Blazers are a great way to dress down without looking too casual, you’ll probably be somewhere between formal and casual while wearing a blazer which makes it a great choice for special occasions that aren’t strictly formal. There are several ways to style a blazer the best part is that it allows you to dress up to look more formal or dress down with jeans for a relaxed look.
If you’re looking for a shirt to wear with a blazer, we’ve got you covered. You don’t have to spend a fortune on an expensive dress shirt to look sharp. You can get the same effect from a simple long-sleeve tee.
The key is choosing one that fits well and feels comfortable. You don’t want one that’s too tight or too loose—it should be somewhere in the middle. If it’s too snug, it will restrict your movement and make you feel uncomfortable; if it’s too big, it’ll look sloppy and make you feel like you’re wearing pajamas (or even worse). If the shirt is made of cotton or another breathable material, that’s ideal because it will keep you cool in hot weather while still giving you enough coverage to wear underneath your blazer.
Another tip: Make sure your pants are tailored properly so they don’t bunch up around the waistline or sag at the bottom, which could cause them to become unruly when paired with a blazer (not very professional looking).
Shirts to Wear with a Blazer
How to wear a blazer with jeans?
Dark wash jeans pair well with blazers, you can combine them with a turtle neck during winter to look dressier. For a more casual style, you can wear it with a cotton t-shirt and light wash jeans. Avoid ripped jeans at any cost as it will look like a complete miss-match.
8 ways you can style in a leather blazer
Blue Blazer with Grey Trouser
Unlike a suit your trouser does not need to be the same color as the coat, to keep your style more elevated wear your navy blazer with grey pants and a white shirt. The style is perfect for parties and special occasions as it is closer to a more formal approach.
Sky Blue Shirt Under a Blazer
Chinos replace the formal grey pants and a light blue shirt comes in place of a white shirt, this style is more towards the casual side and a good way to dress up for hangouts with friends, weekend dinners, and leisure.
Brown Blazer with Navy Jeans and White Shirt
Dress down even further by replacing the chinos with slim-fit jeans, the shirt remains the same white the blazer is more of an earthy tone, perfect for a day look.
Cotton T-Shirt and Charcoal Blazer
Look sharp while commuting by wearing a blazer over your casual outfit, a solid cotton tone tee, light wash denim and a pair of leather shoes will look ideal with this combination.
Brown Blazer with Printed Shirt
Experiment with your style by trying different prints such as polka dots, floral, checks, and stripes. Make sure your blazer is solid color if you’re doing to wear it with this kind of shirt.
Maroon Blazer over Black T-shirt and Jeans
Most of the styles above are based on versatile combinations, this one is quite the opposite but in a good way. Drop jaws by wearing your maroon blazer with a black tee and jeans and you’re party-ready.
Black Turtle Neck Under a Check Blazer
Turtle necks are an excellent winter layer, plus they look quite preppy when worn under a blazer. You can complete the look with plain navy-blue jeans and a pair of tassel loafers.
All Black Look with a Leather Blazer
The leather blazer is our favorite on this list, it has the most luxurious appeal yet it’s casual. Wear it with a button-up shirt and black trousers for a formal look or wear it with jeans to look more casual.
What to Wear with a Blazer Female?
Types of Blazers
Single-Breasted
Single-breasted blazers are the most popular style out there. A single-breasted blazer (or jacket) is called ‘single-breasted’ because it has one column of buttons and a narrow overlap of fabric.
Usually, they have two or three buttons; one or four buttoned jackets are rare. The lapels are one of the most changeable details of the jacket, so there is not just one type of lapel for this type of blazer.
A single-breasted blazer is a perfect partner for another closet staple: a pair of well-fitting jeans. Layer your blazer over a graphic t-shirt. Single-breasted blazers are great for pairing with graphic tops, because the lapels won’t cover the print. Finally, sneakers are great to finish this look.
Double-Breasted
Double-breasted blazers are the younger sister to single-breasted blazers. Double-breasted blazers have two visible parallel rows of buttons and a wider overlap of fabric. Typically, these blazers have one to four rows of two buttons each.
On most modern double-breasted blazers, one column of buttons is decorative, while the other is functional. They also have a jigger, or anchor button, on the inside of the blazer.
A double-breasted blazer is the perfect statement piece for any outfit. Wear one with a simple base like a denim mini skirt and a bodysuit. The contrast of colors and styles will make the blazer pop. Finish with summery heels and you are ready to go.
Peplum
A peplum blazer is, basically, a blazer with a short flared, gathered, or pleated strip of fabric attached at the waist. Think Dior’s 1947 New Look with a white, peplum blazer and black A-line skirt. This type of blazer gives the illusion of an incredibly cinched waist and an hourglass figure.
