You know summer has arrived when you can leave the house without a coat.
But let's face it, the British summer is changeable at best – scorching hot in the morning, and pouring rain by lunchtime. That's why the blazer has become such an essential part of the British man's summer wardrobe.
Not only is it light enough for the sunshine, it is also incredibly versatile, instantly perking up an otherwise casual outfit.
A blazer is also an easy way to incorporate one of this summer's upcoming trends, without committing fully to one particular look. For instance, pastels are set to be huge this year, yet most men would balk at the idea of wearing head-to-toe shades of sorbet.
A baby blue blazer will keep your look fresh, and you can always just take it off if you feel over-dressed.
There is a plethora of great blazers on the high street this summer, so you can find one for any occasion – from a country wedding, to an office outing.
Just remember, when you're shopping for men's summer blazers, avoid anything made from wool or tweed (unless you love being sweaty and itchy all day) and try to stick with natural fabrics such as linen and cotton.
Here are a few of our favourite blazers for men this summer...
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Ted BakerHitchen Linen Blazer£195SHOP NOWBest Summer blazer for… the office
This linen mix grey ‘Hitchin’ blazer is a great wardrobe standby – throw it on over jeans, or pair it with dark trousers and dress shoes if you’re looking for a smart alternative to a suit. Ted Baker’s blazers are enduringly popular for a reason - the fit is legendary. If you know your measurements, these blazers have the power to make you look taller, slimmer and more stylish.
Best Summer blazer for… an outdoor wedding
Pastel colours look best in the sunshine, so this blue blazer would be perfect for a graduation party or outdoor wedding. Throw it on over a white shirt and chinos and you have a smart outfit that is still comfy and on-trend. The key to pulling this look off is to go easy on the accessories – no ties, scarves, or pocket squares – just let the blazer speak for itself.
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SuperdrySupremacy Jersey Blazer£74.99SHOP NOWBest Summer blazer… for casual layering
Trust Superdry to make a blazer that doesn’t even feel like a blazer. The fine material of this jersey jacket makes it perfect for layering under a pea coat or bomber, when you start to feel a chill in the air. It also looks great over a long-sleeved t-shirt and jeans for those ‘in-between’ days.
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TopmanLongline Skinny Blazer£110SHOP NOWBest Summer blazer… for a party
Topman has always been a great place to go for a simple, slim-cut blazer in a variety of colours, but lately they’ve really been knocking it out of the park. Velvet blazers, snake-print blazers, lemon-yellow suit combos, double-breasted check, and tuxedo-style jackets – you name it, they’ve got it. We really love this black longline blazer with subtle embroidery around the shoulders. Layer with shades of black and grey for a sophisticated party look.
