If you worry that all this time at home during lockdown has made you more comfortable in sweats than a suit, it may be time to smarten up your act. In fact, as the workforce tentatively begins to head back into the office, some reminders on how to dress smart and stay on-trend are precisely what is needed. Read on for more.
Statement suit
One of the most on-trend office-wear items to try out this year is the statement suit. Were taking a big statement as well, with bold colours like red, pink and black with matching trousers and double-breasted blazer! Yep, it’s an intense look. Still, it certainly suggests that you are confident in your abilities and guarantees that nobody will be able to ignore you in the boardroom, even if they try!
Of course, if a suit in all one colours is a little too matchy-matchy for you, you can always go for just the jacket option. In fact, items like these Jacqui E jackets in bolder colours such as red and pink can give you outfit just the right amount of flair. Not to mention that they can be teamed with skirts, dresses and trousers easily.
You can even team a jacket with a more boho piece to make it suitable for the office such as a slip skirt in chiffon or satin. This is because the unconventional nature of the floaty lower section of your outfit will be balanced with the structured formal jacket. Something that will give you a more professional, but still playful look.
Shirtdress
Shirt dresses are everywhere in 2020, and they make an excellent option for the office in summer, especially if you choose a cotton or linen option that can breathe as the weather heats up. However, this style of dress certainly isn’t only for the summer and can be worn in the office all year round.
In fact, it’s entirely possible to layer a long sleeve top or even another shirt under a shirt dress for a cooler weather, office-friendly look. Be sure to dress things up with a more formal shoe, and a neat hairstyle and a shirt dress will see your right for the office all year round.
Silk Shirt
While you may think that silk shirts are a fashion from time past, they can be adapted to on-trend workwear. Of course, it’s all in how you style them so be sure to pair them with some cigarette leg trousers and sandals or a structured shorter skirt.
Also, be sure to tuck your shirt in, around the back and on one side of your front. Don’t panic if you are not sure how to do this case, you can see a tutorial here.
Finally, avoid teaming your silk shorts with your slip skirt if you can. This is because while it may look ethereal and heavenly, it’s probably a bit too Florence and The Machine for the Office. Unless you work in fashion or the arts, that is.
