The Best Blazers for Fall and How To Wear Them Successfully

I’ve experienced a rather illustrious style journey when it comes to blazers. Beginning at the bright-eyed, bushy-tailed age of seven (a.k.a. when I looked like a miniature Whoopi Goldberg), I was frequently decked to the nines in ribbed sweaters and velvet blazers adorned with brooches of my own choosing. Later, when I started attending a preparatory high school with a uniform, I began to see blazers more as a means of sartorial restriction instead of a viable option for stylistic expression. By the time I was in college, though, I was able to overcome this bias, finding it liberating to pair unbuttoned, oversized blazers with corsets or bodysuits for a night out.

Nowadays I tend to throw a blazer over a T-shirt and jeans without much thought. And while I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that, given my history as a self-proclaimed blazer chameleon, I’d say I’m due for a transformation. Blazer season, after all, is upon us. Keep scrolling if you’re curious about the new blazer identities I’m considering. Perhaps you’ll even find one for yourself.

Textural

**Zara** blazer, **Reformation** sweater, **Topshop** trousers, **New Balance** sneakers, **George Keburia** sunglasses, **BY FAR** bag, **Lizzie Fortunato** necklace **Zara** blazer, **Reformation** sweater, **Topshop** trousers, **New Balance** sneakers, **George Keburia** sunglasses, **BY FAR** bag, **Lizzie Fortunato** necklace

This look was undoubtedly inspired by my newfound infatuation with blues of the sky, baby and periwinkle varieties — but also, my dream of looking polished enough for a board meeting while simultaneously feeling cozy enough to indulge in a long nap. This corduroy blazer satisfies all of the above. I decided to add a sweater and dad sneakers to maximize comfiness, plus flare pants with an elastic waistband for good measure. To top things off, I’ve deployed my tried-and-true accessory roster: skinny shades, a mini bag and a singular piece of statement jewelry.

Staple

**Eloquii** blazer, **Eloquii** dress, **Camper** boots, **Little Liffner** bag, **Prada** hat, **Crap Eyewear** sunglasses **Eloquii** blazer, **Eloquii** dress, **Camper** boots, **Little Liffner** bag, **Prada** hat, **Crap Eyewear** sunglasses

In my mind, black blazers are the textbook example of a wardrobe staple, which is perhaps why find them less than inspiring. Since I’m not one to shy away from a challenge, though, I attempted to recalibrate my thinking by styling a non-boring metaphorical outfit with one. I immediately gravitated to neon accessories because they exude frivolity and thus counteract any remnants of hyper-practicality. To finish things off, I thought this graphic dress would be the ideal addition, bridging the gap between aesthetically pleasing and pragmatic.

Checked

**Ganni** blazer, **Theory** skirt, **Free People** boots, **Atelier Mimii** bag, **Poppy Lissiman** sunglasses **Ganni** blazer, **Theory** skirt, **Free People** boots, **Atelier Mimii** bag, **Poppy Lissiman** sunglasses

I’m quite fond of wearing a blazer as a top because of the sensual sliver of décolletage its neckline permits. I’m equally fond of pairing a midi skirt with a pair of tall boots, thus concealing my legs completely. I decided to embrace the spirit of Doublemint Gum and double my pleasure by marrying both of these proclivities. Due to the combination of earthy tones and sumptuous fabrics (read: satin, wool and butter leather), I imagine this look would make me feel like an eccentric professor of environmental science, and I couldn’t be more thrilled about that.

Which blazer identity has your vote? I’ll be waiting patiently in the comments below.

Collages by Louisiana Mei Gelpi.