6 Elegant Blazer Outfits All the Cool European Women Are Wearing

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Nothing tempts me like a blazer. I easily own a dozen—single- and double-breasted, oversize, cropped, collarless, nipped at the waist. I need precisely zero more, yet they’re still the first thing I look for, whether I’m at the Nanushka sample sale, scrolling Mango.com, or browsing the menswear section of a vintage store.

In my defense, the ROI on all these forward blazers has been extremely high. Even as someone who doesn’t have to go to an office (or maybe because of this), tailoring is my happy place, and I wear it on repeat. Sure, I pair it with jeans because who doesn’t love juxtaposing denim with something polished? I’m also deep into my skirts-with-blazers era, and that’s just the beginning. If you’re in the mood for a little outfit inspo care of some very stylish people from some very stylish cities in Europe (Copenhagen, London, and Paris for a start), these six chic blazer looks are ready for you.

The fluidity of relaxed silk or satin pants paired with the structure of an hourglass blazer is basically everything I look for in an outfit. I also love this as yet another example of the very chic “black jacket with white pants” outfit trend.

Rue Sophie Marion Jacket

Reformation Gale Satin Mid Rise Bias Pant

Saint Laurent Tanger Satin Sandals

Mango Double-Handle Clutch Bag

I’m here for punctuating an elegant all-white outfit with modern black accessories. It’s giving “the coolest wedding to ever hit city hall.”

H&M Double-Breasted Blazer

Zara Satin Foulard Top

Staud Smith Skirt

Khaite Cage Patent-Leather Sandals

Mango Leather Bowling Bag With Buckle

H&M Cat Eye Sunglasses

I love when classic pieces feel more elegant and interesting thanks to intentional styling. Note the belted blazer below that trench, a gently on-trend nod to all the belted outerwear that’s been dominating this winter.

Massimo Dutti Classic 100% Cotton Trench Coat

Zara Basic Blazer

Madewell Oversize Poplin Button-Up Shirt

Zara Straight Leg Z1975 Jeans

St. Agni Mira Snake-Effect Leather Mules

Anine Bing Mini Signature Link Belt

Whether it’s Khaite’s splurge-worthy Saraphina Jacket or a more price-pointed version from Massimo Dutti or Mango, there’s definitely been a movement toward more fitted, higher-necked leather blazers. I’m talking five buttons minimum.

Swedish Stockings Olivia Premium Tights

Mango Leather Blazer With Buttons

Proenza Schouler Paige Pleated Crêpe Chiffon Maxi Skirt

H&M Heeled Strappy Sandals

Jil Sander Goji Leather Shoulder Bag

Speaking of button-down–and-blazer outfits that are anything but boring, this one feels a little more American Psycho from the waist up thanks to the ’80s-inspired double-breasted blazer with pronounced shoulders and contrast-collar shirting. Go oversize so you have a little more sleeve length to play with.

Banana Republic Captain’s Blazer

Ralph Lauren Extended-Cuff Cotton Shirt

H&M Curvy Fit Slim Straight High Ankle Jeans

Mango Satin Kitten-Heel Shoes With Straps

J.Crew Berkeley Bucket Bag in Leather and Suede

By Adina Eden Indented Curved Wide Bangle Bracelet

I used to feel a bit dramatic wearing a full suit, but it’s become one of my favorite things. These relaxed brown separates are so polished when worn together, but I’m already thinking about how much life they’ll have in them once you start to mix and match them with your warm-weather wardrobe. That brown blazer with last summer’s must-have white skirt and some summer jewelry? Tell me you can see it.