Six Ways To Style--a RED blazer!

Boy was I thrilled to add this fiery piece to my wardrobe--It will be featured in an upcoming Fashion Foundation on outer layers too! I personally love blazers as outer layers because they cleanly and simply bring an outfit a level of sophistication not many other layers can do. This red one is such an awesome pop of color and can carry pretty much amp up any outfit singlehandedly. We tried to pair the blazer with other fashion foundation items to help double your outfit options. We also tried to keep the color palette of the outfits securely in the neutral zone to let the blazer do all the talking and all the workin.


 Red Blazer from the Limited (similar, similar, similar)

 1. Chambray and Cuffs
You all know about our love affair with chambray...and chambray and red are perfect together. Cuffing the chambray over the red blazer gives this a laid back vibe. The white pants act as brightener for the whole outfit.  Top it off (or bottom it off..) with a pair of neutral flats and you are out the door.

Top: Charlotte Russe (similar)
Pants: Old Navy (similar)

Shoes: garage sale $1 (similar)


2. Red Hot Polka Dot
I am a big sucker for polka dots. We mentioned how a good polka dot tee/tank/blouse should be part of your fashion foundation because of its versatility. It acts as a pattern but doesn't steal the show or fight with other patterns you may want to pair it with. It is the perfect accent to the blazer here. We styled it with jeans to give the whole outfit a casual/day vibe.

Shirt: Forever 21 (same)
Pants: Union Bay, Herbergers (similar)
Shoes: Sperry (similar)

3. Black Means Business
Here is an outfit with a lesson in contrast. The black and red are both bold colors that demand attention. However, when placed together they act like best friends. The white bottom is the perfect balancer. Throw in a feminine vibe with some girly T sandals. 

Top: gift (similar)
Shorts: Old Navy (similar)
Shoes: Marshalls (similar)


4. Target Khaki
Am I the only one who avoids pairing red with khaki for fear of being see as someone who works at Target? Don't get me wrong, I luurve Target but I do not want to be asked which aisle the baby oil is in because the poor soul saw my red and khaki and made an assumption. However, there is a reason Target went with this color combo--it looks GOOD together. Get over your (or maybe it is just my) fear and throw a little subtle khaki on with your red blazer. Maybe just don't go to Target while you have it on.

Top: Limited (similar)
Necklace: Groopdealz (similar)
Shorts: New York & Co. (similar)
Gold Flats: Target (similar)

5. Graphic Know How
A blazer paired with a graphic T is super trendy right now so get going on it! Some people care too much about what is on their graphic T when you really just need something with visual interest that grabs the eye. This graphic T is not where you profess your love for your favorite 80's band but a piece that pops underneath your blazer. We threw in some color blocked leggings to continue the visual interest on the bottom half. The wedge booties elongate the legs and are the perfect finish to the look. 

Tee: H&M (similar)

Bottoms: Target (similar)

Shoes:  Target (similar)

6. Anchor's Away
Anchor graphics are BIG BIG right now. People enjoy them for all sorts of different reasons. I personally love the spiritual significance of the anchor and its relation to hope. I had placed an anchor T on my shopping wish list and always had my eye out. The Limited is carrying a line right now with anchors as the graphic focus. I snagged this top during their 40% sale and have been in love ever since. I love the nautical feel it gives off when paired with this red blazer. The distressed shorts make this outfit wearable while the wedges lead the eye downward and tie the whole thing together.

Top: Limited (same)
Shorts: American Eagle (similar)
Shoes: Target (same)