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Celebrities are loving this Jean Paul Gaultier blazer that you could never wear to work

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Kourtney Kardashian
Kourtney Kardashian

There are certain items of clothing that can make you feel powerful, professional and give you a major confidence boost - a blazer is one of them.

This is the unofficial uniform of chic women, a tried-and-tested wardrobe staple for professional power dressing.

Luxury and retail designers are busy re-imagining this garment, further solidifying its staying power.

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These days, however, we have spotted the return of a blazer trend that was debuted by Jean Paul Gaultier in the Spring/Summer 2015 collection.

This asymmetrical blazer look is relatively simple; you wear a winsome bra, and an open blazer. No shirt needed whatsoever.

Basically, half your body is clad in a blazer, and the other half is bare-ish. 

UK singer Rita Ora donned the runway look after it's debut, revealing a bra made of silver metallic leather.

Rita Ora in a Jean Paul Gaultier suit

We spotted it once again on our favourite celebrities and there’s no telling how far this revival will go. 

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Kourtney Kardashian rocked the JPG ensemble at John Legend’s 40th birthday last week Saturday.

The reality star donned the sultry off-the-shoulder blazer, revealing a matching halterneck bralet underneath. 

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Bond, James Bond

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For a second, she actually made us question whether we really need both sleeves of the blazer anyway.

Blac Chyna also geared up in the bold blazer draped over one shoulder, complete with a white slip from Fashion Nova.

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Let’s make a deal! ?? @fashionnova

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Love it or hate it, it's an official must-have. Just don’t take it to the office. 

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