For years I have admired the style of bloggers like Lizzy Hadfield and Emma Hill and coveted their blazer collections. I have longed to emulate their cool, minimal, almost androgynous vibe with straight leg jeans and longline blazers.

Of course, this seemingly effortless look that they convey is not so easy for a curvy lady! Part of the minimal, man-tailored look is the fact that it consists of straight lines. Well, I am not very straight-lined! I’m all curves (with a few lumps and bumps!), as are many plus-sized women. And large-busted women. And apple-shaped women. And muscular women. Ha.

So I have tried blazer after blazer, searching for that streamlined look. But when they skimmed over my hips, they were way too big in the shoulders. And if they fit in the shoulders (one of the most important fit spots to get right to not look frumpy and sloppy), they splayed wide open at my hips, creating a “there’s no WAY that jacket could button on her” look. And so I learned to settle for the next best thing, longer cardigans. Something that did hang below my butt in a more or less straight line.

Until now. I am SO thrilled to have found a blazer that actually fits (and the angels sang from on high). Well, as good as a blazer is probably ever going to fit this body as it is. Old Navy (bless you, Old Navy!) has these blazers that are traditional in style, yet are actually a thick knit (cotton, poly, spandex) with a little stretch to them. Which is perfect for curvy women and ladies who just like a little ease in their clothing (and who doesn’t want a little more ease in their life??).

The look I love with blazers is not corporate or businessy looking. I like them over a flippy dress or jeans and a tee. A blazer is a perfect counterpoint to a casual outfit. It sort of grounds it and makes it modern. And it’s just fun to mix things up!

Today I’m wearing this black and white plaid blazer over a black and white striped tee and light wash jeans. But I’m also looking forward to wearing it over a black crewneck sweater, or the marigold dress I posted last week, or my blue chambray shirt and white jeans. The combinations are pretty much endless! Be prepared to see this blazer A LOT!

What I’m Wearing

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