red blazers

Blake Lively looks flawless in floor-length gowns, but when the actress stepped out in NYC working a fiery Michael Kors blazer ($1,595) with matching cropped pants ($695) and caged Christian Louboutin sandals ($1,695), she managed to top herself. She accessorized her bright-red suit and edgy heels with onyx hoop earrings and a loose updo. Channel Blake's sleek style on a budget with this red Pendleton blazer ($228) and red Rag & Bone trousers ($290) at the office, then add a statement necklace for happy hour.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z were spotted having a romantic date night in Paris, and you better believe the singer dressed for the part. She wore this red contrast-collar Dsquared blazer ($868, originally $1,240) with a white silk tank, black leather J Brand pants ($895), chain-strap sandals, a tiger-print Alexander McQueen clutch ($525), and of course her signature pair of funky flat-top sunglasses. As exemplified by Beyoncé, a red blazer is the best way to instantly jazz up any outfit, so either snag her exact one, or if that's too pricey, this red silk Joie blazer ($388) will work, too. Shop Beyoncé's Parisian date look, including her exact jacket, pants, and bag, below!

Kristen Stewart stopped by Jay Leno's The Tonight Show studio in LA wearing a too-cool combination: Rebecca Minkoff's red Becky blazer, black leather pants by J Brand, a James Dean tee by Dolce & Gabbana, and black Bloch oxfords. The actress is known for loving her t-shirt, jeans, and sneakers, but we love it when she dresses up her signature fashion formula. This outfit is still true to her style, only a polished version. To get in on Kristen's rad look, buy her exact tee, leather pants, and lace-up shoes now. Then top it off with a bold red blazer for extra pizazz. To get even more fancy, swap the oxfords for pumps, sandals, or booties.

Some stars opt to wear sweats while traveling, but not Emmy Rossum. On the contrary, the actress showed off a sassy airport look that's just as ideal for the streets as it is the terminals. She started with the basics: a white tee tucked into a pair of Joe's Jeans skinny flares. Then here's where the real excitement kicked in, when instead of a hoodie, Emmy threw on a bright red blazer. Matching red drop earrings added even more pizazz, while tan lace-up oxfords brought the look back down to earth. If, like Emmy, you're an on-the-go gal, consider investing in a red blazer. It'll bring life to everything from jeans to a little black dress to work trousers to flirty skirts. To get the look, shop our favorite red blazer — and more fab Emmy-inspired pieces — below.

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