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Article: Can You Wear a Suit Jacket as a Blazer/Sport Coat?

Can You Wear a Suit Jacket as a Blazer/Sport Coat?
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Can You Wear a Suit Jacket as a Blazer/Sport Coat?

The debate rages on - can you break up a suit and wear the jacket separately as a blazer? The short answer is: it depends.

Many menswear experts advise against wearing suit jackets as orphaned blazers. The issue is that suit jackets are typically made from more formal, refined fabrics that can look weird when paired with casual pants like "weekday warrior chino".

However, there are some exceptions where a suit jacket could work as a blazer. Textured wool suits with a rougher texture like birdseye or tweed can look more like a blazer than "sheen", fine wool suits.

Slim Fit Stretch Wool Linen Blend Tweed Plaid Blazer

 

Fit and color are also important here. A suit jacket in a textured brown or charcoal may work better as a blazer than one in a more formal black or pinstripe pattern. And a tailored jacket will be better as a blazer versus a boxy, traditional suit cut.

Ultimately, investing in a dedicated blazer or sport coat in a fabric like cotton, linen or wool flannel is the way to go. When in doubt, opt for jackets designed for casual wear.

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