Meet the Workwear Trend That Proves Power Dressing Is Back

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This comfortable pick offers a barrel sleeve and crew neck, confirming that coziness and elegance can co-exist.

Sizes: 4-22

Colors: Navy, Black

Nothing reads as polished as tweed. Outfitted with dramatic shoulders and a cinched waist, this blazer’s hourglass silhouette commands attention with sophistication.

Sizes: XXS-XL

Colors: Charcoal, Taupe

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The timeless, minimalist signature of St. Agni is ever-present within this understated option.

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: Black

This cinched pick is tailored for success. Pair it with a trending burgundy bag, and lean all the way into monochrome.

Sizes: 32-42

Colors: Aronia

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Matilda Jacket

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Much like my conviction that white deserves a place in every season’s wardrobe, I’m equally as certain that butter yellow shouldn’t disappear when daylight does. Exhibit A: this impeccably sculpted blazer in citron.

Sizes: XS-L

Colors: Dusty Citron

Gloria Jacket

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Studs are set to rule 2026, and this leather blazer is pierced to perfection.

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: Black

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Polo Ralph Lauren is representative of a minimalist polish; This hourglass blazer is a testament to that.

Sizes: 00-18

Colors: Polo Black

Elongated waistlines have also dominated runways and as of late. This reddish color is peak sharpness.

Sizes: 00-16

Colors: Carnelian Red

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What do I think is “in” for the new year? Layering with as little fuss as possible.

Sizes: XXS-XL

Colors: Black

Power dressing is epitomized in this padded blazer. These pleats signify serious business.

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: Charcoal

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Classic Column Tailored Belted Blazer

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Why choose between a boxy or sculpted blazer when you can have both? This one includes a removable waist wrap, so you can switch to a cinched look whenever the cubicle calls for it.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Black

Tailored Peplum Blazer

Now 25% Off

If I could hold your hand while I say this, I would: Peplum is really and truly back. And after seeing it on the likes of Elle Fanning and Emma Stone, I’m not upset about this early-aughts revival. Take, for instance, this refined wool blazer from COS.

Sizes: 2-14

Colors: Black

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Here, a wool and cashmere blend creates a blazer so cozy, you won’t want to retire it come day’s end.

Sizes: 00-12

Colors: Taupe/Camel, Chaney Black/Grey

I’ve always had a soft spot for a pinstriped blazer. This ASOS take remixes it within an hourglass silhouette.

Sizes: 0-14

Colors: Navy Pinstripe

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Leave it to Jacquemus to bring a dose of playfulness to office dressing. This jacket is as sculptural as it is refined.

Sizes: 32-40

Colors: Black

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