………………………Some may call this a “jacket”…..I prefer to call it a “BLAZER”. When you refer to a garment as a Blazer you immediately visualize what it is……a “jacket” can be anything. I have always been known for my jackets, but BLAZERS are my special love………….The very first garment, from Anne Klein’s very first collection, that put Anne Klein on the map, was her Grey Flannel Blazer. It started the whole American Sportswear craze. So I am very protective of the blazers I produce….even at these unbelievably low prices………I always say a Blazer is all about the fabric, the fit and how it hangs from the shoulder………it can be a total failure if it’s not in a fabric that tailors well……This blazer is made in the same Ponte Knit as the A302601 crop pant which is a lighter weight than the Super Ponte….[so the crop will work with the blazer too as a whole different look in a pants suit]…there is lots of STRETCH!……The jacket is numerically sized. The size 4 is approx. 28 inches long. It has a three button front. You can certainly wear it all buttoned up for a very severe look….or just the TWO TOP BUTTONS or just the SINGLE TOP BUTTON………You can always tell if a blazer or any jacket is well balanced when you wear it completely open. If it still lays well from the shoulder down you know it’s well balanced…..All that said, it also depends on body proportions. Obviously the more proportioned you are the better it will “sit”. This has nothing to do with size…………..The color is Ivory, but it is more of an off white…….The blazer has a top yoke seam which creates a strong shoulder look combined with the shoulder pads and the cap filler. There are princess seams and body darts for a great shape……I would recommend ordering the same size you did in the other blazers, the Tuxedo and the classic blazer. Some of the other details are the PATCH POCKETS, the large FAUX PEARL BUTTONS, the KEYHOLE button holes seen on fine garments and the beautiful lining. There are no buttons on the sleeve so they are easily shortened…………..The BLAZER is A347451……….Many times when I do a blazer I am given a choice of a matching pant or a pencil skirt, but not this time. I will be offering a pant in the Ivory and Navy, A347452. It has a 30 inch inseam, and has a slim leg with a 5 1/2 LEG OPENING, so with this shape leg it should work for most women…..even my tall gals. There is a zip front with button waistband and an elastic back, but the fabric has tons of stretch anyway for total comfort. I truly believe you are going to instantly fall in love with this new Ponte pant. There are no petites being offered, sorry. There is also a pencil skirt in the Ivory, Navy and Black, A347449. The length of the pull-on skirt is 22 1/2 inches…[the waist band sits a little below the waist on most]. The bottoms are not see through at all so there is no need to line them….If you would like the three pieces they will be avail…….The bottoms will also be perfect separate pieces which I will be showing through out the entire spring summer season. I say this because so many of you missed out on the black pant that matched the tuxedo jacket. I don’t want that situation to repeat itself……Above, I have the new navy pant, the new elbow sleeve sapphire sweater, A347450 and the ivory pencil skirt …….I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, for me there is nothing more glamorous than a woman in a beautifully tailored blazer….and they haven’t been more in Fashion then they are right NOW!!……………………………………………..enjoy………………………much Love………………………..Louis
Louis
Even though I own last years ivory suit and love it. I tend to wear it for socializing etc. I purchased all three pieces of your new version in ivory. This version lends itself more for professional wear. It is sleeker and more fitted. Since I am familiar with your ponte fabric, it will pack beautifully. I love white suits with black blouses.
Dear Joanne….that was Jac’s favorite way to wear her white jackets….with black shirts and sweaters…..from TN to tanks.
Also are the pants offered narrower than last years ivory pants?
Thank Louis
I don’t know which pant you are referring to, but if you own them just measure the inseam down 30″ and then what the leg opening would be at that length. That will answer your question.
Hi Louis
Is this off white jacket/pants the same color as last years white suit.
Also is the fabric the same
Thanks
Dear Joanne the whites are very similar. If you have ever looked at a color chart of white house paints you see how similar they are but all different. The “new” white is slightly more white. The fabrics are TOTALLY DIFFERENT. Last years was a woven gaberdine like fabric. This new version is a Ponte KNIT. It has much more stretch.
Louis
Many thanks for giving us these gorgeous blazers. I find myself reaching for them all the time. They complete so many outfits, whether the outfit is office/work polished or weekend casual. Good blazers seem to be harder and harder to find, so I welcome (and purchase) every blazer you offer.
That poor UPS man. Just when he thought he was getting a break after the holidays, here you come with your Spring collection. LOL!
Good luck with the upcoming shows.
Michelle
The new blazer .. fit .. do you think the blazer will fit a petite? My HPS to waist (or center button) is 17”. The Fall tux jacket fit / the 3-button blazer did not). The new blazer has my heart pounding and I would like to add it to my closet so I may reach for it over and over.
Dear Carolyn….now with your explanation of the two blazers I can’t be sure. 17 inches is quite normal if not a little long to the waist. You do have options on how to button it, and the patch pockets make it slightly more casual.
Thanks.
Louis,
In addition to loving Linea, I very much enjoy and appreciate your narratives. Thank you.
So perfect. Must-have for me.
Hi Louis,
Will the pants be offered in letter or numerical sizing?
Thanks,
Chris
Numerical
Thank you.
So if I’m getting this right, the blazer will come in Black, Ivory and Navy, as well as the pencil skirt, and the pants in ivory and navy only? Great blazer. Navy is the must have color for me.
Dear Carol you are 2/3rds right. The Blazer and Pant will come in NAVY and IVORY. The skirt will come in NAVY, IVORY with the addition of BLACK.
Oh, Louis, loving this new Blazer! It’s a must have for me!