https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:39:11 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136291 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:18:19 +0000 nemosmom 2136291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The lapel on the iconic one Carla posted is really cool! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136214 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:55:14 +0000 Brooklyn 2136214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can help with Myer if you need it.</p> <p>I think the J Crew quality is comparable to Country Road. It’s a pretty traditional look except for the upturned lapels. It’s a slightly boxy, longer style, which seems to be the norm these days. Not as long and boxy as some of the double breasted jackets that are trending. I think with Cue you would get sharper, more “of the moment” tailoring (like sharp shoulders or flared cuffs) but I don’t know whether the quality would be much different. I like that it’s 98% wool. That’s hard to get these days. </p> <p>I’m wearing mine this morning (perfect for 16c with a thin jumper underneath). Rubbish photo but you can see the texture. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136206 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:20:43 +0000 Sal 2136206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Carla! The first one I really like. </p> <p>The iconic is online definitely to NZ - Myer is Australian but sure they ship:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136189 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 23:12:39 +0000 Carla 2136189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>I believe these are Aussie retailers?&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.theiconic.com.au/fae-blazer-992413.html">https://www.theiconic.com.au/f.....92413.html</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.myer.com.au/p/oxford-lola-eco-checked-blazer">https://www.myer.com.au/p/oxfo.....ked-blazer</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.myer.com.au/p/sass-bide-just-like-heaven-blazer">https://www.myer.com.au/p/sass.....ven-blazer</a></p> <p><div><br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136177 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 22:26:48 +0000 Sal 2136177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I did look at J Crew online - and that is a possibiity.&nbsp; That jacket is lovely.&nbsp; It is $400 NZD but I think 30% discount but once I factor in shipping it will be close to $320 NZD which is about what I think I would spend on Witchery, Cue, Storm etc&nbsp; - do you think the quality is similar or better?</p> <p>I like gold buttons mostly Angie too!!&nbsp; Not 100% sure in this case mostly because my other blazer has gold buttons too.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136140 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 17:46:37 +0000 Angie 2136140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My own Zara jackets are good quality, and I too, have had them for years. They are still going strong! Zara gets a bad wrap for being fast fashion, but actually, they are more sustainable than most because of their very vertical supply chain. They even make some sustainable retailer lists.&nbsp;</p> <p>Lots of good suggestions, and another who likes the gold buttons :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136102 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 06:14:44 +0000 Brooklyn 2136102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sally, you might want to check out the J Crew Regent blazer. It comes in camel. Also in tall. I have it in black. It's a nice classic blazer. Wool but more the weight of wool suiting than overcoat weight. You would need to layer under it in winter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2136060 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 20:31:33 +0000 Sal 2136060@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all - that is a good starting point. Should be heading to work now so will be brief...</p> <p>I do like gold buttons- not always though. I have gold buttons on my other blazer so probably would lean to not gold on this one.</p> <p>In terms of style- either single or double breasted- not too boxy. I like some tailoring to provide shape.</p> <p>Will do some browsing tonight!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135986 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:54:11 +0000 Minaminu 2135986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Zara is indeed a bit of a hit and miss... so far I have been unlucky with their outwear but I know a lot of people who have bought some lovely coats and jackets!</p> <p>Cos currently has a boyfriend blazer in camel, I hope I managed to attach a picture!&nbsp;</p> <p>I am not sure if it is available where you live, but I would recommend to have a look at Gerard Darel - they use the same factory as Max Mara and the quality of their jackets and coats is amazing - especially when bought during the sales! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135982 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:01:34 +0000 Brooklyn 2135982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this one from Zara. Mostly cotton and wool with some synthetic. But because it’s black and white it will probably read grey. Definitely not toffee! </p> <p>I’ll keep my eye out for other possibilities. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135981 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:59:21 +0000 gryffin 2135981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal - I echo Bijou.&nbsp; Veronica Beard makes extraordinary jackets, very flattering and versatile esp with the dickeys.&nbsp; On sale you can find them for less than 33% of the retail price.&nbsp; The double breasted styles run large.&nbsp; Most run TTS.&nbsp; If you read reviews, which are typically available you can get a great idea of how the particular jacket runs.&nbsp; Tailoring is excellent and they are the most flattering blazers I have ever owned.