When it comes to getting dressed, sometimes you just can't beat the classics. Jeans and a nice top for when you're meeting up with friends, a little black dress for date night, and a blazer for, well... any occasion really, when you want to look pulled-together and polished. Admittedly, these combos can start to feel a little tired after a while. That's when we rely on new-season trending colours and prints to revive our go-to pairings and give them a new lease of life.
That's exactly the case for Next's monochrome polka dot single-breasted blazer. Cut in a classic silhouette with two front flap pockets, the traditional style has been instantly updated for SS26 thanks to its crisp white colourway that's decorated all over with a ditsy black polka dot print.
You don't need us to tell you polka dots have been everywhere the past couple of seasons and are set to stick around this spring in a big way. More fun than florals, they're the eye-catching pattern that feels timeless yet simultaneously current. Spotted adorning dresses, blouses, maxi skirts and more, Next's blazer is one of the more wearable iterations we've seen on the high street.
Although there is a coordinating polka dot mini skirt also available, we'd instead choose to style this design with jeans for a more versatile take. With dark indigo jeans in a wide-leg, bootcut or straight fit, it's a smart enough ensemble for work that will seamlessly transition to post-office drinks, too. Or, try dressing it down with light-wash jeans and Birkenstocks for a more casual take.
However you style it, a plain white tee underneath is a must.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
