRO Sequin Jacket from Free People: So it's not exactly a blazer based on its construction, but it definitely surpasses the "jacket" label. This is the perfect example of how blazers (and there are sequined ones out there) can be dressy. You could wear this over a little-black-cocktail dress or with jeans and a tank for a edgy rocker look. However you wear it (do exercise some discretion though, please) you'll be sure to be the most glam person in the room. 

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