A couple weeks ago we started our series on outfit formulas – a magic equation that makes the “getting-dressed” process more efficient.

Outfit formula #1 is the “monochromatic” look, pairing pieces together of the same color.  Not only does it make for an interesting look but this outfit is slimming, on-trend and easy to pull together.

This week, let’s talk about outfit formula #2 – Adding a blazer.

Blazers are having a mega moment in fashion right now and all the stylish girls are pairing the menswear-inspired staple with jeans, dresses and even sporty leggings for an instant dressed up look.  In fact, you can take a peek at my Pinterest board for my favorite blazer inspirations.

The boyfriend blazer is my personal favorite because it’s stylish and comfortable.

But let’s not forget the power of a blazer in a professional workplace. Now, I get that many companies don’t have a dress code and if you’re working in the Silicon Valley or another start up… many companies consider it “cool” not to have a dress code.

 But keep this stat in mind next time you’re getting ready for work.

According to a survey by John T. Molloy and best-selling author of Women’s Dress for Success, 94 percent of businesspeople assume that women wearing a blazer outrank women that are not wearing one.

In fact, it’s been shown that women could wear the most conservative business dress and will be seen as a professional by only 40 percent of the businesspeople she meets for the first time.  But if she slips on a blazer, it will be assumed by over 80 percent of people that she has power and authority.

If you’re headed to an important business meeting where you need to make a professional impression, consider grabbing a blazer as you head out the door. As studies show, it will be an effective outfit choice to make an impression.

Click here for inspirational blazer outfits >> Pinterest.

Look and feel confident in what you wear by knowing how to  dress for your unique body type.  Check out the Power of Clothes blueprint for all your answers on what to wear to look fabulous. 

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