If you wanted to choose one update for your Spring wardrobe, I would recommend getting your hands on a freshly-shaped blazer. Whether you crave the "boyfriend style" or prefer to go with a more classic silhouette in a modern fabric, you can instantly update what you already have and be stylishly ready for Spring. Pair a blazer with flowy dresses, cool jeans and t-shirts, or a relaxed pant and heels, and you have an apropos outfit topper for when temperatures have not yet warmed.
I was instantly inspired when I saw Alexander Wang's interpretation of the blazer trend in his Spring Collection. It is double breasted, fabricated in a stretch wool with three quarter sleeves, and lined in a gorgeous silk. What you don't get from the image is that the stretch wool actually has a subtle sheen to it and the result is an absolutely perfect garment that makes me literally drool every time I visit it at Shopbop.
I was instantly inspired when I saw Alexander Wang's interpretation of the blazer trend in his Spring Collection. It is double breasted, fabricated in a stretch wool with three quarter sleeves, and lined in a gorgeous silk. What you don't get from the image is that the stretch wool actually has a subtle sheen to it and the result is an absolutely perfect garment that makes me literally drool every time I visit it at Shopbop.
The reason why this beauty is not already hanging in my closet is the
$625 price tag. Suffice to say, I started hunting for other
budget-friendly options. One option is this Stretch Cotton Sateen Jacket from JCrew,
available for $168 with 2% cash back. The sheen of the fabric and
expert tailoring are very similar to what I love most about the
Alexander Wang piece. I like that the JCrew blazer comes in white - it's fun, fresh, and oh so Spring.
Another good option is this Jill Stuart blazer from Bluefly.
Reduced 68% to a mere $168, you'll be saving $200 on this fashion-forward
piece from a top contemporary designer. Enjoy 4% cash back and an additional $20 off your first order (for new customers) of $150 or more and free shipping with coupon code AFF20FS.
It is hard to resist a deal like that, so I suppose the Wang blazer
(and its $625 price tag... *tear*) will have to wait, and instead I will
be the proud owner of a great looking alternative for a lot less.
Shop on!
Another good option is this Jill Stuart blazer from Bluefly.
Reduced 68% to a mere $168, you'll be saving $200 on this fashion-forward
piece from a top contemporary designer. Enjoy 4% cash back and an additional $20 off your first order (for new customers) of $150 or more and free shipping with coupon code AFF20FS.
It is hard to resist a deal like that, so I suppose the Wang blazer
(and its $625 price tag... *tear*) will have to wait, and instead I will
be the proud owner of a great looking alternative for a lot less.Shop on!
