https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:47:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597599 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:49:46 +0000 Michelle 597599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Inspired yet? This thread rules!!<br /> One of my favourite ways is to wear it over a graphic tee with a bit of sparkle. With jeans and a heel, it becomes one of my favourite work or weekend looks. I also wear chunky pearls to tip the balance slightly in favour it dressy, which works for me, but a more casual necklace could have just the effect *you* are after. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597556 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 01:53:53 +0000 MsMary 597556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't leave the house without a blazer! Here are a few casual examples. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597515 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:59:55 +0000 Aida 597515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear all of my blazers casually as opposed to businessy, and blazers are by far my favorite topper. Usually with jeans of varying silhouettes, usually skinnies or flares; footwear can range from heels to flats to boots, with varying levels of dressiness; tops are usually sweaters, button-ups, or tees. I almost always push the sleeves up, and if it's a 3/4 sleeve jacket I'll sometimes let the lower layer sleeve be long underneath.</p> <p>(If it helps, here are some of my outfits with various blazers: <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/black_vintage_blazer">black</a>, <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/bright_orange_blazer">orange</a>, <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/gray_cropped_blazer">gray</a>, <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/red_sharp_shoulder_blazer">red</a>, <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/teal_blazer">teal</a>, <a href="http://aidascloset.tumblr.com/tagged/white_tuxedo_blazer">white</a>.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597346 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:33:20 +0000 catgirl 597346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mander, not sure if this is your style, but check out this link I just found and posted in another thread on British schoolboy style - the tailored jacket worn casually figures prominently, and I love it!</p> <p><a href="http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mackintosh-philosophy-fw11#!/photos/117520/4" rel="nofollow">http://www.trendhunter.com/tre.....s/117520/4</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597343 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:29:53 +0000 Sylvie 597343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just like many others on this thread, I only wear my blazers with casual pieces. Last Saturday, I was wearing a pair of jeans and black t-shirt lounging at home. To go out, I threw on a pair of black ankle boots and a grey/black herringbone blazer. Instantly, I was more polished, yet still comfortable and relaxed.</p> <p>Jeans + casual shirt + blazer.</p> <p>Easy, peasy. Just do it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-597337 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:25:37 +0000 Meredith1953 597337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to wear blazers and suit jackets but haven't found the right way to do it yet. I love it on other people. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596959 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:57:19 +0000 Inge 596959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another look I really like is pairing a dressy blazer with a turtleneck sweater, denim pencil skirt and tougher looking boots (e.g. knee-high Dr. Martens). Not exactly warm weather wear, of course;-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596934 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:05:52 +0000 ManidipaM 596934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I too wear my one and only old suit blazer casually, only --- outgrew the pants! Like Suz said, finding the right proportion for you is usually the key, and as other have said, add a slightly dressier shoes or bag to bridge (don't add rucksack and combat boots!), and also dress the jacket itself down (if possible) by rolling up sleeves, leaving unbuttoned etc. You're already at an advantage with linen --- easy to RATE up its wrinkles! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596922 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:40:13 +0000 Jyoti 596922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only real tricks I have are to make sure the jacket and whatever you're wearing underneath have hemlines at different levels and to roll or scrunch the sleeves up. Mixing textures is also a great way to inject a bit of more casual-cool style into a blazer! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596843 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 01:34:37 +0000 Suz 596843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh! Gorgeous, Jeneva!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596759 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:49:35 +0000 Jenava 596759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure if this helps, but here are a couple of ways I've worn mine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596703 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:25:07 +0000 christieanne 596703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since it's a black jacket with white touches ( i have a similar linen jacket actually!) I would tie some black into the outfit - either in a black shoe to bookend or a scarf with a little black touch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596674 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:38:04 +0000 Anonymous 596674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with both Suz and Janet's replies. I've picked up suit jackets at thrift stores that dress up a pair of jeans but look casual with the sleeves rolled up and scrunched. The right graphic tee will look fantastic. The length of