{"id":12345,"date":"2020-10-07T11:04:32","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T10:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/agentsrow.wpengine.com\/?p=12345"},"modified":"2023-05-17T14:02:45","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T13:02:45","slug":"how-to-wear-a-blazer-and-jeans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-gentlemans-row.com\/how-to-wear-a-blazer-and-jeans\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Wear a Blazer and Jeans | 6 Great Looks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Is there a look that epitomises smart casual for men more than the blazer and jeans combination? This tried and tested partnership is a firm favourite of the stylishly elite as it works so well for a myriad of different social and work events. Whether it is an informal business meeting, drinks after work or a casual date, it is versatile enough to be tweaked to suit both formal or relaxed settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite its effortless suave exterior, the jeans and jacket, if not handled correctly, can become incoherent and mismatched. We want you to look more like Jeremy Renner and less like Jeremy Clarkson. This guide will help you master some failsafe looks to get this alliance of menswear<\/a> styles working its magic for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What To Consider When Wearing a Blazer and Jeans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we get straight into the coolest looks for you to try, we need to start with the basics. That means getting the silhouette right. Once a man masters this, their look goes up a notch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we talk about the silhouette of an outfit, this is the bare bones of what you are wearing. That means not the colour, the fabric, nothing! Put simply, it is how the clothing looks and drapes on your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key for finessing this is picking the size that complements you the most. A size that offers movement but isn't too baggy or looks fitted without being too tight. This applies to both the jeans and the blazer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take some time to look at men you would consider stylish. Focus on the drape of the clothing and the individual details. Do their jeans sit nicely above their shoe? Does the blazer follow the natural shape of the body?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Jeans to Wear?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When deciding which jeans to wear with your blazer then, always approach with a less is more philosophy. That means toning down any distress effect on the denim and no rips or embellishments. If in doubt, opt for simple straight-cut navy blue jeans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those men that are a bit more confident, you can look at light-wash denim for summer months. If you want to go full sprezzatura, unleash your inner Italian with white jeans for warmer days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you choose a lighter or darker wash, try and line it up with the blazer. By that we mean, if there are darker tones in the blazer, than look for those in the denim and repeat for lighter washes of jeans which go well with light beige blazers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just remember, it is never appropriate to wear bootcut jeans unless you live on a ranch. So, let's skip right over them as a viable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Blazer to Wear?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the blazer, don't pick out a suit from your wardrobe, discard the trousers and wear with your favourite denim jeans. There are very few men in the world that can pull off such a slapdash approach to dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buy or pick a blazer that is not part of a suit, as it will give you more styling options. It will allow you to experiment more with the nuances that come from changing elements of the blazer. This could be as subtle as a shoulder roll or maybe a thinner lapel than you pick for your suits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fabrics will also be a key consideration. In summer you might look to linen or linen\/cotton mix blazers while wool or tweed is a great companion on colder days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A great foundation of any men's wardrobe is a two-button navy blue blazer. It is a versatile menswear essential and if you aren't sure which blazer to buy, then this would be our number one choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Different Coloured Men's Blazers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starting with the blazer can give you the point from which to build your look. As we mentioned before the jeans should be simple and well-fitting, typically blue or black (sometimes white). So, the blazer is where we can look at a wider range of colours, patterns and textures. Below are some of our favourite blazer colours to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n