The New Classic
By Rose King
Monday 2nd November 2009
Monday 2nd November 2009
One has heard this statement time and time again, “All women should have the following articles of clothing in their wardrobe…”. Today, there seems to be no stopping fashion magazines, stylists, blogs and books from telling everyone about the “essential” foundation pieces for a woman’s wardrobe (the pieces that will always remain in style and are typically appropriate for any and all occasions). The little black dress, the classic trench, and the cashmere cardigan sweater-set are some of the pieces that fall under this description. These particular articles of clothing have been on the list of indispensible attire for decades, surviving and surpassing all recent fads and trends. Nevertheless, there is always time for a new addition - and the boyfriend blazer provides a perfect set of reasons to why it is becoming the most recent and modern addition to the world of classic, essential wardrobe pieces.
Over the last few years the boyfriend jacket has been back from the fashion grave - the last time of its great influence was back in the 80s. Now without the bulky retro shoulder pads, the boyfriend blazer offers the chance for one to sport a chic, effortless look, for both day and night. This particular fashion season it has come back as a piece that offers an essence of menswear - long and oversized.
One of the greatest attributes of owning a boyfriend blazer is its versatility. It is one of those pieces that if paired with other appropriate clothing, can be something one wears in the office during the day and later goes out with in the evening. To make this look appear fresh, one can pair their blazer with a pair of skinny jeans and a graphic tee, or leggings and boots for the ultimate casual look. One could also put it over a pant suit or a dress for a night out on the town. The boyfriend blazer's ability of making an outfit feminine one moment during the day and chic at night is the perfect, striking contrast.
Even though this season’s boyfriend blazer is providing an androgynous, menswear look and feel for all those fashionistas out there - a well-tailored, black blazer is the essential piece to add to one’s closet. Yes, one will find an assortment of blazers out in stores - everything from designs with tartan, sequins and velvet - but one will see that owning a simple, black blazer will be that necessary piece that one will return to season after season after season. Its sophisticated, natural look is irrefutable.
So push your little black dress aside and make room for a boyfriend blazer - it is that simple. One cannot go wrong with this piece, for it offers a comfortable, effortless look that is undeniably chic and sexy.
Over the last few years the boyfriend jacket has been back from the fashion grave - the last time of its great influence was back in the 80s. Now without the bulky retro shoulder pads, the boyfriend blazer offers the chance for one to sport a chic, effortless look, for both day and night. This particular fashion season it has come back as a piece that offers an essence of menswear - long and oversized.
One of the greatest attributes of owning a boyfriend blazer is its versatility. It is one of those pieces that if paired with other appropriate clothing, can be something one wears in the office during the day and later goes out with in the evening. To make this look appear fresh, one can pair their blazer with a pair of skinny jeans and a graphic tee, or leggings and boots for the ultimate casual look. One could also put it over a pant suit or a dress for a night out on the town. The boyfriend blazer's ability of making an outfit feminine one moment during the day and chic at night is the perfect, striking contrast.
Even though this season’s boyfriend blazer is providing an androgynous, menswear look and feel for all those fashionistas out there - a well-tailored, black blazer is the essential piece to add to one’s closet. Yes, one will find an assortment of blazers out in stores - everything from designs with tartan, sequins and velvet - but one will see that owning a simple, black blazer will be that necessary piece that one will return to season after season after season. Its sophisticated, natural look is irrefutable.
So push your little black dress aside and make room for a boyfriend blazer - it is that simple. One cannot go wrong with this piece, for it offers a comfortable, effortless look that is undeniably chic and sexy.