Oh the boyfriend blazer. Is there a more classic piece? (okay, maybe the LBD, but what goes best with a little black dress? A boyfriend Blazer). Back to my androgynous crazy talk, the boyfriend blazer is the ultimate balance between feminine and masculine. Pair it with a flirty floral dress, with a pair of skinny jeans, or over a cami and leggings. (and if you're really adventurous, without the cami. Vicki Becks did it - and it was kinda amazing). But aside from this male/female balance, the boyfriend blazer is an amazingly classic piece. It fits with any style (from euro chic to California) and transcends trend. The best part: you can wear it to work! It's a versatile piece appropriate for work, play, or in between. This blazer is beyond trendy, it's modern, chic, and yes, I'll say it again, classic.
The key is to find one that fits. The perfect boyfriend blazer looks like a man's suit jacket. It's long and fits the chest without that boxy look. Find one that fits in the shoulders especially - this is isn't the 80s and you don't need to look like a linebacker with those shoulder pads (The discussion on my hatred of shoulder pads will be reserved for a later time). If it doesn't fit in the shoulders it'll look sloppy and bulky. Remember this is a jacket you want to wear over things without looking like you're wearing 7,000 layers.
Your boyfriend blazer has longevity and a timeless appeal. I would recommend investing in one. But if you're like me and still find it hard to part with a lot of money, try thrift stores. I got my blazer for about $33 from Forever 21. It has a bit of gold detail on the sleeves which I like because it gives it a little bit of a twist without distracting from the overall look of the coat. Try it out for yourself; it won't disappoint.
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