Brooklyn Brigade Blue Textured Knit Blazer

I reach for this blue textured knit blazer when I want to look put-together without feeling stuffy. The knit has a subtle texture that looks sharp but still feels relaxed, and the fabric is soft with a light, easy drape. It dresses up a T-shirt or polo, and it’s right at home for business casual, dinner, or a casual date night. I got compliments wearing it, and it pairs especially well with jeans or tan chinos (I did it with a white linen shirt and loved the combo). It’s an unstructured blazer, so it leans more smart-casual than formal, which is exactly the vibe I wanted. Fit-wise, it tends to run a bit roomy. Some folks found the shoulders generous and the sleeves on the longer side. I’m a 40R and the size worked, though I briefly considered trying one down; ultimately I was happy in my usual size. If you prefer a closer fit, sizing down could be worth a thought. A few notes: the partial lining can feel a little awkward the first time you put it on, and a couple of pieces showed loose threads or lining coming apart, though most called the quality solid. Overall, it’s a fantastic light jacket that looks great from summer into fall, easy to throw on and go, and I was honestly tempted to keep it.