Spring Shopping: The Light Blazer

By Chrissy Rutherford 05/11/11 at 04:40 PM

Stand out in the sea of basic blazers with this collarless version in an eye-catching salmon. Carven collarless blazer, $625; farfetch.com
It's the little details that count on this DVF twill blazer. Roll up your sleeves for a pop of bright color. Diane von Furstenberg School Boy blazer, $385; net-a-porter.com
Long jackets are our favorite look this season. This linen version is a great update to the oversize boyfriend blazer. Theyskens' Theory Maho linen jacket, $695; farfetch.com
A tuxedo jacket is essential for your wardrobe. Paired with black pants, this white version with contrasting black lapels is an elegant nighttime look. Elizabeth & James James blazer, $445; net-a-porter.com
Beige isn't a dirty word anymore. This double-breasted blazer comes in a perfect Spring neutral. Wear it with your all-white ensembles. Helmut Lang Double-breasted Blazer, $585; barneys.com
A schoolboy blazer in a nice plaid is charming. Pair with jeans for a casual and relaxed look. J.Crew Sidewalk blazer, $188; jcrew.com
Accentuate your waist in this ivory belted jacket. The silk-and-cotton blend will keep you at just the right temperature. Marc by Marc Jacobs Belted Jacket, $425; stylebop.com
The long blazer is such a chic silhouette. Pair this with a shorter dress or skinny pants. Reiss Hazel blazer, $375; reissonline.com
The tiny slit opening in the elbows gives a peek of skin. Wear this with your favorite summer dress. Michael Michael Kors slit-detailed jacket, $225; net-a-porter.com
This linen, boxy jacket will be the perfect contrast to your feminine summer dresses. Suno Boxy Striped Blazer, $645; barneys.com

May is that wonderful time of year when you can finally, completely, pack away your winter clothes and not look back—until night falls and it's chilly out. What's an arm-baring gal to do?

Enter the light blazer. Linen, cotton, and even twill, these jackets are just the cover-up you need in a frosty, air-conditioned room, or for when the temperatures take a dip.

Check out our favorite looks or, if you need a little coverage immediately, shop below.

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