A good blazer is a no-brainer when it comes to any functioning wardrobe, and here The Handbook’s Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor, Astrid Carter, rounds up the best currently found on the high street.

It’s the piece that pulls everything together, makes you feel polished, and affords quick and easy dressing when you have little time. I like to think of a great blazer as the top-quality extra virgin olive oil of the wardrobe – quietly doing all the work while taking little of the glory. It can make even the simplest looks of jeans and a white tee feel intentional and so stylish. 

The high street has some great options this season, from cinched waists to preppy herringbone, warm wools to menswear-inspired tailoring. Here are the ones I rate… 

Woman with long wavy hair, channelling Fashion Editor vibes, wears a light grey High Street blazer, white polo neck, and dark trousers while taking a mirror selfie in a fitting room with clothes hanging on the wall beside her.

Structured Wool-Blend Blazer | £189 | COS

A woman with wavy hair takes a mirror selfie in a changing room, wearing a High Street Blazers checked jacket over a peach top and dark trousers. Various clothes hang on hooks, and a faux fur coat adds Fashion Editor flair to the background.

Tailored Wool-Blend Blazer | WAS £169 NOW £87 | & OTHER STORIES

COS and & Other Stories are two of my go-tos when it comes to high street tailoring.

A person wearing a loose grey High Street blazer, matching jumper, and wide-leg dark jeans stands against a plain background, holding a large brown handbag and channelling confidence like a Fashion Editor.
Collarless Blazer
H&M, £44.99
A woman wearing a structured, light beige blazer—one of the best blazers favoured by any fashion editor—stands against a plain white background. She has straight brown hair and gold hoop earrings, exemplifying chic high street blazers style.
Tapered Merino-Wool Blazer
& Other Stories, £169
A woman stands against a plain white wall wearing a light grey High Street blazer, dark blue wide-leg jeans, and brown shoes. Her long dark hair is parted in the middle as she gazes slightly to the side, exuding fashion editor poise.
Check Cinch Waist Blazer
Topshop, £85
A person with long brown hair wears a loose-fitting light grey suit—one of this season's best blazers—and holds a black rectangular bag, standing against a plain white background.
A person with long light brown hair, dressed in a light grey High Street blazer and matching trousers, stands with their back to the camera against a plain white background—a look fit for a Fashion Editor.
Structured Wool-Blend Blazer
COS, £189

I love the back detailing on this COS light grey piece – adding interesting detailing to an otherwise quite corporate look.

A person with long dark hair wears an oversized brown High Street Blazers suit with a matching tie and light beige shirt, standing against a plain, light-coloured wall—a look worthy of a Fashion Editor.
2 Button Relaxed Fit Blazer
Topshop, £68
A brown tweed blazer with a notched lapel, single-button fastening, two front flap pockets, and long sleeves, laid flat on a light background—a true High Street Blazers pick for any Fashion Editor’s wardrobe.
Herringbone Wool Blend Blazer
John Lewis, £71.40 (was £119)
A woman styled like a Fashion Editor wears an oversized black High Street blazer, black sunglasses, and holds a dark textured handbag against a plain light background. Her hair is tied back with loose strands framing her face.
Oversized Wool-Blend Blazer
H&M, £119.99
A person, styled like a fashion editor, wears a black high street blazer over a white shirt and holds a large black handbag. Only the lower part of their face is visible as they stand against a light grey background.
black blazer
Hopsack Wool Blazer
Arket, £199

The perfect black blazer can make even the simplest look of jeans and a white tee feel intentional.

A woman with long dark hair, styled like a fashion editor, wears one of the best high street blazers—a black suit jacket over a black top—standing against a white textured wall, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.
Suit Jacket With Scarf
Mango, £79.99
A woman stands against a light wall in a dark brown High Street blazer suit with wide-leg trousers, a white shirt, and brown tie. She holds a dark clutch, her long hair loose—a look worthy of any Fashion Editor.
Double-Breasted Check Jacket
Mango, £89.99
A person wearing a cream-coloured High Street blazer and black trousers poses against a plain light grey background, holding a large black clutch bag under one arm—an ensemble worthy of any Fashion Editor.
High Neck Satin Blazer
Massimo Dutti, £169
A dark brown tailored blazer with a notched lapel, four black buttons, and multiple flap pockets—an essential pick for any Fashion Editor in search of the Best Blazers, presented against a plain white background.
Blazer with Pockets & Lapel Collar
Massimo Dutti, £169

Although at a higher price point, I’m always a big fan of Massimo Dutti’s tailoring. This blazer is so good – it’s giving me vintage YSL vibes.

A woman with long hair, styled like a true Fashion Editor, wears a dark maroon high street blazer, a sheer scarf, and blue jeans. She holds a black bag whilst walking in a minimalist room with white walls and black rectangular frames.
A person stands against a plain background, styled like a Fashion Editor in a dark brown coat over a jumper, white trousers, and holding a black leather bag under their arm.
Doublé Wool-Blend Blazer
Arket, £189
A single-breasted, camel-coloured blazer with notched lapels, two front flap pockets, and a tailored fit—this High Street Blazer is curated for the discerning Fashion Editor and displayed against a white background.
Long Twill Blazer
H&M, £74.99
A woman with short brown hair, styled like a true fashion editor, wears a textured dark grey high street blazer over a grey sweatshirt and black leather trousers, standing against a plain light background.
Jayde Italian Wool Blazer
Hush, £102 (was £200)
A person with long blonde hair wears a cream-coloured High Street blazer and matching knee-length shorts, holding a fluffy, light accessory. The blazer features an asymmetrical design with a decorative brooch near the collar.
A cream-coloured, tailored High Street blazer for women with a high collar, asymmetric front, two front flap pockets, and a decorative brooch near the collar—worthy of any Fashion Editor. Displayed against a white background.
Brooch-Detail Wrap Blazer
H&M, £49.99

Leaning into two big SS26 trends – wrap blazers & brooches – this is perfect in the evening with tailored trousers or make it work for day with barrel-leg jeans. 

A grey tailored blazer from High Street Blazers, featuring a textured black velvet collar, three black buttons, and two front flap pockets—perfect for a polished, Fashion Editor-approved look on a plain white background.
Check Tailored Blazer
Zara, £109
A person, reminiscent of a Fashion Editor, wearing a dark pinstripe suit and gold bracelet stands confidently with arms crossed near a window—embodying the bold style of High Street Blazers.
Alana Navy Pinstripe
Club L London, £165
A grey, textured blazer with a notched lapel, three-button front, and multiple pockets—a perfect pick for Fashion Editors seeking standout High Street Blazers, displayed elegantly against a plain white background.
Flecked Wool Blend Blazer
Massimo Dutti, £169
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