Just Blaze

To achieve timeless appeal, adorn your ensemble with an oversized blazer....

Photo courtesy of StyleCritics.

Keri's look is Urban Chic.

"...thought she'd be wearing heels, didn't you? Yeah, so did I! But in fashion, expect the unexpected."

As shown by Keri Hilson (above) and Rihanna (pictured below), The White Blazer is a great wardrobe addition, especially for the spring/summer season. Menswear-inspired, the oversized blazer is the perfect alternative to the trench coat, jacket, or cardigan.

Photo courtesy of RihannaDaily.com

**Add a touch of class to any wardrobe with a blazer.

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Rihanna portrays Rock Star Glam with her bright yellow LEATHER blazer (by Marc Jacobs) ... circa 1980's, we'll say ...

**Blazers put a retro spin on just about everything!!

The oversized blazer was borrowed from the boys, after all...but anything they can do--we girls can do better, right??? Kanye West and David Beckham show us how it's really done....

Kanye shows us his preppy side.

Photo courtesy of The Sartorialist.

"For a finishing touch, I wonder if he's wearing Converse Chuck Taylors...." (nahhh, maybe Air Yeezys)

Kanye models for his upcoming Fall 2009 (Pastelle Clothing) Collection.

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David Beckham shows us why he's one of the best dressed men in Hollywood.

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On an ending note....

• The blazer look is not a difficult one to pull off. It's been done before, so why not try the look for size?! Fashion is all about taking risks, so take a chance, Fashionista!
• Solid color blazers can be so boring. If you should decide to sport a solid color blazer, turn it up a notch with underlaying prints. Not a print person? ACCESSORIZE!
• On the other hand, if your blazer is printed, it already speaks for itself. Turn down the volume with underlaying solids.
• TAKE NOTES!! Follow the leaders, i.e. Keri Hilson, Rihanna, Kanye West, and David Beckham.
  

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"See, told you all the cool people wear blazers! Dig Chester French...."

For more tips on how to wear the [oversized] blazer:

WOMEN--click here:

http://www.self.com/beauty/blogs/selfstylesecrets/2009/04/4-easy-ways-to-wear-an-oversiz.html

http://womensfashion.suite101.com/article.cfm/boyfriend_dressing_trend_for_summer_2009

MEN--click here:

http://www.esquire.com/features/ESQ0806GUIDE_55_2

http://www.examiner.com/x-340-Mens-Style-Examiner~y2008m11d12-How-to-Wear-a-Blazer-with-Jeans

Now go ahead and BLAZE the trail!!