Five T-Shirts to Wear with a Blazer | Curated Mint

Wearing a T-shirt with a blazer is the more casual way to wear something more formal and this style guide shows you how to pull it off.

It’s probably safe to say that a T-shirt is one of if not the most worn garment for men. They practically go with everything, are easy-to-wear and are often extremely cheap to purchase. Nowadays, as fashion becomes a lot more blended and boundaries between formal and informal are broken, people are wearing a T-shirts under a suit jacket. Gone are the days when you had to wear a blazer and a shirt. Consequently a blazer and a T-shirt has become the norm in an office. Yet there are ways to get it right and obviously, some people still get it wrong. So we are here to tell you exactly how to do it properly, whether you wear a crew neck or a V neck T-shirt with your blazer.

How a T-Shirt Should Fit

Let’s start from the basics with our very own tutorial on how a shirt should fit.

Classic White, Grey & Navy

It is worth investing in one or two higher priced, sleek well-fitted blazers that will last you for seasons that will work with a variety of simple tees to diversify your outfits. If you want to keep your options open, then white, grey and navy are your colours of choice. They are versatile and easy to match with any blazer that may hang in your closet.

Patterned Twist

A patterned T-Shirt can amp up any typical casual look, by giving it an interesting and unique twist. Try to opt for a demure design in black & white for a more sharp and elegant look. A multi-coloured T-Shirt can also do the trick if you keep the rest of the outfit in neutral colour shades. If you want to pull off a nautical look try a navy and white striped T-Shirt with one of the blazers above, skinny black jeans and smart shoes.

Elongate Your Neck

Crew necks and V-necks are the best way to elongate the neck while giving an illusion of height or a slimming effect. They work very well with blazers if you want to pull a preppier college look. Pair it with a polo sweater, chinos, and brogues or loafers. Tip: when layering, choose the same neck cut for the T-Shirt and sweater. You can always go for a V-neck T-shirt and blazer combo.

On the other hand, if you want to create the illusion of square and broad shoulders, the crew cut is the perfect choice as it draws the eye out. Crew necks are a smart choice for a casual urban look and work great under a hoodie with a slim fit blazer on top, dark denim jeans and white sneakers.

Sport Luxe – T-Shirt and Blazer

Although oversized basketball jerseys would probably be the worst piece of clothing you can wear under a blazer, (unless you aspire to make a Fabolous tribute video), a simple T-Shirt with an understated logo or even a bold patterned tee, is a great way to nail the sport luxe look.

Team them with some smart joggers or a pair of skinny jeans and your favourite leather trainers. It’s essential that the outfit remains well-fitted in order to accentuate the footwear. Try a black signature T-shirt and pair it with a grey blazer, jeans or chinos, and white Vans Hi-top trainers.

Five T-Shirts to Wear with a Blazer

• Make sure your blazer and T-shirt are slim fitting.
• Try not to combine more than two bold colours.
• Don’t opt for heavily branded T-shirts.
• Avoid ill fitted or loose trousers with this look.
• Keep the footwear simple, sleek and monochrome.

On That Note

One of the most powerful items in a man’s wardrobe is the blazer. Masculine, sophisticated and surprisingly versatile, especially when you combine it with a simple T-Shirt. This look wouldn’t necessarily fly at, say, a wedding, but it can be an interesting twist for a casual occasion. Again, good execution is crucial. Thanks to our quick and easy style guide, you have everything you need to put together this versatile look. Don’t forget to stop by our website to have a look at all the T-shirt options available. Just follow the link below!

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