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The blazer is a universal closet essential. Stylish, sleek and versatile, it’s a piece that can bring you from your desk, to cocktails (and beyond).
But not all blazers work for every figure. Whether you sport a Rectangle or an Apple body shape, we have blazer suggestions that’ll fit you to a T.
Inverted Triangle
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IRO oversized crepe blazer, £320 (S$554), from Net-a-Porter
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Wear this alabaster jacket made in crepe with its matching tapered pants for a sexy yet elegant feel.
Gucci crystal-embellished wool-blend bouclé-tweed jacket, £3,130 (S$5,517), from Net-a-Porter
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This tweed embellished number worn with a pair of tailored trousers is a great, but subtle, style statement.
Zara draped lapel blazer, S$89.90
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Inject life into your mundane work wear by weaving this loose-fitting red blazer into your office ensemble. It can fancy-up an LBD.
Mango striped oversized linen blazer, S$159
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The soft and flowy linen fabric of this oversized blazer will keep you cool in our sweltering weather. Style this with a white tank top, a pair of denim shorts and some tan sandals when you’re heading out for brunch with your girlfriends on the weekend.
Your Body: Broader shoulders than your hips and waist.
Avoid: Numbers with large or oversized shoulder pads. They’ll add emphasis on your already broader top.
Go for: Slouchy blazers that will soften your frame. You can also go for collarless blazers as the lines are clean and feminine.
Rectangle
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Saint Laurent linen blend blazer, US$3,219 (S$4,413), from Matchesfashion
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This Saint Laurent blazer could be demure, or rock ‘n’ roll, depending on what you wear with it. We say try it with a sheer chiffon blouse and a black leather mini skirt.
Gucci houndstooth wool blend blazer, US$2,865 (S$3,928), from Matchesfashion
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Paying homage to the maison’s heritage styles is this Gucci blazer, which we’d love to see with a carmine red blouse and a navy blue trousers.
H&M linen blazer, S$74.95
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Sleek. Casual. Affordable. Need we say more. Wear it with skinny jeans or even sheer leggings if you want to go bold.
Zara double breasted blazer, S$179
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So ‘now’, we can’t take it. Wear with a neatly pressed white shirt and a black pleated midi skirt.
Your Body: Shoulders, waist and hips are all around the same size.
Avoid: Oversized and slouchy pieces — you’ll look like you’re swimming in too much material.
Go for: Long nipped-at-the-waist blazers with hemlines that fall past your rear. They’ll elongate your overall silhouette, providing definition and volume for your relatively straight shape.
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Pear
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Veronica Beard checkered cotton-blend blazer, £605 (S$1,04), from Net-a-Porter
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Don’t you see Alicia Silverstone circa ‘Clueless’? We adore it! Match it to some black tailored pants to make it more work-appropriate.
Alexander McQueen structured wool blazer, £1,245 (S$2,154), from Net-a-Porter
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This structured wool blazer by Alexander McQueen is all sharp lines, and will amp up your power-woman vibes. Wear this with a silky pussybow blouse and a pair of matching trousers.
Mango structured cotton blazer, S$79.90
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This blazer comes in striking scarlet, a number that will spice things up in your closet. Wear this bold piece with a soft white something underneath.
Zara checkered blazer, S$69.90
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Checks, please! Always a classic. Wear it with matching pants for a chic vibe.
Your body: Shoulders and waist are narrower than hips.
Avoid: Blazers that end at your bum, or accompanied with heavy embellishments at the hem. They’ll highlight your peach bottom — but not in a good way.
Go for: Structured blazers, as they will add more volume to your upper body, which will help to balance out your curvier derriere. Also go for pieces with printed details, like checks or houndstooth, as the designs will aid in drawing the eye upwards, towards your delicate collarbones and fine-looking face.
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Stella McCartney double-breasted snake jacquard blazer, US$1,210 (S$1,659), from Matchesfashion
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This double breasted blazer has an unconventional edge — its sleek sharp lines are juxtaposed by the flowy material, as well as the subtle snake skin jacquard details. Wear with flare pants and an easy-looking top.
Max Mara stretch wool crepe blazer, £1,270 (S$2,198), from Net-a-Porter
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Go for this long-line slouchy jacket for a laidback vibe. Sharpen this relaxed look up by styling the blazer with a midi pencil skirt and a shirt.
H&M shawl collarless blazer, S$74.95
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Featuring a grey shade and scrunched up sleeves, this style will allow you to show off a sleek timepiece, a delicate gold chain bracelet and a cocktail ring.
Zara blazer with pockets, S$89.90
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Contrast this bold piece (we love the snap-button fastening too!) with a muted-coloured number and a pair of mid-heel sandals.
Your body: Shoulders and hips are narrower than waist.
Avoid: Short blazers that end at your waistline as this will make your tummy the focal point.
Go for: Draped blazers made of a lightweight material. These silky pieces will help to conceal without weighing you down. Since the objective is to draw the eye away from your midsection, also choose blazers with peak lapel details to bring the gaze upwards.
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Tibi belted woven blazer, £525 (S$908), from Net-a-Porter
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Slip into this super stylish belted blazer with a pair of straight-cut trousers. You’ll look like you mean business.
Albus Lumen single breasted linen blazer, US$437 (S$599), from Matchesfashion
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Inspired by the ceramic works of Pablo Picasso, the chocolate-coloured piece with beige tortoiseshell-effect buttons is fun, but still all business. Wear this figure-flattering piece with a V-neck top and a pencil skirt.
H&M blazer with belt, S$94.95
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We love a ring detail, which adds an interest point to this black blazer. Soften your outfit further by wearing this with a floral number.
H&M blazer with tie waist detail, S$139
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Featuring a buttery and shiny upper, this sleek-looking number has a feminine twist thanks to its obi-tie belt. Great with some skinny jeans and booties.
Your Body: Shoulders and hips are balanced, while waist is relatively small.
Avoid: Boxy blazers. Choose to highlight your natural curves.
Go for: Blazers with tie-waist details, cinches at the waist, or peplum details that’ll accentuate your fiercely feminine physique.
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