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Features K ARISSA MONTANIA Staff Writer When most people hear the word blazer, they think of business bla than suits and collared outfits, but they are versatile and paired with more m shirts. Blazers can be dressed up or down when styled correctly. Here are a few tips on how to make your outfit work, no matter what color or cut the blazer is.
How to wear blazers KARISSA MONTANIA / KA LEO O HAWAI‘I
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DRESS IT UP For a dressier look, pair the blazer with a high-waist pencil skirt and blouse. You can ca wear heels or fl ats for this look, but stay clear of wedges, boots or more casual shoes, as they will not look cohesive. cohesive For the blazer, choose one that is cut right around the waist area so that the length w doesn’t look mismatched against the pencil skirt. To a add more edge, try a blazer blaze with shoulder pads or any type of detail. A colored blazer will make the outfit look fun, especially if the pencil skirt is a darker color like black, navy or gray. gray If you don’t want wa to wear a skirt, then don a dress and blazer co combination. Stay away from dresses that have V-necks or any type of cutout so V-n that the pieces are coherent. The dress should be cut to the top of your knees and not have any tulle that will detract from the overall look. det Blazers, long or sshort or in any color of your choice, work great gre with dresses because you can pair it with a long or short blazer, and it will still look balanced. ba
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TA K E I T D OW N It can b be tricky to style blazers in dressing for a casual look. To start off, with a long-sleeved pair your blazer b shirt, and ffold the sleeves over the cuffs for a relaxed relaxe appearance. The sleeves should be at a three-quarter length to leave room for you tto roll them. Next, pair the blazer with jeans or leggings to t make your outfit look cabe best for this kind of outfit, sual and comfortable. Flats would b Another outfit option for a casual and any color or style will work. Anot look would be pairing your blazer with wit a simple white T-shirt and Either style of skirt or short a long maxi skirt or cut-off shorts. E against the blazer will make for a will work because the contrast again combination of structured and casual – perfect for spring.
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Forever 21 sells blazers ranging from $12 to $35.
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