Style guide
How to wear a blazer casually
A blazer makes jeans and a T-shirt look put together in seconds. Here’s how to wear one without looking like you’re going to a meeting.
By Style Finder · Updated 26 October 2026
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- Choose an unstructured or relaxed blazer in navy, grey, camel or black.
- Pair it with one casual piece: jeans, a T-shirt or trainers.
- Push the sleeves up or wear it open for a relaxed look.
- Leave the matching trousers at home.
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Five easy formulas
- Blazer, white T-shirt, dark jeans, white trainers.
- Blazer, fine knit, chinos, loafers.
- Blazer, hoodie, joggers, trainers (for a street-style twist).
- Blazer, striped top, wide-leg jeans, flats.
- Blazer over a slip dress with trainers or ankle boots.
Which blazers work
Unstructured blazers with soft shoulders, in cotton, linen, jersey or relaxed wool, are the easiest to wear casually. Oversized cuts work well with slim jeans; fitted ones with straight or wide trousers.
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