Best Men’s Blazers That Will Ensure You Look Sharp All Year Round

Japanese brand Uniqlo consistently knocks out well-made menswear staples time and time again. Not just a brand to rely on for more casual clothing, but one that has formidable formalwear too.

Uniqlo does indeed offer woollen blazers for such formal occasions, but for outright versatility, its the Comfort Jacket you're going to want. Looking every bit the formal blazer, the Comfort Jacket is in fact made from a cotton jersey material that gives it a much more casual edge. It's wrinkle-free qualities mean you'll never have to reach for an iron while quick-drying properties ensure it's fresh to wear every morning.

American fashion brand Alex Mill was founded with the aim of creating the "perfect shirt". Since then its amassed a following of loyal fans who appreciate simple, timeless style.

The Mill Blazer is a prime example of a well-made unstructured blazer. Made from a combination of cotton and linen, the Mill is available in a multitude of garment-dyed colours, expanding the breadth of your wardrobe. Its unstructured nature certainly leans it towards casual settings, but the classic silhouette and linen material mean it be the perfect formal jacket for summer formal events.

The go-to clothier for preppy Ivy League students and young professionals, J. Crew certainly knows a thing or two about the humble blazer (and its natural chino partner). If you're after bold, garish prints or colours, then you'll want to look elsewhere, but for classic colourings, a precision fit and quality, J. Crew is one of the best.

The company's Ludlow suit series has been going since 2008, so must be doing something right. Available in both structured and unstructured, guises, it's the latter we particularly love. Made from a woollen/cotton blend from British fabric mill Abraham Moon & Sons, this blazer can be worn in practically any way you can imagine whether it be over a t-shirt in summer or a cashmere sweater in winter. If you'd rather something a little more substantial, it can be in a twill fabric too.

Italian menswear label Manuel Ritz prides itself on its fabrics and craftsmanship employed the production its suits and jackets. It's based in the Le Marche region of Italy, where leathers used for luxury sneakers are sourced from, which only cements it as being a brand of quality.

This tailored double-breasted blazer can be had in dark blue or black, and will be the crowning price of any well put-together formal outfit. Made from a virgin wool-cotton blend, it exhibits all the classic qualities of a high-end blazer, including a rear double vent, straight hem and peaked lapels.

M.J. Bale is Australia’s answer to London’s Saville Row. Founded by Matt Jensen in 2009, M.J. Bale is a clothier for the gent who values quality tailoring. Sticking to its Australian roots, M.J. Bale aims to use any many materials from Down Under as possible, including merino wool.

The Devetto Jacket is made from a wool-silk-cashmere fabric blend from Italian fabric company Loro Piana. The blend used allows for the Devetto to be incredibly breathable, yet owing to an internal lining, will provide warmth too. Lightweight yet durable, the Devetto will be at home in both casual and formal situations.

American clothing company Bonobos was founded to develop the perfect pair of pants, and with that taken care of (in its own words) decided to expand into shirts and suiting, which naturally, includes blazers.

This unstructured blazer is made from 100 per cent Italian wool and be had in slim, athletic or standard fits. Bonobos says its perhaps better suited for warmer days, due to the fact it has minimal lining – except for something in the sleeves – but it can easily be dressed up when needed. A truly versatile jacket.

Barena is unmistakably Italian in its approach to design. Founded by Sandro Zara in 1961, he uses his home city of Venice as great inspiration for the brand by making pieces with real character and elegance. High-quality materials are a must too, and everything is made in Italy.

This unstructured slim-fit blazer is made from a virgin wool-blend seersucker fabric that has been cut to fit a more relaxed silhouette than some of the slim-fit jackets on this list. The lightweight virgin-wool blend makes it barely noticeable when it’s on, perfect for casual events.

German fashion brand Hugo Boss is one of the go-to brands when it comes to luxury suiting. With fitment and quality of fabric being two main factors that go into every piece it creates, you can be sure a Hugo Boss blazer will not only make you look impeccable but last you for years on end.

The main baulk of Hugo Boss’ sports coat range is main from virgin wool, with pure wool and cotton thrown in for good measure. This particular blazer, however, is made from a blend of virgin wool and hemp, not only for its durability but because it will only become softer as time passes. It’s cut to a slim-fit profile and comes partially lined to help with airflow and, due to it being midweight, can provide a touch of warmth on colder days.

Todd Snyder is a particular favourite for us here at DMARGE. The ex-Ralph Lauren designer has taken his knowledge of taking menswear essentials and giving them that expert designer twist to create a clothing brand that you really should be checking out. You name it, Todd has put his spin on it.

The navy herringbone blazer is made from a supersoft blend of lambswool and cashmere, sourced directly from Italy and put together in Canada. The designer’s own butterfly half interior lining is used for extra comfort, while the unpadded shoulders make it wearable all day long. Best of all, it will pair perfectly with suit trousers or dressed down with some denim.

Dutch-based company Suitsupply has been supplying suits to gents since the year 2000. It has consistently been regarded as one of the best places for men to get their suiting needs, as it perfectly marries together well-made designs with incredibly high-quality fabrics. Best of all, Suitsupply charges much lower prices than the quality of its suits would suggest.

We could, therefore, have chosen pretty much any blazer from the company’s catalogue, but have settled on this green Havana jacket, partly because we just love the colour. However, it has plenty of substance too, such as being made from a silk-linen blend fabric from Italian company Ferla. It’s an unstructured blazer too, so is best suited for spring and summer, with its slim-fit silhouette making it the perfect partner to a pair of tailored chinos.

Reiss is another brand well-versed in the art of quality menswear. With its home country of Great Britain as inspiration, the brand has been creating pieces of quality for the dapper British gent since 1971 and has since expanded to other countries. And, having started life selling men’s tailoring, its blazer range continues to receive a lot of love and attention.

The Chay blazer, shown here with the Prince of Wales check and finished in navy is the epitome of modern British sartorial. Cut in a slim fit that hugs the body whether open or done up, its form-flattering tailoring at its finest. The wool-cotton fabric blend is both lightweight and soft, and it’s fully lined, so can offer up some warmth.

British fashion designer Paul Smith has always been one to rely on for well-made menswear staples, but he’s also one who enjoys being quirky where appropriate. Naturally, the brand can be well-associated with British formalwear and gents who care about their appearance, and so the company’s tailoring range has options to suit all looks.

Such as this single-breasted blazer in brown. Cut to a longer length than you may normally go for, it’s 70s style at its absolute best. The brown colour only adds to its retro credentials (it’s also available in yellow or a pastel pink) and its 100 per cent woollen fabric gives it the luxurious build and texture any modern gent will love.

If there’s one fashion house you can rely on for the ultimate in style and quality, it’s Burberry. The British fashion label is synonymous with high-end high-street fashion and is known the world over for its lavish designs and forward-thinking attitude towards menswear pieces.

This classic fit velvet trim blazer, for example, is made from a Italian-woven wool gabardine fabric (Burberry invented gabardine for the launch of the trench coat) and is framed by velvet on the collar, cuffs and sides. The use of several layers of horsehair give this blazer structure and Burberry even offers a pair of matching pants.