The Best Blazers to Wear This Fall and Beyond

Date: September 26, 2024

You've probably read more than a few of those "The 25 Essentials Every Woman Needs in Her Closet" articles in your life, and no matter the year, one item is always at the top of the list: a blazer. There's a reason for that! A blazer adds shape to your silhouette, gives you extra coverage when you need it, layers beautifully over almost everything in your closet, and is a layering piece that never goes out of style. You can wear a blazer to work, to the grocery store, on a night out, to Sunday brunch, or a family dinner and it's always going to look good.

One of the best plaid grey blazers paired with a beige sweater, classic blue jeans and brown boots, showing how versatile these blazers can be for everyday style

Blazer trends may change over the years—like the shift from fitted, cropped styles to loose-fitting oversized jackets, for example—but the item itself is always a mainstay, no matter the year. If you're looking to update your blazer game for 2024 and beyond, we've got a few easy-to-style suggestions for an instant upgrade.

The best blazers of fall 2024

Make a little space in the closet, because there are so many new blazer options to choose from. This season, we're especially loving plaid blazers and how versatile they are; they're right at home in the office, but just as good on the weekend with your favorite jeans or joggers.

No, it's not the same style your grandpa wore in the '70s, though it does have a fun retro, vintage appeal. The plaid blazer comes in a few different interpretations of the print, including a traditional plaid and a classic herringbone. It comes in a variety of colors, from barely there beige to light gray to a cafe latte brown, so you can easily find a few options that work for your personal style. Wear it to work over a button-down shirt and midi skirt or throw it on over a graphic tee and jeans.

Featuring one of the best blazers in a versatile striped pattern, styled casually with a white tee, dark jeans, and sneakers, demonstrating how the best blazers can elevate an everyday look

Though it's not technically a blazer in the traditional sense of the word, a "lady jacket" is another must-have for fall and is the absolute easiest way to elevate any outfit, even your most casual tee. The contrast between a tweedy, prim and proper lady jacket and distressed jeans always looks effortlessly cool. Plus, it's an instant, zero-stress ticket to French girl style.

This year, traditional blazers are longer in length and best worn slightly oversized—not baggy, but not skintight, either. You want them to feel comfortable enough to layer with, but not too big that you're drowning in them. If you need advice on fit, send your Trendsend stylist a note. They basically have a PhD in blazers.

How to layer with a blazer

Blazers were made to layer with, so get creative! A zip or pullover hoodie always looks great and very "model off-duty" when paired with a blazer. To keep it comfy, opt for an oversized or slightly baggy blazer to ensure your fave sweatshirt can tuck right in and you can easily move your arms. Style it with jeans or joggers, sneakers, and a baseball cap for all your weekend activities. Sporty chic in just a few minutes!

Demonstrating how to style the best blazers for travel, featuring a black blazer layered over a white hoodie, paired with camo cargo pants, white sneakers, and a pink beanie for a comfortable yet put-together look

Play with texture and pattern when layering, especially for work or more dressed-up occasions. Try a cotton tee under a chambray shirt, then layer a corduroy or velvet blazer over that for a chic, fall-ready combination. A tweedy fabric over a lightweight V-neck sweater or turtleneck makes you look like the coolest college professor.

For a night out, we love a classic black blazer over a dress and lots of jewelry for an easy, never-fail outfit.