When it comes to fail-safe outfit formulas, you just can’t beat a blazer with jeans. It’s a simple, chic wardrobe game-changer that will never let you down—no matter how many times you fall back on it. You can also wear this combination on repeat, and many of the influencers and street style stars we watch closely for their fashion have been relying on very little else lately.
To ensure you’re never out of options to keep this combination feeling fresh, today we’re taking tips from Instagram’s best-dressed and serving you 11 outfits we’re keen to recreate. From belted blazers worn with baggy jeans to supersized blazers paired with classic blue jeans and sneakers (and some striking options in between), it turns out there are countless ways to style this timeless combination. And spoiler: It always looks good. Needless to say, we’ll never tire of it, as it’s the ultimate throw-on look, particularly during the transitional seasons. Plus, most of these winning combos are made up of wardrobe staples you probably already own, wear and love. What a treat!
Keep scrolling to see all our favourite blazers and jeans outfits, and then shop the pieces you might need to recreate the looks below.
Style Notes: The sartorial mood for autumn 2023? Oversized everything. See Amira’s effortlessly cool ensemble for inspiration.
There’s always a place for a touch of masculine tailoring.
Versatile staples like this are what M&S does best.
Arket nails the denim trends every season, and A/W23 is no exception.
Style Notes: If you’re a fan of the supersized trend but want to give your shape a little definition, opt for a belted blazer and sleek heeled boots.
A true classic. I just love the contrast between the exaggerated shoulders and the nipped-in waist.
House of Dagmar jeans are pleasingly premium, and the kind of denim that will last a lifetime.
The perfect not-too-high heel.
Style Notes: It may not be a novel idea, but the menswear section doesn’t have to be just for men. You’ll find the blazers here have a boxier shape; perfect for creating an Annie Hall-style outfit. Adding white instead of blue denim makes the look feel fresher and perfect for a sunnier autumn.
This shade will go with literally everything.
Paige denim is some of the best on the market.
Dip your toes into the kitten heel trend with this sophisticated take.
Style Notes: You can always count on Lorna to put together an elegant look. Exhibit A: This chic blazer-and-jeans combination.
The perfect print to clash or match.
Take your denim collection from boring to stylish with this form-fitting pair.
A fresh take on the ballet pump trend.
Style Notes: Alexa Chung always gets it right, exhibiting foolproof combinations that everyone can wear. You really can’t go wrong with a simple tee, blazer and jeans.
This Scandi brand should be on your radar for 2023.
Reach for this tee whatever the season.
The perfect mid-blue jeans.
Style Notes: Sometimes it’s best to keep it classic, and it doesn’t get more classic than a beige blazer paired with blue jeans. Simple.
There’s a reason this blazer is our editors’ all-time favourites.
Don’t overlook H&M denim. Seriously.
New Balance trainers always sell out fast—shop them while you can.
Style Notes: A textured, printed blazer is a wardrobe mainstay. Take it from the office to drinks with a few styling switches, then wear it on the weekend with jeans and sneakers like Anouk Yve.
This blazer is so striking.
Once you try on a pair of Agolde jeans, there’s no turning back.
Celebrities are obsessed with these kicks.
Style Notes: Make 2023 the year you stop relying on black in autumn. Switch out your usual black blazer for a light iteration when you fancy a seasonal update that won’t take you out of your comfort zone.
H&M’s masterful tailoring is some of the best on the high-street.
The ultimate foundational basic.
I own so many pairs of M&S shoes, and I’ve never been disappointed.
Style Notes: Drawn to monochrome styling? A crop top prevents this black-on-black look from feeling too heavy.
This cornerstone piece will serve you for years to come.
The wide straps make this top extra flattering.
This wash feels dressier than classic blue—add heels and red lipstick when you hit the town.
Style Notes: There’s a lot going on with this look, and we can’t get enough of it. Bonus points for the exposed bodysuit—that’s ticking a major 2023 trend box.
Seriously elegant.
The perfect base to let the rest of your outfit shine.
An everyday jean you can rely on.
Style Notes: Double-breasted blazers always feel incredibly classy—just like loafers, so why not style them together?
This one’s roomy enough to layer knitwear underneath.
These jeans are hot-ticket items.
*Adds to basket immediately*
Next Up, 6 Outfits That Make 2023’s Most Casual Denim Trend Feel More Polished
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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