1 Blazer, 3 Looks

If you’ve read my “5 Things I’m Doing at 25” post, you’ll know that one of the things I’m trying to do this year is invest in more timeless, key, wardrobe essentials; rather than buying too many bits and pieces. I want to start working towards a capsule-style wardrobe of good quality clothes. I’m not saying that I’ll completely forget about buying trend-based pieces but I want to reduce how much I do this. The first two things on my list were a black blazer and a good pair of ankle boots. I actually happened to find both of these on the same day, a couple of weeks ago!

A good blazer is such a handy thing to have in your wardrobe, it can dress up any top for a night out or can be worn with distressed blue jeans for a casual, weekend outift. When I saw this blazer in Zara, I knew it was the one! The pearl closure is so gorgeous and makes the jacket look like it cost more than it actually did! It’s exaclty the longline cut I was looking for without being boxy – at 5ft2″ I find that the oversized blazers just swamp me but this is nipped in at the waist, which I love.

Blazer – Zara

So, here are just 3 of the ways that I’m going to be wearing this blazer:

Look 1: Casual & Comfy

This is a look I’d wear on a Saturday heading to town; it’s as comfortable as you’ll get without wearing actual sweatpants!

Look 2: Smart Monochrome

This outfit also includes my new boots – these were quite an investment for me – but already, I’m so happy with them. They are the most comfortable shoes I own – after my Air Max, that is!