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Are White Blazers In This Spring? Check Out These Great Blazer Outfits!
In this post, I will show you six fun, cute, and different outfit ideas to enjoy a white linen blazer. I am delighted that this white blazer has been re-released this year at J Crew Factory, so this item is definitely “in” this Spring. When you finish this post, hopefully, you will see why I think this item is such a terrific wardrobe basic.
Last spring, I saw this cute white linen blazer online and considered purchasing it. I was reluctant as I wasn’t sure as a retired person, that I would wear it. I mostly go to casual or at most, dressy casual functions like lunches, date nights, shopping, etc., so would I truly get much wear out of the item? Well, imagine my surprise, that it has turned out to be one of my FAVORITE pieces in my closet. White blazer outfits are considered professional when styled with other workwear.
I believe white linen blazers can easily be worn all spring and summer. White wool blazers can be worn in the fall and winter. Readers have asked if they can wear a white blazer to a wedding. Yes, absolutely! Pro-tip: I think a sharp way to wear a white blazer to a wedding is to drape it over your shoulders as it looks less like workwear and more like dressier attire. A white blazer outfit would look crisp and appropriate for a work interview. Consider the third outfit (white blazer with a dress) in this post as a possible interview ensemble.
In this post, I will show six ways I have worn this great piece! ( I wonder if I always shied away from a white blazer because I had worn a white lab coat during my entire career as a cosmetic dermatologist…?) Let’s get started:
How to Style a White Blazer:
White Blazer with WideLeg Palazzo Pants
This year pretty much any kind of pants are “in”. Wide-leg pants are making a comeback in the fashion world, as are straight-leg jeans, and stove pipe pants! I purchased several pairs of wide-leg or palazzo pants as I think they are so fashionable, yet comfy, especially on hot days.
I am wearing a white jacket over a white tank and blue linen palazzo pants (similar, here). I wore this for a lunch meeting with my blog coder. It’s a crisp and professional look and could go to most workplaces. The linen pants are airy and cool in the heat.
My nude sandals (old, similar, here) and bag keep the focus more on my outfit. I wore a silver light-weight multi-stranded necklace (old, similar, here) and hammered silver heart earrings which were a gift from my sweet friend Molly. My bag is many years old, but here is a very cute similar one. Below each photo are links to the exact item or similar ones if mine were sold out. Click on any item to get details.
Is it Dumb to Wear a Blazer Over a T-shirt to a Party in the Summer?
White Blazer with an Animal Print Tee
I love an animal print! This darling leopard print tee is so soft and inexpensive. It washes perfectly! The white blazer pairs nicely with the tee and white denim cropped slim jeans. White makes the leopard print pop! My “diamond stud” earrings look classy with my straw bag (similar, here) and nude sandals (old, similar, here). Pro-tip: Nude sandals are a frequent choice of mine as they extend my leg line. Great look for lunch with my girlfriends! I think it’s also such a sharp look to wear a blazer over a T-shirt to a party in the summer because it polishes up the tee a bit and isn’t too dressy to be out of place.
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White Blazer with a Dress
This darling black dress is so easy to wear and is a great value! Pro-tip: I love draping the jacket over my shoulders for a different look. My nude doctor’s bag (similar, here) coordinates with my Stuart Weitzman sandals (old, similar, here). And this is a great dress for lunch, church, or memorial service. Black and white always work together! This blazer would also look cute over a maxi dress.
What Color Top to Wear with a White Blazer?
White Blazer with a Casual Red Tee
This red print tee (old, similar, here) is a sweet flowered print and can work with blue jeans, shorts, and of course white pants. Any colored tee would work with this white blazer, especially if you’re wearing the blazer with these white jeans. Pro-tip: A sure way to elevate your look is to wear a top layer and bottom layer that match (in this outfit, the blazer and jeans are both white). Or you could match the blazer to the tee shirt. Doing this makes your outfit look more cohesive and expensive.
These are the same cropped pants as above (with the animal print tee). I LOVE the quality of merchandise from Talbots. I know some of my readers think that the looks at Talbots can be frumpy. But I disagree. It’s all about how you style the items (ahem, as noted in this post).
