Men's blazers: stylish models and features of choice

It has long been noticed that any jacket favorably completes the image, so many men prefer a blazer to a windbreaker as a casual outerwear for cool summer days.

A men's blazer is an informal blazer that is not part of a set. The peculiarity of the model is that you can choose any pair for it, be it trousers, jeans or even shorts. Distinctive details of the blazer are:

• contrasting buttons;
• patch pockets with or without flaps;
• length not reaching the upper thigh line.

Jeans are considered the most successful pair for an informal jacket, followed by trousers. The color and style of the blazer should correspond to the nature of the life situation.

• Models without unnecessary decorative elements, in monochromatic colors (dark gray, white, black, traditional blue) paired with classic jeans and trousers to create irresistible outfits in a business style.

• Casual blazer it is distinguished by freedom of style: it can be shortened, with patches and inserts and a full set of decorative elements. In combination with it, jeans of an unusual cut, with embroidery or ripped ones will make the image bold and memorable.

• Evening models come with a minimum of decor and are made of textured materials such as velvet, brocade, velor and others. Expensive classic jeans paired with an evening blazer will reflect an extravagant look.

The first blazer was a uniform double-breasted sailor's jacket made of thick cloth with a double-breasted fastener (for chest insulation), with 6 copper buttons with an anchor image, arranged in 2 rows. On the back of the back there were 2 slots at the bottom - for freedom of movement. The duty of the sailors included daily rubbing of the buttons to a shine, hence the name of the blazer - blaze, from the English word "sparkle, shine".

The sailor jacket and white officer's tunic became the inspiration for the stylists of the time. They came up with the idea of ​​creating a fashionable jacket with a nautical theme. Having become a fashionable element of the wardrobe, the blazer was used as a uniform for members of elite sports clubs. It looked like this:

• color - dark blue (keeping in touch with the sea);
• fastener - double-breasted, buttons in 2 rows;
• material - wool, tweed;
• style - straight or fitted;
• decor - brass buttons with an anchor on the hem and sleeves, an emblem on the breast pocket (symbol of organization), 2 side slots on the bottom of the back, patch pockets with or without flaps;
• collar - wide turn-down, with rectangular or pointed lapels;
• length - medium.

The sleek club jacket was taken as the basis for a trendy navy blue blazer with a nautical theme. The model in a modern classic style is made with a quantitative limitation of decorative elements. Modern manufacturers have almost abandoned anchor buttons, believing that they are old-fashioned, and replaced them with silver, gold, mother-of-pearl.

This model looks more informal than a classic blazer, but stricter than a sports jacket. In addition to restrained colors, elements in the form of a large Scottish cell and a wide strip are acceptable.

A blazer is not a suit jacket, it does not require a strict pair. It comes in 2 types - double-breasted and single-breasted. The double-breasted model is supposed to be worn buttoned, the single-breasted one is optional. Business style involves sewing products in restrained colors. Recommended combinations with the bottom pair:

• classic white pants paired with a navy blazer - a basic combination that brings aristocracy to the image;

• white classic blazer plus white dress pants - bow for special occasions;

• a discreet contrasting bundle is recommended with jeans - if the top is light, the bottom should be 1-2 tones darker, and vice versa;

• with chinos the color combination of the bottom and top is appropriate, as with jeans.

• Classic blazer made of fabrics that create a low sheen (tweed, wool, silk).

Office style limits the choice of clothing under the blazer to classic shirts. These models are distinguished by monochromatic restrained shades, long sleeves, rigid collar (under a tie). The main rule for choosing a shirt is a harmonious combination of color:

• a white shirt will match blazers in light colors (light beige, light gray and others);

• the blue palette goes well with a business model of any color, while maintaining a smooth contrast;

• a color print is considered inappropriate in a classic style, with the exception of a combination of a white blazer plus a light blue shirt with a small classic print;

• bright contrast is unacceptable in a business style, it will make the image defiant.

Strict business style can be completely destroyed by unsuitable shoes, therefore, its choice should be approached with special care:

• oxfords - shoes in discreet colors with a minimum amount of decorative elements are suitable for official ceremonial meetings, but it is better to choose black models;
• chelsea - shoes of English origin, they create a sophisticated silhouette;
• Derby - shoes with open lacing, in business style they are used in black and brown.

A sporty blazer is more informal than a business blazer. It is made of corduroy, suede, linen, denim and other fabrics. The single-breasted blazer can be worn open. In informal bows, a contrasting color combination is appropriate. For a blazer, things in a sporty style are more suitable:

• shirts - better sleeveless, with a wide variety of prints;
• T-shirts - with a polo collar, made of cotton jersey;
• turtlenecks - any color;
• jeans, chinos - any shades, but not matching the color of the blazer;
• tassel loafers, moccasins, trainers, two-tone brogues.

When choosing a blazer, you should be guided by the following rules:

• the product should not be too tight, but also should not hang on the figure, creating baggy;
• the line of the shoulder should not go beyond the line of the end of the humerus;
• the length of the sleeve should reach the middle of the wrist;
• a double-breasted blazer is worn buttoned;
• the blazer is fat, so it is better suited for thin men;
• classic cut is suitable for men of full physique, masking extra pounds;
• a fitted model will not look on tall young men who are too thin, because it will make the figure even thinner.

• Sporty version with contrasting details.

• Classic single-breasted blazer.

• Traditional corduroy design.

• Slim-fit single-breasted blazer.

• Evening double-breasted model.