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 2023? Oversized everything. See Amira’s effortlessly cool ensemble for inspiration.
There’s always a place for a touch of military design.
Versatile staples like this are what M&S does best.
Arket nails the denim trends every season, and S/S23 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.
Monki’s jeans are refreshingly affordable—plus they span waist sizes 24-40.
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.
This shade will go with literally everything.
I can’t believe how affordable these super current jeans are.
Dip your toes into the cowboy boot trend with this subtle take.
Style Notes: You can always count on Karoline to put together a fun, feel-good look. Exhibit A: This cheerful blazer-and-jeans combination.
The perfect print to clash with bolder patterns.
Take your denim collection from boring to bold with this eye-catching pair.
You could also use this accessory to lift monochrome outfits.
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.
The perfect mid-blue jeans.
Reach for this tee whatever the season.
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 Abercrombie’s denim. Seriously.
New Balance trainers always sell out fast—shop them while you can.
Style Notes: A check-print 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 colour combination 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: 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 Fashion Week look, and we can’t get enough of it. Bonus points for the exposed bra—that’s ticking a major 2023 trend box.
Seriously elegant.
The slightly cropped length means you can let your shoes shine.
I aspire to one day possess the confidence to rock boots like these. Have you ever seen anything cooler?
Style Notes: Make 2023 the year you stop shying away from colour. Switch out your black blazer for a coloured iteration when you’re feeling a little adventurous.
The Frankie Shop’s masterful tailoring is everywhere on Instagram.
The ultimate layering basic.
I own so many pairs of Mango jeans, and I’ve never been disappointed.
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.
