Double Down on Blazers
Wall Street power vibes are alive and well… A mainstay of SS 2025 tailoring and still very much active in FW 2025, the double-breasted blazer still has strong shoulders, across The Row, Bottega Veneta, and Saint Laurent. The look feel is no doubt very tailored and yet playful — architectural rather than armored.
For work, the move is not to go too oversize of course. There are plenty of versions that preserve sharpness without exaggeration. This is still one of the most versatile pieces in the professional wardrobe—equally credible with tailored black trousers, unexpectedly feminine with a pencil skirt, or edged-up with slimmer pants. Shoes become strategic levers: pointed pumps for unashamed assertiveness, kitten heels for nuance and derby loafers for ease. The message always reads: confident and ready. And OOO? It is a gem for transitioning seamlessly—worn open over leather leggins, denim or a slip dress, it’s a masterclass in off-duty polish. The models that came out in SS 2025 were a little looser while the FW 2025 are more close fitting to the waist. Above (left-right / top-bottom): Saint Laurent. © FashionNow.
How to Work It
Optimal Formula: semi-structured double-breasted blazer + tonal bottom (tailored trouser or midi skirt) + crisp underpinning (poplin shirt, silk blouse, or fine knit).
KSF:
✔ Keep the cut proportionate: moderate shoulder, slightly defined waist, controlled length.
✔ Tone over contrast: stick to monochrome or gentle tonal pairing for deliberate polish.
✔ Leverage footwear: sharper heels will massively amplify authority, flats or loafers convey quiet confidence.
Deal Breakers:
❌ Exaggerated oversized fits that collapse structure.
❌ Thin or stretchy fabrics that lose shape through the day.
❌ Loud buttons or metallics that break the suit’s discipline.
❌ Over-layered accessories—one statement (belt, brooch, or watch) is enough.
Formality Range: business formal through smart-casual professional; transitions effortlessly to OOO statement.
Ease of Integration: ★★★★★ — its structure naturally carries credibility; precision in fit and fabric is the only slight risk factor.
Discover how we incorporate FW 2025’s double-breasted blazers into real-world outfit here. Hint: this will be your fall uniform.