&nbsp; I should know I own 11 blazers and all but one was on super sale! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135980 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:55:53 +0000 Brooklyn 2135980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sally, are you looking for longer or classic length? Fitted or oversized? Winter weight or Spring?</p> <p>I’ve had a lot of success with Zara jackets and, despite their reputation for fast fashion, I’ve kept mine for years. I do think Zara sizing is unpredictable however. If in doubt, size up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135975 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:33:13 +0000 Bijou 2135975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal, I have bought a Veronica Beard and JCrew blazer online. They are expensive, but you can get them drastically reduced on sale. In these brands I dropped down two sizes, so a US 10 will be equivalent to a NZ 14. My VB blazer is the turquoise and JCrew is navy, both are very good quality. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135966 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 09:42:05 +0000 Vildy 2135966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't like those too-shiny looking and weird? buttons, either.&nbsp; I am a huge button changer.&nbsp; Have a looksee at a similar high end blazer and see if you like their button choice and then copy.&nbsp; Nice buttons don't tend to live at chain sewing shops but in a specialty sewing store or online. Or if you have a thrift/op shop nearby, can often score a good set by buying a jacket cheaply for the buttons. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135964 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 08:30:11 +0000 Jenni NZ 2135964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh but Sally those buttons are gorgeous! Are you not a “gold” person? I thought you were, rather than a “silver” person, given your blonde hair...<br /> I suppose you would have to drive up to Zara in Sylvia Park if you wanted to try it on, otherwise it’s the whole shipping thing...<br /> BTW, although I couldn’t really understand why due to the whole fast fashion environmental effects, Zara did really well in the TEAR Fund Ethical Fashion Guide-got an A!<br /> I remember a coat that I got at a church fair or something, in my teens- I really smartened it up buying new buttons.<br /> Lots of button choices these days </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135927 Tue, 28 Jul 2020 23:15:31 +0000 Sal 2135927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They have that one on the NZ site too.......Could be worth a try couldn't it!!&nbsp; I am not sure about the buttons but even I could manage changing those:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135924 Tue, 28 Jul 2020 21:43:05 +0000 nemosmom 2135924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>oooooh! Not sure why the description says it's jeans, but this is Zara Australia :D<br /></div><div><br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135921 Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:57:31 +0000 Sal 2135921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do like that Vince one too!&nbsp; Probably not tuxedo style (although I love them) because my life is too casual.&nbsp; I would wear it mostly for work so in the day.&nbsp; Zara could be an option - I have not had a lot of experience buying from them as they have just entered the market here.&nbsp; But worth looking at.</p> <p>I will check those out!!&nbsp; Thank you:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135919 Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:44:10 +0000 nemosmom 2135919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Do you want double or single breasted?&nbsp; What about a tuxedo-type blazer, Sal? Or a relaxed/drape front camel one?</div><div><br /></div><div>I like Zara and Aritzia's blazers (and Theory - great quality, but higher in price)</div><div></p> <p>I could see you in one like this Vince one: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/vince-double-breasted-blazer-prod230210032">https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p.....d230210032</a></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-neutral-blazer#post-2135914 Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:10:32 +0000 Sal 2135914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi All,</p> <p>I would like to add another blazer to my wardrobe.&nbsp; My current collection is not ideal, probably because two have been passed on by friends - I do like them and wear them but maybe would not have purchased them.</p> <p>I was thinking a toffee or camel colour, or black.&nbsp; I want it to be fairly classic in style as I expect to own this for a good length of time.&nbsp; I would wear it with jeans and boots, or jeans and sneakers, or work pants and oxfords, or maybe even over a dress.&nbsp; I probably am leaning to black as I don't think I could go wrong with a black blazer......</p> <p>The attached finds are my current jacket/blazer collection.&nbsp; <ul> <li>Double breasted soft grey is the only true blazer and the only true workhorse in this group.&nbsp;</li> <li>Black is a very fitted style with exaggerated shoulders - I do wear and like it but it is not versatile.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Red leather jacket I also wear but it is not a workhorse.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Cream is very much a summer weight jacket - I think I only wore it once last year but I do like it.</li> <li>The toffee is more of a short coat than a jacket.&nbsp;</li> </ul> I would buy internationally if I could be confident of fit.&nbsp; I would usually take a NZ/Aus 14 in a blazer, which I think is a US10. My shoulders are often the fit issue with jackets and I am 5 ft 8 (174cm tall).</p> <p>Has anyone seen any great blazers online that I should consider?&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks in advance<br />Sally</p> <p> </p>