A cape jacket, also called a cape blazer or a blazer with long cap sleeves, is super chic and certainly more interesting visually than a basic blazer. I’ve worn the BCBGMAXAZRIA black cape blazer pictured above many times and have always received compliments on it. I like this style because it has some shoulder padding, closes at the waist and is very tailored.

Cape blazers look great worn over almost anything. Wear with skirts or pants for a professional look or dress up the styles for an evening out. They look elegant over an evening gown (instead of a traditional coat) if you’re attending a formal event. Try wearing a cape jacket with jeans and a cute top for a more casual style. Tops should either be long sleeve or sleeveless under cape blazers.

Another chic tailored cut cape blazer with shoulder pads is by Gamisote. The Gamisote Women’s Cape Blazer is available in a variety of colors and sizes.

A cape blazer is definitely a piece worth having in your closet!