00:00Move over Barbicore, now it's time for the real heavy hitters.
00:17Quite literally, because the oversized blazers of the 80s are once again rocking our lives.
00:23From Ranbir Singh to Ranbir Royalty, everyone is a part of this trend.
00:30Anyway, it was the time of the 80s when nothing was too much.
00:34The hair was so big that you had to think before sitting in the cab.
00:38And even in the gym, the thong was worn from above.
00:41Today, in Fursay Fashion, we hear the story of oversized blazers.
00:45With their amazing comeback and some cool styling tips.
00:49So that you too can effortlessly rock this iconic trend.
01:01Blazer is traditionally a thigh-length double-breasted jacket.
01:05The brass buttons on its sleeves reflect the origins of this garment.
01:13Blazers started in the 19th century as sporty windbreakers.
01:17These blazers were worn by Oxford and Cambridge rowers.
01:21They were quite loose fitting, just like today's modern windbreakers.
01:25And they were designed to keep the rowers warm.
01:29The blazers they wore were in a blazing shade of red.
01:33That's why they were called Blazers.
01:36Another version is that in 1837, Captain HMS Blazer
01:41ordered a new uniform for his crew on a royal visit to Queen Victoria.
01:47This uniform was named Blazer.
01:49But to understand the origins of oversized blazers, we have to go back to the 1980s.
01:58This was a time when everything was big.
02:02This decade was full of indulgence.
02:04Big hair, big car, and yes, big shoulders.
02:08This was the beginning of the power suit revolution.
02:11Oversized blazers often had so many wide shoulder pads that they could fit two subway seats.
02:17But why the 80s?
02:23The pain of the 80s was to break boundaries.
02:25Especially for women, who came into the workforce.
02:28In a society where boardrooms were still largely dominated by men,
02:34women made fashion a tool of empowerment.
02:37An oversized blazer was not just powerful in looks.
02:40It was a symbol of a woman's desire to be seen as a serious working professional.
02:45But what makes it so powerful?
02:48The answer to this is hidden in the design of the garment.
02:51The oversized silhouette created a sharp, angular look, which was of a militaristic nature.
02:57By adopting the elements of men's fashion, women could gain control over their image
03:01and project authority.
03:03While colors, textures, and embellishments created femininity.
03:08Working Girl made the oversized blazer a badge of honor for ambitious women.
03:13Tess McGill showed her executive rise through this blazer.
03:17Men's wear was also entering a new era.
03:20Blazers became boxy and roomy due to their slim and trim.
03:24Armani made it fashionable with its first collection of unstructured men's blazers in 1975.
03:31Blazers gained sex appeal by wearing Armani in the 1980 blockbuster film American Gigolo.
03:38David Bowie wore oversized suits in his thin white Duke era with sharp cuts and sleek lines,
03:44which perfectly blended masculine and feminine aesthetics.
03:48Madonna's oversized blazers, which were often paired with lingerie or corsets,
03:53gave an edgy femininity to the traditional masculine look.
03:57The mix of corporate chic and rebellious pop culture took the blazer to a new level.
04:02Today, we are witnessing the revival of the 80s,
04:05where high-waisted jeans have been replaced by neon colors, sub-runways, and Instagram feeds.
04:11Fashion often runs in 20-year cycles, so it's not surprising that the 80s are back.
04:21But how can you wear them in 2024?
04:24In a word, versatility.
04:26From biker shorts to denim skirts, they are paired together.
04:31The key to wearing oversized blazers today is balance.
04:34In the 80s, bulk on top of bulk was a trend.
04:37Oversized blazers with baggy pants.
04:40Today's style is leaning towards contrast.
04:43That's why celebs and influencers often pair their blazers with fitted, structured pieces,
04:49whether it's a crop top, slim pencil skirt, or skinny jeans.
04:53That's why the overall look is polished, not overwhelming.
04:57Princess Diana's iconic blazer and jeans combo from the 90s,
05:01which Haley transforms with her fitted biker shorts and chunky sneakers.
05:07Male celebrities like Harry Styles have also made oversized blazers a part of the gender-neutral fashion movement.
05:13In Bollywood, Ranveer Singh, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Gauri Khan have repeatedly worn this look.
05:19Oversized blazers are no longer just a symbol of power.
05:22They are also a symbol of individuality, expression, and versatility.
05:26Whether you dress it up for a night out or keep it casual for a brunch,
05:30oversized blazers are here to stay.
05:32So have you adopted this style?
05:34Let us know in the comments.
05:36And before you leave, like and subscribe to Nazaria.
05:39I'm Hasanaka, I'll see you soon. Bye!
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