Oversized Blazers Are Big News—Here Are 21 We're So Impressed By

Looking for the perfect oversize blazer? We have a few suggestions.
Some wardrobe essentials benefit from being a little roomy. Jumpers with a bit of give in them always seem to wear better, while relaxed shirts can bestow any outfit with an instant injection of cool. Similarly, constricting fabrications, such as leather, look all the more expensive and effortless when they don't cling. And if there's one item we always seem to gravitate towards with a slouchier silhouette, it's oversized blazers.
Previously, blazers were considered a stagnant piece of an office-worker attire; a stuffy item that you'd never consider wearing beyond the 9-to-5. But my, how times have changed. We don't remember the moment blazer outfits became "fashion," but we can recall when oversized blazers became a thing, for this update was much more recent.
Maybe six years ago, when '90s fashion made its way back onto the agenda, thrifty shoppers would snap up boxy blazers from vintage and charity shops to create a whole new aesthetic, one where bigger was considered better. Soon, designer blazers started to mimic these vintage ones, and the appeal has stuck around ever since.
The ideal layering piece, an oversized blazer is perfect for autumn, slipping over even your chunky knitwear and jeans without compromising on the silhouette. Still, your blazer needn't be reserved for casual pursuits. Fashion types have also been wearing them over knit dresses with knee-high boots, or paired with leather trousers and sky high heels for fancy nights out.
Indeed, slouchy blazers are an essential buy for those in the know, and they have now become a central piece in any autumn/winter (and spring) capsule wardrobe. If you haven't got yours yet, keep scrolling on to see how influencers and fashion people are wearing the cover-up, then shop our edit of the best oversized blazers out there.
OVERSIZED-BLAZER OUTFIT INSPIRATION
A slouchy blazer will make every outfit you wear look polished.
Subtly match the colour of your oversized blazer to that of your dress, and you've got the perfect outfit combination.
A loose camel blazer adds a polished touched to an all black look.
Pair your blazer with slouchy matching trousers.
A cream blazer will see you through all seasons.
SHOP THE BEST OVERSIZED BLAZERS
The brushed wool elevates this blazer even further.
The sharp shoulders make the whole silhouette that much more impactful.
Trust Toteme to bring a sleek twist with the wrap and belted detailing.
This will swiftly become the piece you reach for when you don’t know what to wear.
Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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