the jacket may also determine how to wear it best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596664 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:24:42 +0000 harmonica 596664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz reply is to the point. And add jewllery, bracelets/bangles, scarf, shoes and handbag to differ the look and how dressy / casual you want to be </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596643 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:44:58 +0000 Transcona Shannon 596643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz has given a fantastic reply here. I also love the look of a dressy blazer with jeans and tee. It's classic. Play with the look and have fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596642 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:42:57 +0000 Janet 596642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like Suz, this is the only way I wear blazers! I particularly like the contrast of pairing a tailored jacket with a denim/chambray shirt or even something as casual as a concert tee. And of course jeans. Shoes can either dress it further up or down. I find it a fun look to play with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596606 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:15:21 +0000 Isabel 596606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I throw my jacket over everything. I treat them almost as if they are sweatshirts ( when it is practical ). Otherwise I would never wear them. I am looking for a nice graphic tee that I can wear under my jackets right now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596601 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:09:42 +0000 Aziraphale 596601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Missvee makes a good point about the dressier shoes. When I wear my suit jacket with jeans, I find it works best with shiny short boots that have a 2.5" chunky heel. That's because my suit jacket is black and formal, so the dressier booties tie it together. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596569 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:42:57 +0000 missvee 596569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think if you keep the shoes a little dressier, that will tie the jacket into a more casual outfit, so maybe jeans with a smart flat or wedge, or heel (depending on how much walking you have to do!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596567 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:40:23 +0000 Suz 596567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't wear jackets any other way...and I wear jackets ALL the time! </p> <p>Wear with simple Ts or knit tops, wear with button downs, wear with blouses. Wear with casual skirts as well as jeans. Or with casual dresses. With or without scarves. Accessories up to you. </p> <p>I think if there's a secret, it's confidence and comfort! </p> <p>For me, this is THE most comfortable look possible, so it's easy to feel confident in it. I love the high/low contrast. It makes me feel like me. </p> <p>The only other important factors would be necklines (you won't want the jacket's and the top's to compete in any way), colour (but that's obvious), and the length of the jacket. For my body type, the best jacket to wear this way is one that has waist definition and that ends around the high hip. On me, this length will look good with skirts and dresses (for more formal looks) AND with trousers, tops tucked or untucked. Of course individual proportions and body type may make your perfect jacket length different. </p> <p>Have fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596513 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:30:44 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 596513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would likely just put the jacket over a white round neck t-shirt, jeans, and a belt. It would be pretty neutral so you could add accessories to your heart's content. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596489 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:53:56 +0000 jayne 596489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>jeans seems obvious...with a tank or casual shirt under</p> <p>I have lots and lots of jackets and all of them work over jeans. I like to wear cotton grandpa shirts under, you know those with 3-4 buttons at the next</p> <p>they seem the right amt of casual to bind the two together. I also a scarf or chunky necklace and heels or booties should help </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596476 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:05:23 +0000 Deborah 596476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mander, you can absolutely wear most suit jackets casually. Have a look at Angie's post here..</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/06/06/a-professional-edge-for-my-coral-jeans/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2011/06/.....ral-jeans/</a></p> <p>And</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/06/13/smart-casual-for-women/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2011/06/.....for-women/</a></p> <p>Also take a look at Angie's posts on smart casual and business casual (go to the archives). These should be really helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-suit-jackets-in-a-casual-way#post-596475 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 10:49:24 +0000 Mander 596475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sure I've asked this before, but I can't seem to find it.</p> <p>Anyway, I'm wondering about wearing suit jackets with more casual jeans or skirts. The particular jacket I have in mind is a black linen blend with contrasting white stitching that I am thinking about wearing for an upcoming presentation at a conference. I'm pondering how I can also wear it with jeans and such for the rest of the weekend without looking weird.</p> <p>I have a couple of other formal jackets that I have sometimes pondered wearing in this way, but I never seem to come up with a combination that looks right. Is there a secret to wearing business-y blazers with casual wear that I have missed? </p>