trailblazer

As leaves change colour and begin to fall, it’s time for a change in our wardrobes too. We need to say goodbye to our floral rompers, open-toed wedges and crop tops. I know, it’s sad. But, as the saying goes: “every new beginning comes from some other beginnings end.

The end to summer marks the return of our leather bombers and cashmere scarves. Yes, this is exciting. However, dressing for fall does pose problems. The main problem for me is how to wear a blazer yet still look sexy.

How exactly can one rock a blazer without looking like Hillary Clinton or Margaret Thatcher?

Suggestion 1: Instead of going for a plain and solid fabric try something different like lace. It’s in this season and can spice up any outfit.

Suggestion 2: Try patchwork elbows. They make any blazer look less stiff and more chilled out.

             

Suggestion 3: To add excitement to your outfit, find a blazer with sleeves that are slightly rolled up to expose a different colour/print.

Suggestion 4: Don’t wear a blazer that is the exact same colour and fabric as the bottoms you will be wearing. Wearing a female suit is something you should probably save until you turn 40. Instead, try wearing a different colour bottom or even a dress underneath your blazer.

Suggestion 5: DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT, ever wear a full sequin blazer. Just because Beyonce did it at the VMAs does not mean everyone has free reign to do it too. I guarantee it will look tacky in 99% of situations.

Anyways, hope you take some of my advice on making blazers look good. If you’re interested in checking out some girls who know how to rock blazers check out: http://fuckyeahgirlsinblazers.tumblr.com/

By: Yaelle Gang

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