Maybe you are unsure how to wear a blazer, but for $50 make your way to Newbury St. H&M and take a chance.
I have two of these. One that's darker grey and one that's lighter. $50 you can take a chance on all around looking better. Here are some quick tips for how and when to wear:
The Workplace:
Ok so maybe you don't have a job that requires you to wear a suit and tie, doesn't mean you should default to the same button-up and khaki's everyday. Add a blazer, light-colored patternd shirt, if you really danger a tie, and just to keep you in your comfort zone you can stick with khaki or slate colored pants
The Newbury st. Coffee date:
You probably like this chick, but somehow you got suckered into getting coffee at 2pm. Worse things have happened though, and it's a perfect time to swag on. Dark wash jeans, boat shoes, V-neck shirt (no patterns or stripes today) and a dark blazer. Casual. Sleek. Danger.
The Everyday:
I like to mix it up between collared shirts and deep-v's under my blazers. If you are wearing a collared shirt be sure to tuck it in, and also know where you are going because you are going to run the risk of looking overdressed (which doesn't exist, but if you are new to this "being fashionable" thing you might feel uncomfortable). If this is your first blazer keep it simple. Don't go wild with colors or stripes or accessories. Wear a decent watch, a simple shirt, clean pants and because it's spring a pair of Sperry's or if you're not there yet a classic white tennis shoe.
Make the blazer yours, own it, rock it, and swag on.
