The simple and chic wardrobe fall-back never lets us down and is as apt for casual office wear as it is for weekend play and dressed up drinks too.
There’s nothing wrong with opting for a polished denim look over a flashy holiday dress (if the dress code permits, of course). But how, exactly, do you dress up your favourite pair of skinnies or distressed jeans? Easy – with the aid of a trusty blazer.
When it comes to fail-safe outfit formulas, you just can’t beat jeans and blazer for most occasions. Well, except for maybe weddings. It's a simple, chic wardrobe fall-back that never lets us down and we wear the easy combo at least twice weekly.
The fashionable formula is as apt for casual office wear as it is for weekend play and dressed up drinks too. Scroll down for some served up outfit inspiration and ready-made templates that you can copy from now until well, forever.
For Work
Classic ballet flats and a straw tote keep this blazer + jeans combo quite summery, but a layered maxi-coat and trainers would just as easily work for more of a Winter-friendly option.

Straight Fit Satin Blazer, €149, & Other Stories

501 Cropped Jeans, €115, Levis at Brown Thomas
For DRINKS
White tee and jeans are given an 'I did make and effect' vibes with a tailored tuxedo jacket, an injection of leopard print and some gold accessories.

Velvet Shawl Collar Blazer, €79.95, Zara

Straight High Ankle Jeans, €27.99, H&M
For CASUAL CATCH UPS
To add some luxe to your casual vibe, wear a leather blazer with sleek, denim skinny jeans.

Leather Blazer, €486.50, The Kooples

Relaxed Mid-Rise Slim Jeans, €34, M&S
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