The wonder of men's jackets is that they can double as blazers from time to time, even if it doesn't work in the opposite direction. That is to say, the formality of a common jacket - a suit - can be reduced or attenuated by choosing the correct pieces; However, the casual or casual character of the blazer cannot be matched by galas, ceremonies and black tie events.
If this concern also haunts you when buying a jacket, because it is clear and obvious that you want to obtain a little more versatility in your investment, fear no more. We have what you need. Very simple tips and rules, very easy to understand, if you need to wear your jacket with a more casual outfit and not necessarily together. Because all men need to wear it sooner or later without having to put on a suit.
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| Once these steps are completed, you can add accessories or add garments that you would not have thought of before. |
You can wear your jacket as a blazer when:
Your jacket has contrast buttons
Think of the classic navy blue blazer with gold buttons. If your jacket looks a bit like that, you have quite a chance to wear it on casual occasions. It can also happen that this constrate goes in the opposite direction: darker buttons on a lighter colored fabric. In conclusion: if the buttons are the opposite of your material, everything is fine.
Your pockets are patch
By far the most casual style. We are talking, to understand each other, of the pockets that do not have a fold at the top. But they are simple.
It is made of relaxed fabric
Combed yarns are the most formal, so say goodbye to the idea if your jacket is made of this material. On the other hand, inherently casual fabrics are linen, cotton, tweed, flannel, and blends (wool with silk, linen or cotton). Why? Because this makes them easier to separate from your matching pants.
Remember: the more texture a solid fabric has, the easier it will be to wear it casually. Consider this when shopping for one to ensure you get the best of all .
You have a pattern
The bolder the fabric, the easier you can dress it with plain colored pants or with jeans or chinos. There's a big caveat here though: pinstripes are actually quite formal, so rehearse in front of a mirror first. Don't make hasty decisions.
As a general rule: avoid wearing men's pinstripe jackets if you want to attend a very casual event. Tables are much safer for this purpose. And it goes without saying if your suit has flowers, frets or other types of engravings.
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| Textures … it's all about textures … |
You CANNOT wear your jacket as a blazer when:
Your jacket is solid in color and has no texture.
It has a slight shine. This reveals that you escaped from a wedding, a gala with the queen or something like that.
The shoulder pads are extremely strong; they are very rigid.
It has very fine stripes.
The buttons are the same color (or a very, very similar shade).
Finally:
Remember that the softer and more textured your garment, the better you can exchange it. For a quick review in front of your wardrobe, remember that in your jacket you are looking for a fabric that is played with the tips of your fingers every time you pass your hand over it. That the buttons should be a different color and that the shoulders are slightly softer. Even a good sign may also be that your jacket wrinkles a lot. That will mean that we are in front of a friendly fabric and capable of combining even with shorts, if you propose.
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