The blazer dress - or tuxedo dress - is a fail-safe if you're going out for drinks and there's absolutely nothing to wear in your wardrobe packed full of clothes. We've all been there.
Seen on everyone from Kendall Jenner to Meghan Markle, it's one of the easiest pieces to style, whether you keep it simple with a black number, delicate jewellery and barely-there heels, or choose a bold bright colour and pair it with matching platforms.
The best blazer dresses at a glance
- The best classic black blazer dress: Mango Belted Blazer Dress
- The best camel blazer dress: Karen Millen Tailored Blazer Dress
- The best royal-worthy blazer dress: Reiss Peyton Blazer Dress
- The best hot pink blazer dress: Club L London Cloud Catching Blazer Dress
Celebrities and royals wearing blazer dresses
With several in her latest autumn/winter collection, it's no surprise Victoria Beckham loves a blazer dress. The Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer tends to go for classic black with matching stiletto heels, and most recently completed the look with a pair of patterned tights, as seen above at Paris Fashion Week.
Meghan Markle is a longtime fan of the blazer dress. She looked so chic in a mini long-sleeved style by Canadian label Judith and Charles to accompany Prince Harry at a gala back in 2018 (pictured above), and has been seen in countless styles over the years, including a white sleeveless piece to introduce Prince Archie to the world at Windsor Castle.
© MediaPunch/Bauer-GriffinKendall Jenner demonstrates the appeal of a satin blazer dress in a neutral hue during the colder months. She was spotted looking gorgeous arriving at a Stuart Weitzman event in New York City, completing the outfit with sheer tights, pointed heels and hoop earrings.
How to style a blazer dress
A staple for every season, just add a clutch bag, a leather jacket, sky-high stilettos or platform heels and you're good to go. Or if the weather is sub-zero, a longline wool-blend coat and a pair of leather heeled ankle boots or knee-high boots work equally well.
How we chose the best blazer dresses
- New-in: All of the blazer dresses in this edit are from our favourite brand's new autumn/winter collections.
- Style: We've chosen a mix of classic black and neutral pieces as well as bright colours from hot pink to cobalt blue - so there's something to suit every taste.
- Price: In this edit you'll find dresses to suit a range of budgets, from £34-£269.
The best blazer dresses to shop this autumn
From Mango's elegant blazer dress to a statement piece from H&M, scroll on for nine of the best pieces to shop online now.
Mango Blazer Dress
Evening outfits don't come much more chic than this Mango blazer dress paired with black pointed stilettos or knee-high leather boots. Designed to look like an oversized suit jacket cinched at the waist with a belt, we love it styled with slicked back hair.
Karen Millen Tailored Blazer Dress
Made from ultra luxe fabric, Karen Millen's camel blazer dress is timeless and sophisticated. The mini dress has a dramatic self tie for a cinched silhouette and cascading gold polished button detailing down the front. We'd wear it with with barely-there stilettos and gold jewellery.
Reiss Peyton Blazer Dress
We could definitely see Meghan Markle in this classic blazer dress from Reiss. The popular tuxedo mini has a double-breasted design with padded shoulders and falls just above the knee. Featuring a fitted silhouette and waist belt, it's so easy to style as a chic all-black outfit. Make it party-ready with a sequin bag.
River Island Blazer Dress
Cut in check bouclé fabric, this River Island blazer is reminiscent of styles worn by Princess Kate - but in a more daring cut. The preppy piece features a double breasted design with notch lapels and pearlescent button detail.
ASOS Blazer Dress
For a blazer dress in cream, we love this one from ASOS. It comes in the perfect figure-skimming cut and has a belted waist with a sultry cut-away at the back. Wear it with metallic or nude accessories.
H&M Blazer Dress
H&M has the best collection of blazer dresses, but if you're looking for one in a statement hue, this one in cobalt blue should be at the top of your shopping list. The mini dress is fully-lined for ultimate comfort and looks amazing with gold jewellery.
AllSaints Blazer Dress
Another timeless piece, AllSaints' chic black mini blazer dress has a fitted silhouette with long sleeves and structured shoulders. It has a contrast collar in a mini-length shape and statement jewelled buttons to add a little party season sparkle.
Club L London Blazer Dress
Looking for a blazer dress in a hot pink hue? This one is comes with a voluminous trim for a truly statement piece. The single-breasted mini dress features peak lapels, a traditional welt pocket and flattering tapering waist darts.
