The Right Look: With Double Button Blazer
For years, jackets and blazers double-breasted (or “crossed” if you prefer) rehearse a triumphant return to menswear , but it seems that this time is always postponed to the next season.
Success in other decades, like the 40s, 50s and 60s, for example, they still have unconditional fans in countries like Italy, England and other civilized places that value good classic tailoring, but here they receive little attention.
Double buttoned blazers and jackets are elegant pieces and as versatile as their simple buttoned cousins and this week’s highlighted look is proof of that.
Why does it work?
Although it has a more European feel, the light versions of this “coat”, with natural fiber fabric and half lining or even without lining, are a good alternative for those looking for a cool, original and classy look, even if it is casual. This slightly shorter version with discreet gray plaid is versatile and can be used with casual clothing or even with a tie and more serious items for the work environment.
The combination with a light cotton shirt and white twill pants makes the perfect blazer for a spring day or even that late summer afternoon on a milder day.
The light tones also help, not only visually bringing lightness to the combo, but also by helping to keep the body fresher.
The shoe, a wine tassel loafer , brings more elegance to the ensemble, mainly because of its varnished leather, but it also helps to air your feet if the heat hits hard.
The color combination is simple, with everything neutral, except for the shoe and handkerchief, a nice touch of sophistication and color in this beautiful combo.
Try it…
exchange white twill pants for a chino in the same color or in shades like beige, khaki, cream and off-white. To stretch your legs and make the combination more casual, opt for white leather sneakers.
It wouldn’t be the same if…
if we changed the light pieces for others in darker tones, they would contribute to a warmer outfit that would lose that face of clothes for a sunny day and I don’t even need to say how much the blazer brought style to this look, right?
Summing up:
- Although it is rarely used in Brazil, the double buttoned blazer is a stylish piece that can enhance your look;
- Versions with natural and light fabric, with half lining or even without lining, are ideal for the Brazilian climate;
- This slightly shorter model is not so formal, but the discreet gray check and the cool cut make it a versatile piece;
- Light tones, fresh fabrics and open shoes guarantee to keep your body cool on hot, but bearable days;
- Exchange the twill for a chino with very light fabric for an even more thermally pleasing result;
- Two elements make this spring / summer look a success: the colors and the cool but elegant tailoring jacket.
Final tip
The cross-buttoned clothes were made to be buttoned, but in a very casual look it is possible to leave them open, in any case, if you are going to use the buttoned piece, remember to release the buttons when sitting, so they will not they are at risk of falling or the tissue at the height of the belly to numb.
