All of a sudden September is upon us and we’ve found ourselves scrambling to freshen up our wardrobe with sleek hero items that will carry us through the month (and all of autumn) in style.
Maybe it’s the back-to-school energy that’s ushering us in this direction, or perhaps it’s the change in seasons (and the need to wear an extra layer). Either way, we’re on the hunt for hard-working pieces that will polish our look with no extra effort.
Akin to a well-tailored pant, a great structured blazer is a wardrobe pillar, able to elevate the most casual of outfits. Ever on the hunt, we couldn’t help but take notice when H&M came out with a perfect iteration, and then again when the brand expanded its colour range.
Who What Wear UK Editor Emily Dawes styles the H&M single breasted blazer. Available in pinstripe, beige, grey and black, H&M’s single-breasted blazer is everything we’ve been looking for. The wool-blend fabric is slightly thicker than your typical blazer, wearing well if you’re in the need for a little more warmth as we head deeper into autumn. Falling to about hip-height, the slightly oversized fit is bang on trend and easy to layer, and the generous lapel delivers the work-wear hit we’re looking for this September and beyond. Not bad for £55, wouldn’t you agree. Wear with a white tee and jeans, like Who What Wear UK affiliate editor, Emily Dawes, or turn up to the office in style and pair with wide-leg trousers and a chic blouse.
A pinstripe blazer will dress up any casual outfit.
Perfect for layering as we move towards winter.
The wool-blend makes this blazer warmer than most.
A black blazer goes with just about anything.
Such a chic pop of colour.
I love the length of this long-line blazer.
Pair with the matching trousers for a no-fuss coordinated look.
