https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:05:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932141 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:17:30 +0000 delurked 1932141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - that’s definitely the right type of look. Part depends on how hot it is. You know how hot I run all the time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932116 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 14:53:39 +0000 Suz 1932116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about this? <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.theory.com/clean-blazer/I0109103.html?cgid=womens-jackets?dwvar_I0109103_color=001#start=1">https://www.theory.com/clean-b.....=001#start</a></p> <p>Description:&nbsp;A polished open-front blazer with a clean neckline and besom pockets. With a slightly elevated waistline and flounced hem, this feminine blazer provides a flattering, streamlined fit. The blazer is fully lined.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932102 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 12:56:26 +0000 delurked 1932102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling - 8 &amp; 9 are the same. </p> <p>Toban - I’m not saying I don’t open a jacket to sit etc, just that I won’t buy a jacket that can’t look good closed. Often by the time it’s fitting my shoulders there’s so much fabric on the sides that it’s unflattering open. </p> <p>I’m totally open to a different style. In fact, I’d prefer it. I just haven’t found it now that I’m looking. I may need to broaden my scope, but I’m starting with places where I can return locally if I order online. I like the jacket you show. Now if I could find it here in a different color (again, so hard to match Navy’s) and lighter weight for summer, maybe with 3/4 sleeves. That’s not asking too much, right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932097 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 12:16:49 +0000 Toban 1932097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would find the fit that looks great open. I never see a woman’s (or man’s, for that matter) buttoned during interview. That said, the two button blazer is looking the best of the lot when buttoned. Since you aren’t necessarily looking for a matching suit, perhaps try different blazer cuts and necklines. I was surprised how much I like the one below. I was also finding it difficult to get button placement right on a blazer so I went a different direction. I got this one in Canada, so providing it more for inspiration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932077 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 09:46:00 +0000 Anonymous 1932077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with <b>Staysfit</b>. &nbsp;Finding the right fitting blazer is <u>challenging</u>. &nbsp;I am somewhat relieved that I don't have to shop for a blazer at this exact moment. &nbsp;</p> <p>The two navy blazers look better compared to the WHBM blazers. &nbsp;I think number 8 fits you better than number 9, but that could be your stance. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932046 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 04:10:51 +0000 delurked 1932046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Totally agree Rachy. Now I’ve figured out the problem I need to find some other styles jackets to try instead. Also, I’d love to find something more summery. A tough combo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932045 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 03:54:42 +0000 rachylou 1932045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel like the bust is low on the first five jackets/pics.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932040 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 02:31:16 +0000 delurked 1932040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit - yes, I’m completely open to tailoring, but need the right starting garment. I would really like a blazer that doesn’t make a matching suit as a way to be presentable but not overdressed for some places. What I wore (black blazer and pant - including finds) works for when I need dressier. I was thinking of a color like the finds, but it’s awfully tough to find in stores. You know I like my blues. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932038 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 02:22:41 +0000 Staysfit 1932038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Delurked, I think getting a good fit in a blazer is THE most difficult task with ready to wear clothing. I constantly try on blazers, jackets and coats because they are so hard to find. If I find something close, I bring it to the tailor to perfect the fit. I look at blazers all the time, even when they are not on my shopping list, because finding one is like finding a real diamond in a Herkimer Mine. DD would say that finding shoes is the most difficult task, whereas, I generally fit shoes without much trouble. All I can say is I hope you find what you are looking for within the time frame before your interviews. If not, I have seen your pictures, and the blazers you already own fit nicely and should be fine. I recently looked over Angie’s advice for what to wear for a job interview, and if I remember correctly, you want to be neat, polished, and presentable, but the focus should be on you not your clothes. A pop of fuschia would work under one of your current blazers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932037 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 02:16:08 +0000 delurked 1932037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Donna - the moto jacket in pic 7 is Calvin Klein. </p> <p>I haven’t had much success at Talbots because everything seems so short through the torso there. I’ve actually thought that in past of WHBM too, but I may be near one in the next week and could take a look. </p> <p>Joy - if I wear them open they have to be more fitted than the ones above. I did that with my other blazer I wore last week. </p> <p>I’m added pics of a Calvin Klein two button jacket I tried. It wasn’t a perfect fit, but maybe closer to what I need. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932030 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 01:08:59 +0000 Anonymous 1932030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Katarina that the one in photo #6 looks best. I can't fill out a blazer so wear them open like the models. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932029 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 01:06:58 +0000 DonnaF 1932029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good for you! Next! Btw who made your current blazer? Don’t tell me WHBM!</p> <p>This is simply a guess from decades old experience, but have you ever tried Talbots? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932021 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:12:25 +0000 delurked 1932021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to be able to wear buttoned. TBH, none of them make me feel very good, and I don’t think I’m keeping any. Sigh. I will change the criteria of what I look for in a future jacket search. It’s got to come together higher on my torso. I don’t want to keep anything I’m meh about. I’d rather use my current jacket, and see if I want to change the shell under it. I would love a pop of fuchsia, Sterling’s favorite color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932008 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 23:21:38 +0000 Brooklyn 1932008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the second jacket the best. Also asking whether you would wear them buttoned. It would be good to assess them unbuttoned, particularly if that’s the way you would wear them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932006 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 23:14:16 +0000 Joyce B 1932006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the blazer that you own fits you best. The others don’t seem to flatter your lovely figure. Blazers are very hard to fit. I am looking for a dark grey to replace the one that they botched in the alterations but I have not had luck with that so far. Maybe something will show up at NAS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1932004 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 22:57:05 +0000 DonnaF 1932004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would you wear them buttoned? If no, try steaming before making your final decision. I have similar fit problems with blazers — which is one reason I avoid the exhausting search for one that works with my body type. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1931995 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 22:02:17 +0000 Anonymous 1931995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like number 1 the best based on these pictures. &nbsp;</p> <p>I like number 6, but it looks like there is some pulling across the front. &nbsp;The second one does not look good because there is some wrinkling that makes the front lay funny. &nbsp;It might look great if it were ironed. &nbsp;</p> <p>I understand you can't size down. &nbsp;I would suggest either number 1 or number 7 (based on these pictures). &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1931994 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 21:53:54 +0000 delurked 1931994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Katerina and SarahD8</p> <p>I think you are right that I need perhaps a two button jacket. Something that begins in the middle of my chest and not so low. TBH, my shape has changed and what used to work now does not. I’m having a hard time finding good options that I like.</p> <p>I thought the 2nd jacket might do the trick. I didn’t even see that it had a button in the pics. I think I expected it to zip, which could be an option to try too.</p> <p>I’ve also considered other kiss front jackets (a term I’d never seen before) that don’t button in front, but I’d have to be careful to avoid boxy for that style. It might show enough shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1931985 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 21:17:08 +0000 SarahD8 1931985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Katerina.<br /> I wonder if you would have better luck with jacket styles with a higher stance (button hits higher on the torso)? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1931983 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 21:05:14 +0000 Katerina 1931983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it’s difficult to properly assess the fit based on photos, but the last one (no 6) looks best to my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/any-of-these-blazers-work#post-1931981 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 20:59:23 +0000 delurked 1931981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA - I’m going to keep with what I have for now and table this blazer project until I come across the right thing. </p>