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Men's blazers: the versatile piece between suit and casual

The blazer is the link that holds a man's wardrobe together: smarter than an overshirt, more relaxed than a suit jacket, it instantly turns a simple outfit into a considered one, worn over a men's polo shirt or one of our jumpers and cardigans. The Jerem men's blazers collection favours textured fabrics — virgin wool blends, pure linen basketweave, stretch corduroy — precisely the ones that make a great blazer.

Blazer or suit jacket: what's the difference?

A suit jacket is designed for its matching trousers: smooth cloth, formal construction. A blazer is designed to stand on its own: textured fabric (basketweave, houndstooth, mélange wool), often softer construction, sometimes contrasting buttons. It is this texture that lets it be worn as an odd jacket without ever looking like half of a stray suit.

What should you wear with a blazer?

Three dress codes: smart casual over raw denim jeans and an open-collar shirt or a heavyweight white T-shirt; relaxed office over chinos and a shirt; dressy over contrasting wool trousers and a shirt, tie optional. The colour contrast between blazer and trousers should be clear: navy over beige, grey over navy — never two almost identical shades.

Which blazer fabric for which season?

Summer: pure linen basketweave, breathable and naturally textured. Spring and autumn: stretch corduroy, raised ribs with freedom of movement. All year round: virgin wool blend, the wardrobe staple. If you only have one: a navy blue wool-blend blazer, the best-value piece in your wardrobe after the navy suit.

How should a blazer fit?

Like a suit jacket, with slightly more room allowed: shoulder seam on the shoulder bone, fastens without pulling, length covering the seat, 1 to 2 cm of shirt cuff showing at the sleeves. A blazer that is slightly softer in the shoulders works well over knitwear in winter — think about layering when you try it on.

How do you care for your blazer?

As for any jacket: always air it after wearing, use a wide hanger, brush gently, steam rather than iron, dry clean sparingly. The textured fabrics in the collection (basketweave, tweed) have the advantage of hiding everyday marks better than a smooth cloth.

Why choose a Jerem blazer?

For the fabrics: the Jerem blazers collection only offers textured cloths, the ones that make the difference between a true blazer and an orphaned suit jacket. Pair it with our trousers and shirts, or explore our city jackets for an urban look.