A blazer is a fabulously universal article of clothing. Short or long; professional or casual: Blazers look great on any body type.

Blazers have become the most versatile piece of outerwear out there. Take the same blazer you wore at the office or to a job interview, put a slinky camisole underneath, and head out to the clubs. You can also express your personal style with layers and accessories. (Broaches, for example, are nice accents to a solid-colored blazer.)

Plus, these aren't the same blazers your mom used to wear. Modern blazers won't have the bulky shoulder pads, making you look like a linebacker. Even short-sleeved blazers have become wardrobe must-haves.

Stars like Drew Barrymore and Jessica Alba show the world that blazers are back with style. Drew sports a comfy and casual look with a trendy tee under her blazer. But Jessica goes glam with sexy jeans, a flower-print blazer, and elegant gold earrings. Whatever way you wear it, a blazer lets you look stylishly cool.

But why should girls have all the fun? Blazers look awesome on guys, too. No need for a tie or fancy pants: nothing is sexier than a well-groomed man in a band T-shirt, a blazer, and jeans.

No one should be without a blazer this season. Denim, tweed or velvet, this trend is hot, and you don't want to miss out!