Fall Trail Blazers!

The blazer, as you have heard me say many times over, is an essential. It is the anchor piece which, failing all else, will help define a look. For Fall we see a continuation of tuxedo and leather trim jackets that filtered in during the summer. Sleek tailoring in both masculine and feminine forms will be represented by most fashion retailers and designers in a return to polished sensibility.

If  you are running on a stretched budget or just seeking to edit your wardrobe, this is a key piece to invest in. Paired with skinny jeans, cigarette pants or even shorts, an on-trend blazer will serve as your mainstay throughout the season.

This Fall look by Mango reflects the sophisticated clean lines that I love so much about autumn style. Check out the ‘Smoking Masculine Cut’ blazer for a sweet $120 here

Update your look with this fabulous Elizabeth and James classic cut ‘Rex’ blazer with leather inserts on the collar and back arm panels. At $495 this mid price range jacket will pay dividends for style options. Available in ivory, black and on-trend merlot. Here and here.

This menswear inspired ‘Alessia’ blazer by IRO ticks the versatility box many times over. When dressing head to toe monotone create interest with textures – wool, tweeds, suede, silk and leather all sit well together and don’t forget about Falls big accessory story – the belt! This Alessia blazer on sale here and here

BB Dakota is renowned for on-trend affordability. The ‘Zane’ Jacket is an inexpensive alternative to the ‘Rex’ blazer above and comes in at around  $100. The leather trim is faux and options are available in black and burgundy. A quintessential transition piece….pair with shorts today and boyfriend jeans tomorrow. Available here and here