Club jacket
Multifunctional models of jackets have become widely popular at present. A club jacket (blazer) fits into this category, while being more representative than a sports jacket. To get an idea of what a club jacket is, you need to know its history.
What is a club jacket
A blazer is first of all a uniform, each stage of its transformation on the steps of history formed a classic image in a modern way.
Stage 1. Appearance of model and name.
The first club jacket was designed for members of the rowing club in 1825. It was a single-breasted red flannel blazer. The name of the jacket comes from blaze (sparkle, shine).
Stage 2. Distinguishing marks.
The next blazer model becomes part of the English school uniform. The fitted wool model was complemented by the school coat of arms.
Stage 3. Sea style.
In 1837, before the visit of the Queen of England, the crew of the ship "Blazer" appeared in a new form. A blue jacket with two rows of gold buttons and stripes of white and blue was taken as the basis.The Queen approved the idea, after which she instructed the rest of the crew of ships to wear such a uniform.
Stage 4. Blazer - in the women's wardrobe.
The beginning of the 20th century is famous in history as a period of emancipation. Many men's outfits began to be used in the women's wardrobe. Blazer included.
Stage 5 Yacht style.
The image of a yachtsman in a blue blazer and white trousers was born in the 50s.
Stage 6 Popularization among the stars.
Ten years later, a striped single-breasted jacket came into fashion. It was worn by dudes, performers of legendary bands.
Stage 7. business-lady.
Associations associated with this image appeared in the 80s. A blazer with a tight matching skirt founded the business image of a woman.
Currently, the blazer continues to be an element of the uniform of employees of large companies: hotels, airlines. It can be worn by members of sports clubs and businessmen during negotiations. There are also new modern models of the club jacket.
Currently, the blazer continues to be an element of the uniform of employees of large companies: hotels, airlines. It can be worn by members of sports clubs and businessmen during negotiations. There are also new modern models of the club jacket.
Types and models
Club jackets are divided into two categories: classic and modern.
Classic models
The classic form of a blazer is a single-breasted and double-breasted jacket in dark blue with large metal buttons. These are gilded buttons, copper or silver, with an emblem, an image of anchors or other symbols. The jacket has rectangular or peaked lapels and usually two vents. Models are characterized by patch pockets, one of which can be embroidered with the emblem of the club or company on occasion.
Modern models
They are distinguished by stylistic diversity and a wide range of colors, but they support the idea of \u200b\u200bits origin in details. It can be cropped blazers with long sleeves, a blazer - "boyfriend" or a blazer - tailcoat.
There is also the following division into styles:
American style. He is characterized by a baggy cut of the jacket, small shoulder pads that do not create an emphasis on the shoulders. It fastens with two buttons and has a vent on the back.
English style. This is the classic form of the blazer described above with a narrowed waistline and an emphasis on the shoulders.
Italian style. This is a casually designed jacket with a slim fit and natural shoulders.
Italian style. This is a casually designed jacket with a slim fit and natural shoulders.
What to wear
A blazer is a cross between a classic jacket and a sporty one. It should not be worn instead of a classic one if a strict dress code is required. But the club one is a more representative model than a sports one.
The classic blazer can be paired with a slim skirt and classic cut trousers. Quality jeans can easily replace trousers. You can add sneakers or loafers to the resulting image - we get a set in a casual style.
Blazer is a summer version of a jacket. It is sewn from a lighter and smoother fabric than a classic jacket, so it goes well with translucent blouses, cocktail dresses, trousers made of light fabrics. Looks good with a sweater and vest. A wonderful ensemble will be made with a knitted dress in a marine style.
A blazer is a cross between a classic jacket and a sporty one. It should not be worn instead of a classic one if a strict dress code is required.But the club one is a more representative model than a sports one.
The classic blazer can be paired with a slim skirt and classic cut trousers. Quality jeans can easily replace trousers. You can add sneakers or loafers to the resulting image - we get a set in a casual style.
Blazer is a summer version of a jacket. It is sewn from a lighter and smoother fabric than a classic jacket, so it goes well with translucent blouses, cocktail dresses, trousers made of light fabrics. Looks good with a sweater and vest. A wonderful ensemble will be made with a knitted dress in a marine style.
Modern models are close to sports types of jackets and are perfectly completed with casual clothes.
For a cropped jacket, you should wear straight-cut trousers or jeans. On the contrary, to the long one - a long skirt and shoes in a sporty style. Tailcoat can be worn with leggings, tight trousers. Blazer - "boyfriend" - with jeans, a T-shirt and a scarf.
For a cropped jacket, you should wear straight-cut trousers or jeans. On the contrary, to the long one - a long skirt and shoes in a sporty style. Tailcoat can be worn with leggings, tight trousers. Blazer - "boyfriend" - with jeans, a T-shirt and a scarf.