Peplum blazers can be single or double-breasted. These blazers are usually worn buttoned to preserve their shape. This also allows more room for peplum blazers to be worn without a shirt or blouse underneath.
Try wearing an off-white peplum blazer with a pair of mini-flare pants in a similar shade. The simplicity of the pants will give the blazer room to shine. Then add a pair of pointed-toe mule heels in an animal print.
Complement the rest of the look with tortoiseshell accessories, like sunglasses and earrings. The animal print and tortoiseshell will give the outfit more depth and texture.
Draped
Draped blazers, also known as waterfall blazers, are the most casual type of blazer on this list. They are named for the way in which the fabric hangs from the shoulders and over the waistline.
Generally, draped blazers are always open and don’t have any buttons. At the most, they can have a tie to close the blazer if necessary.
Throw a navy blue draped blazer on top of a simple, brown body-con dress. The blazer adds movement to the look and it’s the perfect light layer for summer. Dress the outfit up with a pair of brown sandal heels and a matching brown bag.
What to Wear With a Blazer?
Wear it with… a crop top
Blazers now come in all shapes and sizes. So, let’s start with a cool, new fit. Start off with a simple base: a black crop top and mint green mom jeans. A cropped green tweed blazer is the perfect statement piece that takes this outfit to the next level. Keep it casual with a pair of white sneakers.
Accessorize with matching items: gold & green earrings, super trendy green sunglasses, and a cute green handbag.
Wear it with… a tank top
For this outfit, I took inspiration from the effortlessly poised and endlessly chic French girl aesthetic. Go back to basics and wear a white tank top with a pair of medium-wash relaxed-fit jeans. Then, throw on a single-breasted black blazer.
For shoes, black ballet flats with golden details are the perfect classic pairing for this look. Finish with a neutral accessory, like a structured purse in cream.
Wear it with… a t-shirt
Sometimes, all you want to wear is a t-shirt. With this in mind, I’ve created an outfit for edgy girls who want to wear a blazer without looking preppy or stuffy.
Take a lilac t-shirt, or a t-shirt you love in your favorite color, and pair it with a simple black skort. As mentioned earlier, blazers now come in every fit, size, color, and fabric imaginable. Seize this opportunity and go for a faux-leather black blazer in a relaxed fit. It will add a little bit of edge to the look and won’t take away from the comfort of the t-shirt. A pair of black combat boots are the perfect shoes for this outfit.
Accessorize with a fun pair of earrings, like these flower ones in yellow and lilac, and add matching sunglasses. Here, I exemplified it with yellow sunglasses. Finalize with a black leather shoulder bag.
Wear it with… a white t-shirt
White tees are classic. They go with any look and when in doubt, they can save any outfit from disaster. And they are, naturally, a blazer’s best friend.
For this colorful look, start with a simple base: use a white tee with a pair of off-white high-waisted jeans. Throw on a royal blue blazer to give the look the pop of color it needs. For shoes, continue the blue tones with strappy blue heels.
Accessorize with gold jewelry, like a wrap-around ring, a signet ring with a blue stone, and a simple gold chain necklace. Finish it off with a structured cream purse to tie everything together.
Wear it with… a turtleneck top
Okay, I’m leaning into fall with this one, but I want you to be prepared for every occasion. Turtlenecks and blazers have been working together since the beginning.
An orange turtleneck shirt and a camel double-breasted blazer go perfectly together. For pants, bell-bottom jeans will elongate your legs and give the look a ’70s vibe. Add texture to the outfit with animal print booties. A brown scrunched tote with a golden chain will finish the look perfectly.
Wear it with… shorts
From fall, we jump to summer. This is a day-to-night type of look that’s perfect for warm weather. A black square-neck bodysuit (a swimsuit works too!) teams with a classic pair of medium-wash denim shorts for the perfect combo to tackle hot summer days.
Use a green and blue tartan blazer as a light layer in case you catch a chilly summer breeze. (Bonus: This blazer is even more amazing in the fall season!) Use a gold layered necklace to give the look a little bit of shine. Finally, a pair of classic blue Converse will get you comfortably through the day.
Wear it with… a mini-skirt
Hot days are just around the corner. That means the return of mini-skirts, florals, and bright, pastel colors. And a bold, colorful outfit like this is certain to brighten your day.
An oversized blazer in pastel yellow is an amazing staple to own for spring and summer. For the base of the look, wear an orange one-shoulder top with a floral mini-skirt. The floral pattern is in yellow and orange, so it will tie everything together nicely.
Mule heels are super trendy now. Try wearing orange mules to coordinate with the rest of the look. A cute pair of floral orange earrings and an orange shoulder bag are the perfect finishing touches.
