Blazers are one of the main pillars of a great wardrobe. They can be worn a ton of different ways, whether for work or play, never go out of style and can elevate even the simplest of looks. They are the perfect layering piece to add over a variety of tops or dresses. You can be wearing pajamas underneath (not literally but sorta LOL) and when you throw a blazer on, it instantly provides the proper amount of professionalism to your outfit. Blazers can be worn with nearly any outfit you can imagine and there are a ton of different fits, prints, textures and fabrics to choose from to add something a bit more unique to your look. I’m rounding up a list of items that work perfectly under a blazer as well as some outfit ideas on how to style a blazer.
What To Wear Under a Blazer
There are a ton of things that you can wear under a blazer but the four main ones that I find the easiest to style are a camisole, a striped tee, a turtleneck and a button down blouse. Most people have some version of each of these in their closet and easily provide a ton of different ways to style your blazer.
Camisole
This is always my go-to when styling a blazer. A lace trim or simple silk camisole always looks great under a blazer. It can work for both daytime and evening depending on the rest of the outfit. I also love a tank top with a blazer but a camisole is a bit more elevated.
Striped tee
The tee can be long sleeves or short sleeves but a striped tee is a great styling option for a blazer. Obviously a white t-shirt seems like an automatic go-to, but I actually love a striped one more. Specifically a black blazer but it could work for a variety of solid color blazers. The t-shirt aspect adds a casual element to the look so it works perfectly with jeans.
Turtleneck
I love the classic combination of a turtleneck and blazer in the winter. You can choose a patterned turtleneck but I love a simple black turtleneck with a black blazer. The look is timeless.
Button down shirts
Out of all four options, a button down blouse will always be the most professional option. I personally prefer a silky and drapey button down blouse under a blazer because it tends to lay better and be more comfortable for me.
12 Blazer Outfits
Blazer | Sweater | Jeans | Flats | Belt (code: MAREE15) | Sunglasses | Bag (similar) | Earrings (code: MAREE15)
Plaid Blazer with Flats
Switch out the jeans for trousers or a pencil skirt and this outfit is the perfect workwear look. Or if you have a more business casual office, it can look great styled with a pair non-distressed straight leg denim.
Blazer (similar) | Camisole (similar) | Shorts (similar) | Bag (similar) | Sandals (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with Dress Shorts
It may seem a bit strange to pair a blazer with shorts but I love the look. Choose a pair of shorts with a longer length which will help balance out and elevate the look. Even if you opt for denim shorts (I will share an outfit idea later in this post), go for a pair that is longer and closer to mid thigh.
Blazer (similar) | Camisole (similar) | Jeans | Shoes
Colorful Blazer Outfit
You don’t always have to choose a neutral color for a blazer. Bright tones can be a fun way to bring color to your outfit without having to invest in anything else colorful. Let the blazer be the focus of the look and choose something simple like a white camisole and jeans to finish the look.
Blazer (similar) | Blouse (similar) | Jeans (similar) | Boots (similar) | Bag (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with a Printed Blouse
If all of your blazers are solid neutral colors but you want to add something a bit more to your look, choose a printed blouse. Again my preference is something more drapey and silky because I love the way it wears under the stiffness of a blazer.
Blazer (similar) | Turtleneck | Leggings | Shoes | Bag (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with Leather Leggings
As with the distressed jeans outfit, I love mixing something a bit more polished and conservative with something more edgy. A blazer is definitely a more professional piece but wearing a longer blazer over some faux leather leggings is a chic way to dress it up for evening.
Blazer (similar) | Tank (similar) | Pants (similar) | Shoes | Bag (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with Satin Pants
A look like this screams chic beach vacation or summer wedding guest. The satin pants dress up the look completely while the blazer adds a bit of polish. The right accessories can definitely make this more formal or more casual but the base (blazer+satin pants) is a super versatile look that can be worn to so many different occasions.
Blazer (discount code: MAREE15) | Turtleneck | Pants (similar) | Shoes | Bag (similar) | Belt | Sunglasses
Blazer with Faux Leather Pants
This is a slight twist on a regular blazer and is a mix between a blazer and a knit sweater/cardigan. It drapes beautifully and would be perfect to wear to the office or even with something more casual. Combining it with a different texture like faux leather gives the outfit much more dimension.
Blazer | Tee | Jeans | Shoes | Bag | Sunglasses | Necklace (discount code: MAREE20) | Belt
Blazer with Wide Leg Jeans
Wide leg jeans have taken over my closet and they are the easiest pair of jeans to wear with a blazer. This is because wide leg jeans most closely resemble trousers which is always a suitable option to wear with blazers.
Blazer | Dress (discount code: MAREE10) | Belt | Sandals | Bag (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer Belted Over a Tank Dress
This is actually the same blazer as the previous photo but I added a wrap belt to make it feel and look more like a top. I styled it over a fitted tank dress and it completely elevates the dress to a more professional level. A tank dress is a versatile piece you can wear all summer long whether to the office styled with a blazer or alone with sandals and a tote.
Blazer | Tee | Jeans | Sandals | Bag (similar) | Belt (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with Sandals
Blazers have replaced jackets for me in most instances so even when I’m wearing a casual outfit like a tee, jeans and sandals, a blazer can instantly complete the look. Blazers can look great worn with sandals though I would choose a slightly less structured type of blazer and one that drapes a bit to style with sandals or a more laid back style of shoe.
Blazer (similar) | Vest (similar) | Jeans | Belt (similar) | Sandals | Bag (similar) | Sunglasses
Blazer with a Vest
Blazers and vests have been a traditional workplace combination for years but I love giving the concept a modern update. A blazer and vest still look great together but it doesn’t have to give the effect of a 3 piece suit and can simply mimic the look of a blazer with a tank. Choose a blazer and vest that don’t necessarily match so it will look more like a v-neck tank underneath than a matching suit and vest.
Blazer (similar) | Tee | Jeans | Shoes (similar) | Bag | Sunglasses
Blazer with a Fitted White Tee
This outfit will forever be that I repeat season after season. A simple white blazer with a fitted white tee (I love a classic pima cotton tee!) is easy to replicate and change up with different accessories. Wear it with wide leg jeans, trousers, bermuda shorts, the possibilities are endless.
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