Club jacket

Club jacket

Multifunctional models of jackets have become very popular now. A club jacket (blazer) fits this category, with more representative than a sports jacket. To form an idea of ​​what a club jacket is, you need to know its history.

What is a club jacket

The blazer is first of all a uniform, each stage of the transformation of which on the steps of history formed a classic image in the modern presentation.

Stage 1. The appearance of the 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 the blaze (sparkle, shine).

Stage 2 Distinguishing marks.

The next model of the blazer becomes part of the English school uniform. Fitted model of wool complemented school coat of arms.

Stage 3 Sea style.

In 1837, before the visit of the Queen of England, the command of the ship "Blazer" appeared in a new form. The jacket was taken in blue with two rows of golden buttons and stripes of white and blue colors. The queen approved the idea, after which she instructed the rest of the crew of the sea vessels to wear such a uniform.

4 stage. Blazer - in the women's wardrobe.

The beginning of the 20th century is famous in history as a period of emancipation. Many men's clothes began to be used in women's wardrobe. Including a blazer.

Stage 5 Yacht style.

The image of a yachtsman in a blue blazer and white pants was born in the 50s.

6 stage. Popularization among the stars.

Ten years later, a striped single-breasted jacket came into fashion. It was worn by dudes, performers of legendary groups.

Stage 7 Business - lady.

Associations associated with this image appeared in the 80s. A blazer with a narrow skirt in tone founded the business image of a woman.

Currently, the blazer continues to be an element of the form of employees of large companies: hotels, airlines. It can be worn by members of sports clubs and businessmen during negotiations. New modern club jacket models have also appeared.

Currently, the blazer continues to be an element of the form of employees of large companies: hotels, airlines. It can be worn by members of sports clubs and businessmen during negotiations. New modern club jacket models have also appeared.

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, anchors or other symbols. The jacket has a rectangular or pointed lapels and often two slots. The models have patch pockets, on one of which a club or company emblem can be embroidered on the occasion.

Modern models

They are distinguished by stylistic diversity and wide color gamut, but they support the idea of ​​their origin in detail. It can be shortened blazers with long sleeves, blazer - "boyfriend" or blazer - tail coat.

There is also the following division into styles:

American style. He has a baggy jacket cut, small shoulder pads that do not create an emphasis on the shoulders. It is fastened on two buttons and has a slot on the back.


English style. This is the classic shape of a blazer with a narrowed waistline and an emphasis on the shoulders.

Italian style. This is a plainly designed jacket with a tight-fitting silhouette and a natural shoulder line.

Italian style. This is a plainly designed jacket with a tight-fitting silhouette and a natural shoulder line.


What to wear

A blazer is a cross between a classic blazer and a sport blazer. It should not be worn instead of the classic, if you need to adhere to a hard dress code. But the club - a more representative model than the sport.

The classic blazer can be completed with a narrow skirt and trousers with a classic cut. High-quality jeans can easily replace pants. To the resulting image, you can add sneakers or loafers - get a set in the style of casual.

Blazer - summer version of the jacket. It is sewn from a lighter and smoother fabric than a classic jacket, therefore it harmoniously combines with translucent blouses, cocktail dresses, pants made of light fabrics. Looks good with a sweater and vest. A wonderful ensemble will make with a knitted dress in a nautical style.

A blazer is a cross between a classic blazer and a sport blazer. It should not be worn instead of the classic, if you need to adhere to a hard dress code. But the club - a more representative model than the sport.

The classic blazer can be completed with a narrow skirt and trousers with a classic cut. High-quality jeans can easily replace pants. To the resulting image, you can add sneakers or loafers - get a set in the style of casual.

Blazer - summer version of the jacket. It is sewn from a lighter and smoother fabric than a classic jacket, therefore it harmoniously combines with translucent blouses, cocktail dresses, pants made of light fabrics. Looks good with a sweater and vest. A wonderful ensemble will make with a knitted dress in a nautical style.


Modern models are close to sports types of jackets and are perfectly equipped with casual wear.

For a cropped jacket, you should wear straight-cut trousers or jeans. On the contrary, to the long - long skirt and shoes in sporty style. Dress coat can be worn with leggings, tight pants. Blazer - "boyfriend" - with jeans, t-shirt and scarf.

For a cropped jacket, you should wear straight-cut trousers or jeans. On the contrary, to the long - long skirt and shoes in sporty style. Dress coat can be worn with leggings, tight pants. Blazer - "boyfriend" - with jeans, t-shirt and scarf.


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