From Catwalk to Cubicle: 5 Bold Blazer Styles

In the warm weather, it can be challenging for the fashionable collegiate to stay stylish in a workplace environment.  When your weekend wardrobe of high waisted shorts and crop tops won’t cut it, this article shows you five ways to bring the catwalk to your cubicle by translating five different trends into one versatile clothing item: the blazer.

1.  Textured Whites

Staying cool in the white hot summer is easy and appropriate with this dainty trend of laces and crochets as light in color as they can be in weight.  Runway look: Chanel Spring 2013 Couture.  Blazer: Asos.com.

2.  Animal Prints

Sometimes work drives us wild, and in less traditional office setting, this untamed trend is one to try.  Runway look: Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014.  Blazer: Tobi.com

3.  Florals

Florals have sprung up in countless designer collections this season. Plant inspired prints are the perfect way to provide a classic piece with a pop of feminine flair.  Runway look: Moschino Resort 2014.  Blazer: Forever21.com

4.  Oriental Influence

Add some exoticism to your workwear with this eastern influenced runway trend. Its unique and handcrafted appearance can be a subtle conversation starter.  Runway look: Dolce and Gabbana Spring 2013 Ready to Wear.  Blazer: Asos.com

5.  Graphic Patterns

Mod and mesmerising, graphic patterns are attention grabbers. Be bold with bigger prints and brighter colors, and less commanding in smaller monochrome.  Runway look: Louis Vuitton Spring 2013 Ready to Wear.  Blazer: Zara.com