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From sculptural silhouettes to oversized styles, these are the high-neck blazers making a strong case for retiring your traditional lapels.
Fashion’s fixation with the funnel neck is showing no signs of slowing down. What began as a love affair with high-collared leather jackets and sculptural outerwear has steadily infiltrated almost every corner of our wardrobes. From the exaggerated silhouettes championed by Phoebe Philo to the funnel-neck designs spotted at Khaite, Altuzarra, Ashlyn and Nanushka, designers have been making a compelling case for keeping our collars up. And now? It’s the humble blazer’s turn for a makeover.
Forget everything you thought you knew about traditional tailoring. The coolest blazers right now are doing away with conventional lapels in favour of high, face-framing necklines that make even the simplest outfit look infinitely more considered. On the autumn/winter 2026 catwalks, Jonathan Anderson explored the sculptural possibilities of tailoring at Dior, reworking the house’s iconic Bar jacket with playful peplums and an emphasis on the neckline. Meanwhile, Mugler leaned into sharp, architectural shoulders and commanding stand collars. The message? This season, it’s all about making a statement from the neck up.
And while the catwalk iterations might be wonderfully dramatic, the high street has been quick to translate the trend into something altogether more wearable. Whether your tailoring tastes lean towards minimalist neutrals, boardroom-ready pinstripes or a statement shade that does all the talking, there’s a high-neck blazer with your name on it.
Better still, the styling possibilities are practically endless. Throw one over a slinky slip dress for an evening out, button it up with tailored wool trousers for the office or use its sharp silhouette to lend a little polish to your baggiest barrel-leg jeans come the weekend. It’s a hard-working wardrobe addition that makes everything you already own feel a little more interesting. And isn’t that exactly what a good investment piece should do?
Marks & Spencer tailored asymmetric blazer
This M&S blazer has become a firm favourite among fashion editors, and it’s easy to see why. The sculptural silhouette, asymmetric detailing and button-free lapel give it a beautifully minimalist feel. It’s destined to sell out.
Aligne Daphne blazer
Looking to inject some colour into your wardrobe? This rich burgundy blazer does exactly that. Better still, it comes in a range of equally chic shades and silhouettes.
Lemaire double-breasted tailored jacket
Lemaire is a minimalist’s dream, and this blazer is a masterclass in tailoring. Crafted from a lightweight tropical wool blend with a subtle mottled finish, the double-breasted design reimagines classic suiting through the brand’s signature lens of refined, understated elegance.
Dissh Vida mushroom stand collar blazer
In a chic mushroom hue, this Diish blazer offers a softer alternative to classic neutrals. Elegant, understated and a little unexpected, it’s a colour that makes an outfit feel instantly more expensive.
Mango straight-cut blazer with stand-up collar
Every wardrobe needs a black blazer, but this Mango style is anything but basic. The high-neck silhouette gives it a directional feel. Style with baggy grey jeans, a roll-neck knit and ballet flats for effortless off-duty cool.
Massimo Dutti 100% wool blazer with contrasting suede neck
Texture lovers, take note. Crafted from pure wool, this Massimo Dutti blazer feels as luxurious as it looks, while the contrasting suede neckline adds a fashion-forward feel.
Never Fully Dressed navy pinstripe fold over blazer
A pinstripe blazer is always a wise choice, and this navy iteration feels especially elevated thanks to its sharp lines and sophisticated high-neck design.
Zara blazer with contrast trims
If you favour a more fitted cut, let Zara’s blazer be your next investment. Less oversized and more figure-skimming, it’s finished with contrasting trims that add a polished point of difference.
Asos Design funnel-neck wrap blazer in check
Checks are a perennial autumn/winter favourite and this style taps perfectly into the season’s countryside-inspired mood. With its funnel-neck silhouette, it feels both timeless and strikingly The Traitors-coded.
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