This "Boring" Basic Is Officially One of the Most Popular Trends Around

by Adrienne Faurote

The term "blazer" was coined in 1825, and back then was thought of as a more casual alternative to coats. Centuries later, the blazer is ever-evolving, serving as a symbol of empowerment for working women. Once seen only in office settings, blazers have become a versatile piece. Today, blazers have taken the fashion industry by storm, establishing their status as a wardrobe essential.

Styled with a classic white T-shirt and denim, or belted over a prairie dress, blazers add immediate polish to any look. This season, your basic blazer received an update. Flooding both the runways and the streets, oversize blazers are the hot ticket. From traditional tartan and fine leathers to cropped and elongated silhouettes, there are a myriad of oversize blazers to indulge in.

Ahead, discover the 25 we have our eye on this season.

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@erinoffduty

It's impossible to go wrong with a neutral blazer. In fact, my light beige blazer is easily the favorite in my wardrobe (yes, I play favorites). Layer a chunky knit under or pair with shorts—after all, a solid neutral is seasonless.

Best Big Check Oversized Blazers This Winter

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@taniasarin

From Tibi to Victoria Beckham, oversize checks ruled the runway this season. Bored of your traditional tartan? Update your trusty blazer by opting for this enlarged check print.

Lioness The Don Jacket ($99)

An oversize check on an oversize blazer? Genius.

Lioness The Kyra Blazer ($89)

Cinch your waist with a belt to create volume in the oversize silhouette.

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@jen_wonders

This minor design detail elevates any ol' blazer. Plus, it's an oversize blazer, so there's plenty of room for buttons.

Lioness The Kyra Blazer ($89)

Proportions are everything in this look.

BB Dakota Plaid Boyfriend Blazer ($7140)

Sorry two-button blazers—the three-button number has won me over.

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@aysha.sow

Trousers, trenches, and now oversize blazers… It's true: Everything is better in leather; the fabric enhances any basic wardrobe piece.

Closed Lola Blazer ($1050)

An investment piece that will last, well, forever.

Eloquii Menswear Vegan Leather Blazer ($150)

A simple, sophisticated day-to-night piece.

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_jeanettemadsen_

Cropped and oversize is a thing. Style hack: Tuck the oversize, cropped blazer into your trousers for an updated suit look.

Off-White Cropped Cutout Blazer ($1545)

Everything about this is stunning.

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@champagnemani

The OGs still exist. That's right: We're talking about the ones that literally never go out of style.

Violeta Structured Blazer Button ($120)

This one is just the right amount of oversized.

Vince Boyfriend Flannel Blazer ($495)

Lighten up your winter wardrobe.

Lezé the Label Sierra Boyfriend Blazer ($130)

Obsessed with this brand and obsessed with this blazer.

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@jordanrisa

Celebrate the oversize silhouette and embrace the elongated blazer.

H&M Long Jacket ($50)

This whole outfit is a vibe.

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@kristenmarienichols

It's the little things, such as a tiny drape, a metal clasp, or an off-center button, that elevate designs and prove that blazers don't have to be boring.