Blazers are helpful for when you need to appear more professional at the office, but they can often look unflattering and dull. Plus, given that they almost always come with a coordinating bottom, it’s almost as if it’s been decided that you should look a certain matronly way.
For us, we believe that blazers can look super chic, but you need to know how to restyle them. This means trying to break up a two-piece suit and wearing your blazer with something else, or learning how best you can accessorise it for the work place.

Meet our blazer of choice: this double-breasted piece from H&M. With its slightly boxier fit, it’s a cool way of sprucing up your office look. Plus, the lightweight knit ensures that you’re never feeling too stuffy or overheated especially when you’re out of the air-conditioning.
Then, to add to your blazer, here are five simple ways you can dress it differently from everyone else in the office.
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The beauty of a grey blazer is that it helps to soften the visual impact of loud or bright colours, but it still keeps focus on the pattern. Slip this floral blouse underneath your grey blazer for a pop of spirit-lifting colour.
Top, $69.90, from Zara.
We love a tailored-head-to-toe look as much as the next person, but sometimes, it’s nice to wear something that lets you breathe a bit. That’s why we adore this skirt — it’s the perfect way to feminise an oversized blazer and still maintain a professional appearance at the office.
Ninety Percent skirt, $54, from THE OUTNET.
The belt bag pulls double-duty because it helps define your waist, and you’re able to keep all of your need-to-haves with you at all times. Plus, it frees up your hands on your morning commute, so you can grab that extra bagel from the coffee store.
Bag, $250, from Angela Roi.
If you’re thinking of wearing your usual court shoes to the office, stop. Rather than default to the same old shoe everyday, switch it up with a pair of patterned mules. They slip on and off with ease (so you can rest your feet under your desk) and they show that you’re still dressed properly.
Shoes, $49.90, from Charles & Keith.
Not only are pearl earrings trending at the moment, they also give you a quick way to dress up your look. So in the event that you have a last-minute party or dinner to get to and you don’t want to run home for a change, these earrings are here to help. Keep them in the top drawer of your shelf for an emergency glam-up.
Earrings, $9.26, from ASOS.
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