Black Blazer

[Vanilla Bean]

I'm looking for a new Black Blazer, wool or wool blend (nice fabric whatever it is), soft shoulders and shawl collar. I don't want sharp shoulders and peaked lapels. I prefer slit pockets over flaps and patches. It's to wear with jeans and give them a classy vibe. I don't want office vibe.
Thanks!

 

[lill_canele]

Do you have a budget?
Any brands that you're interested in?

 

[880]

I'm looking for a new Black Blazer, wool or wool blend (nice fabric whatever it is), soft shoulders and shawl collar. I don't want sharp shoulders and peaked lapels. I prefer slit pockets over flaps and patches. It's to wear with jeans and give them a classy vibe. I don't want office vibe.
Thanks!

I had a jacket exactly like this once, and it was a vintage riding (equestrian jacket) with Slight Peplum shape.
I think it might be possible to find something vintage for a great price. I haven’t seen many shawl collars in recent jackets
there are some jackets with no collars that look like a shawl detail bc of how the silhouette is curved. . .

when I ran a search, I came up with very few shawl collared jackets. I saw this one, but I think it’s quite overpriced

Michael Kors Collection Crepe Shawl-Lapel Jacket

Free shipping and returns are available on Michael Kors Collection Crepe Shawl-Lapel Jacket at Saks Fifth Avenue. Browse luxury Michael Kors Collection Blazers and other new arrivals.

www.saksfifthavenue.com

 

[Vanilla Bean]

Do you have a budget?
Any brands that you're interested in?

No particular brand. I would prefer $500 and under but would go as high as $750 for something wonderful.

 

[Vanilla Bean]

I had a jacket exactly like this once, and it was a vintage riding (equestrian jacket) with Slight Peplum shape.
I think it might be possible to find something vintage for a great price. I haven’t seen many shawl collars in recent jackets
there are some jackets with no collars that look like a shawl detail bc of how the silhouette is curved. . .

when I ran a search, I came up with very few shawl collared jackets. I saw this one, but I think it’s quite overpriced

Michael Kors Collection Crepe Shawl-Lapel Jacket

Free shipping and returns are available on Michael Kors Collection Crepe Shawl-Lapel Jacket at Saks Fifth Avenue. Browse luxury Michael Kors Collection Blazers and other new arrivals.

www.saksfifthavenue.com

I agree...there aren't many out there. I've seen the no-collar look you mentioned. Maybe. A notched collar could also work.

 

[Kevinaxx]

This is ironically what I wear to office (not a huge fan of wearing blazers but will occasionally do so for work).

Parke blazer in wool flannel

Parke blazer in wool flannel for women - Find the best selection available in-stores and online at J.Crew.

www.jcrew.com

Black,
Wool,
Soft shoulders,
Slit pockets,
No sharp shoulders or peaked lapels, and well within your budget.

I’m also a fan of rag & bone. More expensive but has the flaps, which imho, is nbd. The bigger thing for me is the shape/how it drapes on me plus buttons.. which I’m not above replacing if I like everything else but the buttons.

 

[lill_canele]

Hugo Boss has a few versions.
Full priced is just right around your max budget but they do go on a nice sale.

 

[xohapiy]

This is ironically what I wear to office (not a huge fan of wearing blazers but will occasionally do so for work).

Parke blazer in wool flannel

Parke blazer in wool flannel for women - Find the best selection available in-stores and online at J.Crew.

www.jcrew.com

Black,
Wool,
Soft shoulders,
Slit pockets,
No sharp shoulders or peaked lapels, and well within your budget.

I’m also a fan of rag & bone. More expensive but has the flaps, which imho, is nbd. The bigger thing for me is the shape/how it drapes on me plus buttons of Ghost Band Papa Blazer.. which I’m not above replacing if I like everything else but the buttons.

I'm pondering the purchase of a black blazer. I work in a funeral home/cemetery/crematory combination so my color palette is rather limited. I tend to wear either a navy blazer and gray or charcoal trousers, or a dark suit. How would my choices differ with black v. dark blue blazers as far as I what can wear? What color buttons would a "normal" black blazer have? Some I've seen have pewter colored buttons.

 

[880]

I tend to wear either a navy blazer and gray or charcoal trousers, or a dark suit. How would my choices differ with black v. dark blue blazers as far as I what can wear? What color buttons would a "normal" black blazer have? Some I've seen have pewter colored buttons.

@xohapiy
Personally, I think your navy blazer/ charcoal pants are perfect for every occasion

Although I pair blue blazer with black pants as a fashion statement or for everyday, I don’t think the combo has the gravitas of a solemn occasion, idk

I would pair black with charcoal or lighter gray pants/ skirt/ dress, but I think that a black jacket with pants can vary in length and still be quite classic. Whereas with a dress or skirt, I prefer a shorter jacket. I think other lengths can look good, but may be too fashion forward or eye catching.

IMO, black jacket, dark buttons; possible fabric covered if matte fabric (like a Dior bar) or dark or black horn. Or concealed buttons, hook or zip closure.

But, rules are made to be broken, and in the end, buy whatever you love. Don’t second guess yourself bc of a stranger posting on TPF

ETA: I find a double breasted blazer not quite as classic and sloppy when sitting.

When wearing a single breasted blazer, I prefer to leave the bottom button unbuttoned, but ymmv

Make sure it fits perfectly and bring along the shoes, pants or other items you anticipate wearing it with

ETA: IMO, dressiest is black suit; midnight navy suit. (My preference is always navy if it’s super dark) If you get one or the other, make sure the dye lots match (check in natural light) bc oddly, even in expensive boutiques (Hermes) they don’t always match. Also, IMO, pants in business setting where the focus is not you: pants should be matte, flat finish (not boucle or loose weave or textured) but that’s just me

 

[Pollie-Jean]

Currently I am adding blazers to my wardrobe (not all black)

Liu Jo
100% Lyocell



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I'm waiting for these :

Eileen Fisher



Marc O Polo



AllSaints in Oxblood





I'm curious to see how they fit me !


And I'm on the hunt for the Ann Demeulemeester Agnes Blazer for a good price.
It's difficult to find the right size , because it is very oversized and I prefer to wear it a little tighter.