I added a red cross-body bag (old, similar,here) which is my absolute preference when I’m shopping as it allows me to keep track of my phone and credit cards while allowing me to carry shopping bags instead. My gold watch coordinates with my gold bangle. Lastly, I’m wearing red Stuart Weitzman sandals (old, similar, here).
A Few More White Blazer Outfit Ideas
White Blazer with Shorts
Isn’t this a terrific look? I paired blue linen drawstring shorts (old, similar, here, or here, or here) with a cute white shirt with the blazer for a sharp ensemble that would take you to lunch, work, or wherever fun outfits are worn! I added pearl stud earrings, nude shoes, and a straw bag (old, similar, here, or here). Please note that in all my looks, I rolled the cuffs of my blazer. Before I was a blogger, I always had my blazers altered to my exact arm’s length. Pro-tip: But I really love how rolling up my sleeves elevates the look of this jacket.
White Blazer with a Graphic Tank
A graphic tee (old, similar, here), especially one with the message “Good Vibes Only” is MY kind of look! Although I typically wear this casual top with denim shorts, I like the vibe of wearing it here with my “white suit”. Pro-tip: I think it’s fun to mix the classic lines and fabric of the white linen blazer with the white denim jeans and the playful graphic tank. (Here’s another graphic tee look.) I added diamond pave hoop earrings (a gift from Mr. G.Q), to keep the classy look front and center.
What to Look for in a White Blazer?
I prefer that my blazers be lined as this helps them to lay smoothly and to wrinkle less. I like the vent on the back of the ladies’ white tailored jacket to lay flat and as mentioned above, rolling the sleeves adds to the style. Talbots and J-Crew both have terrific blazers that last for years. The buttons are high quality and J-Crew always includes extras on an inside seam (for when the cleaners accidentally melt one…).
This wide blazer for women is single-breasted, but double-breasted jackets are also beautiful. Lastly, I prefer simple classic lines instead of lots of trendy details. I want my blazer to function like black ballet flats, pearl chokers, and basic black bags; they should appear timeless. That’s how you’ll get great value from the item.
I hope you enjoyed this post. Please let me know below how you would have styled a white linen jacket. Give it a try if you haven’t already. Please follow me on Instagram @drjuliemarshall where I will show you cute looks throughout the week. And please subscribe to my blog if you haven’t already. When you subscribe, I’ll email you a “Declutter Your Closet Guide”.
XO
Dr. Julie
PS Here are a few more posts for you to enjoy:
Styling Paper Bag Waist Pants Five Ways
A Pink Gingham Shirt Five Different Ways!
Love all the different looks! You look great in white. I feel the same way about my navy linen blazer.
Mary Beth,
Let me know how you like the free “jeans and tee guide” that you get for subscribing (or in your case, re-subscribing…) to my blog.
XO
Julie
A navy blazer is a terrific basic. I never thought of getting a white linen one until this year. Both are “essentials” for me going forward!
I bought those palazzo pants last year after you posted about them and I love them. Now I need to get the blazer. That is such a clean look.
Molly,
I am so glad that you bought the pants. You will really enjoy this blazer! It’s soooo versatile!
XO
Julie
Update 2023: I bought the blazer as well as one of the cute Talbots dresses that you showed. Wore them both to my son’s medical school graduation and really looked fly -ha!!
Julie,
The evolution of your blog has been as classy as a white linen blaser.
Your style and content has the feel of a “personal trainer in your closet.”
In this latest offering, I looked for the literature, you know, the cute short story one might find in Vogue…kudos Dr J.
John,
That’s such a lovely comment! I so appreciate your impressions of my work!
XO
Julie
I absolutely love the first look. Easy to put together and I just bought my first pair of palazzo pants to wear in the Charleston heat. And the look of rolled up cuffs is a step up. Nicely done, Dr. Julie.
Thanks Miss Joanie! Let me know if it becomes a favorite look for you!
All great looks! Love these!
Thanks Col!