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From basic office staple to the chicest spring outerwear option around, here’s why grey blazers have had an image uplift – and the best styles to shop.
In fashion’s master Venn diagram, trending pieces and classic basics don’t usually overlap. Think tie-dye v Breton stripes or sequins v silk. But, when an item manages to marry the two, it’s certain to create a sartorial moment. Enter: the grey blazer.
Thanks to the likes of Rihanna, Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid – who’ve worn their oversized, tailored jackets with everything from ripped jeans to full-look suits – what was once a bland layer hurriedly thrown over outfits to make them office appropriate has become the buzziest outerwear style of the season.
Perfect for spring, when wool coats have been retired under the bed but it’s not quite time to brave a single layer, worn oversized and generously shoulder-padded, it’s a brilliantly subtle nod to 90s tailoring. Here are the best styles to shop now…
AllSaints Aleida Tri Blazer
If black is your comfort zone, this dark grey isn’t far away, and it will give your outfits a cool tonal look. Wear with jeans and Birkenstock Bostons for weekends and add over the top of spring dresses for the office.
Monki Grey Structured Single-Breasted Blazer
With a very subtle herringbone pattern that adds texture without being overwhelmingly jazzy, this lightweight style has ‘slightly warm spring day’ written all over it.
Shop Monki Grey Structured Single Breasted Blazer at Monki, £45
The Frankie Shop Bea Single-Breasted Canvas Jacket
The trending blazer that kickstarted fashion’s recent infatuation with the oversized look, this canvas jacket is brilliantly structured, so it’ll sit perfectly over any base layer, whether that’s a logo sweatshirt or pinstriped shirt.
Shop The Frankie Shop Bea Single-Breasted Canvas Jacket at Matches Fashion, £290
& Other Stories Relaxed Single-Breasted Silk Blazer
The silk-linen mix of this blazer helps it feel more casual than typical styles. We’d wear it with a white T-shirt and rectangular 90s-style sunglasses.
Shop & Other Stories Relaxed Single-Breasted Silk Blazer at & Other Stories, £165
Uniqlo U Jersey Tailored Jacket
The jersey fabric gives this style a relaxed edge while still looking polished thanks to the structured, boxy silhouette. It would work just as well with long, wide-leg jeans and New Balance trainers as it would with a satin midi skirt and ankle-strap heels.
Whistles Slim Jersey Jacket
If you’d rather steer clear of oversized styles, this slightly more fitted jacket is for you. Made from malleable jersey, it’s comfortable but still office appropriate when worn with tailored linen trousers, chunky loafers and a striped, long-sleeved T-shirt.
Libertine-Libertine Sector Straight Fit Blazer
With a subtle wool finish, this is one for chilly days (which, unfortunately, are a lot of days at the moment). Matching bottoms will make it feel polished but, if you’d prefer something to offset it, add a pair of trending silver trousers.
Shop Libertine-Libertine Sector Straight Fit Blazer at John Lewis, £143
Zara Straight Oversize Grey Blazer
Shoulder pads are the star of the show here. We’d wear this jacket for big meetings when we want Power Suit Energy but still fancy feeling pared back. Add personality using accessories. Statement scrunchie, anyone?
Next Grey Relaxed Double-Breasted Blazer
The double-breasted fit of this classic blazer adds a vintage feel that, when teamed with a pair of flared jeans and stacked platforms, will whisper 70s references without being overtly retro.
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