I own six blazers and I am not even ashamed of it. Blazers can be pricey, especially if you want one of decent quality. The only reason I own so many is because I work at Ann Taylor, the ultimate kingdom of blazers. But, it is absolutely essential for every woman to invest in at least one—I can guarantee you will wear it more than once. Blazers are the most important clothing item in every woman's closet and here's why:
1. They make you feel strong, yet beautiful and feminine.
2. They demand respect.
Yes, blazers are just clothing, but in the workplace, a sharp suit conveys an air of confidence. Don't mess with a woman in a blazer—she's fierce, unstoppable and doesn't tolerate any nonsense from anyone. She's on fire and determined to accomplish her goals.
3. You can dress them up...
Match them with a pair of suiting pants and some killer heels, and you can wear them to a black tie event, red carpet debut or even a wedding, baby shower, funeral or family gathering.
4. Or dress them down...
Throw on a pair of jeans with your blazer, and you're all set for a perfect day in the city. You can even wear boots or sneakers (I've seen it done) and still look and feel fabulous. The other great part about blazers is that they're incredibly comfortable and durable.
5. They never go out of style.
Blazers are timeless—they've been worn by women since the 1920s when Coco Chanel freed women from those horribly restrictive corsets and gave us some room to actually move and breathe! Women's suiting has been in style ever since then, and I highly doubt the trend will ever end.
