Open the wardrobe of a man with taste and you will not find ten suits. You will find two foundation suits, and around them three or four blazers, each with its own personality: a muted check, an earth tone, a velvet one for parties. The blazer is the piece that lets you play more without crossing the line of good manners. This article gathers stylish men's blazers from Mon Amie's lookbook into 20 ideas by cut and fabric, with the details you need to have a similar one made.
Quick answer
A good-looking men's blazer is one that fits the shoulders, in the right colour for the right occasion. There are four groups to choose from: classic double-breasted, check and windowpane, earth tones and plains, velvet and evening. The first one should be navy, caramel or a small check; velvet and bold patterns are for the second and third.
Stylish men's blazers: a quick guide to four groups
| Group | Suggested for | Occasion | Trousers to pair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic double-breasted | Tall builds, a polished look | Evening events, formal occasions | Dark trousers, white |
| Check and windowpane | Office workers, people who like texture | Work, weekends | Beige, grey, navy trousers |
| Earth tones and plains | Beginners | Any daytime occasion | White, beige, deep blue trousers |
| Velvet and evening | Those who already own a foundation blazer | Evening parties, year-end | Black, charcoal-grey trousers |
Group 1: Classic double-breasted blazers (4 looks)
Double-breasted makes a blazer more serious and calls for well-fitting shoulders. Pairing it with peak lapels suits it most.
- Black double-breasted, gold buttons. Red striped tie; a standout classic look, suited to evening parties.
- Black windowpane, double-breasted. Red tie; the texture is discreet on a dark base.
- Blue velvet, double-breasted, peak lapels. Black shirt, satin pocket square; velvet catches the light beautifully.
- Black double-breasted, embossed copper buttons. Red striped tie; the metal detail is the accent.
Group 2: Check and windowpane blazers (6 looks)
Checks give a blazer character, but choose a small or subtle check for your first one.
- Brick-orange check, beige trousers. Styled in the middle of a row of European-style streets; warm and eye-catching.
- Green check, light blue shirt, beige trousers. Easy to pair, suited to daytime.
- Grey windowpane, straight-leg trousers. A weekend work outfit, elegant.
- Brick-red check, beige trousers, cream pocket square. Light-looking thanks to the pale trousers.
- Light blue check, waistcoat in the same tone, black tie. Balanced, looks like a whole suit.
- Blue-orange check, brown linen shirt, brown trousers. An earthy style, suited to the sunny season.
Group 3: Earth-tone and plain blazers (6 looks)
The easiest group to wear, suited to beginners. Earth tones are friendly to Vietnamese skin and pair easily with light trousers.
- Caramel. Orange pocket square; warm, pairs with deep blue or grey trousers.
- Caramel, moss-green waistcoat. Layered; the earth tones flow into one another.
- Beige, light blue shirt, cream pleated trousers. Tone on tone, elegant.
- Terracotta orange, white pocket square. Shot from a low angle, standing out in the sun; suited to the self-assured.
- Blue linen, white trousers. The coolest in the group; suited to hot days and outdoor parties.
- Peach pink, white shirt open at the collar. Soft, for those who dare to use colour.
Group 4: Velvet and evening blazers (4 looks)
For evenings and the festive season. The fabrics catch the light, so you do not need many accessories.
- Red velvet, tonal pattern. Black shirt; the classic party blazer image.
- Bright red velvet. Black shirt, posed against a wooden cabinet; more eye-catching but very elegant.
- Black with raised gold embroidery on the lapels, pockets and sleeves. Black shirt; an artistic evening version.
- Plum-purple check with a grey waistcoat. Wine-red velvet bow tie, copper pocket square; striking, suited to a groom with a sense of style.
How to pair trousers with each blazer
| Blazer | Trousers that pair well | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Navy, deep blue | Grey, beige, white, dark jeans | Trousers in the same navy tone (it looks like a suit in mismatched shades) |
| Brown check, brick orange | Beige, cream, deep blue | Patterned trousers |
| Caramel, beige | White, deep blue, grey | Brown trousers in the same tone (loses contrast) |
| Red velvet, blue velvet | Black, charcoal grey | Trousers in a loud, bright colour |
| Blue linen | White, beige | Dingy, washed-out jeans |
For more detailed pairing advice, you can read how to style a men's blazer. If you are weighing up your first blazer, choose the cut and colour first, the pattern afterwards.
Blazer fabrics for the Saigon seasons
With the same cut, the fabric decides how long you can wear it during the day:
- Linen and wool-linen blends: cool, crease naturally, suited to outdoor parties and sunny weekends.
- Lightweight wool: wearable year-round, for work and for meeting clients in air-conditioned rooms.
- Heavy wool, velvet: only for evenings, the festive season or cold trips.
If you are having only one made, choose lightweight wool in an earth tone or navy: it is the fabric least fussy about the season.
Ordering a blazer like the sample: what should you tell the master tailor?
When ordering from a photo, state four things clearly:
- Buttons: single-breasted (two buttons) or double-breasted; the button material (metal, horn, self-fabric).
- Fabric: the colour, the pattern (check, windowpane, plain), the material (wool, linen, velvet).
- Pockets and lining: patch or jetted pockets; half-lined or fully lined.
- Cut: natural or structured shoulder; how closely it follows the waist; the jacket length.
The article made-to-measure men's blazers: fabric, soft construction and cost goes deeper into each decision and how to ask about cost. You can also browse the whole lookbook for more looks, or try combinations with the online suit design tool.
Common mistakes and tips from Mon Amie's master tailor
- Choosing a blazer in the same colour as the suit trousers. Pairing like that easily looks like a mismatched suit; choose a deliberate contrast.
- Choosing too large a check for the first one. Large checks are hard to pair and are easily recognised when you wear the blazer again.
- Choosing overly stiff shoulders. A blazer should be soft and fit naturally; stiff shoulders turn a blazer into an odd suit jacket.
- Wearing velvet in the middle of a sunny day. Velvet suits evenings and cool seasons; in the daytime choose linen or lightweight wool.
- The master tailor's tip: before finalising, wear the blazer with the trousers you plan to pair it with most. A blazer that looks good in the mirror but goes with no trousers in your wardrobe is not yet your blazer.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good blazer for a beginner?
Plain navy or a small check, caramel, beige. These are the three colours easiest to pair with white and light blue shirts and with dress trousers or chinos.
How many occasions can a good-looking men's blazer cover?
A navy or caramel blazer can be worn to work, to a café, to a light party and comfortably to a wedding. Velvet and bold patterns suit only evening parties.
Does a good blazer need to be made-to-measure?
Not necessarily, but made-to-measure gets the shoulders, sleeves and length exactly right, the factor that decides whether a blazer looks great or merely “fine”. Mon Amie has three lines: Essential, Signature and Heritage.
What should you wear under a good-looking blazer?
A white or light blue shirt is the safest; a plain T-shirt, polo or thin knit when you need to be more comfortable. With a velvet blazer, a black or white shirt both look good.
Closing thoughts
Stylish men's blazers are the ones you wear again and again without tiring of them. If you have picked a few looks you like, book a measuring appointment so Mon Amie's master tailor can advise on fabric and cut, or learn about the bespoke tailoring journey at the showroom.