Like a Boss! The Perfect Business Outfit
Think workwear is all suits and ties? Today’s business fashion has so much more to offer. How do you mix fabrics, colours and silhouettes to create a look that’s both on-trend and professional? Here are our top tips for a powerful business look.
Cracking the business dress code?
The business world has many dress codes, and it's not always easy to get it right. The popular business casual look, for example, has many nuances: If the dress code is Casual, it's best to leave your jeans in the wardrobe. Plain-coloured chinos, a smart top that covers your arms, and trainers are the perfect choice. Smart Casual usually means a shirt, trousers and a blazer for men, while women can opt for a blouse with a skirt or trousers. Business Casual calls for suits, but you can skip the tie or overly classic colours.
Equal rights for all – even when it comes to business outfits!
Unless you work in a bank or an embassy, you can be pretty flexible with the rules of business fashion – even breaking classic stereotypes. Women's business outfits are borrowing silhouettes and styles from menswear. Men are embracing more tailored cuts. And absolutely everyone is ready for a splash of colour. A business outfit in red, emerald or sky blue? Go for it! It's no secret that sneakers are now just as business-appropriate as pumps and oxfords. But the office isn't a catwalk: business sneakers should have a slim design, be one solid colour and have a relatively flat sole.
It's the Power Details That Count!
There's a clear business trend for the ladies right now: an oversized blazer paired with smart trousers and trainers. This oversized look is especially stylish in classic business colours from camel to black, but with a much more relaxed fit. Waistbands are moving from the hip to the waist, and a high-quality basic t-shirt can take the place of a blouse. Rolled-up sleeves and trouser legs create a look that's cool and casual, yet still professional. Alternatively, you can draw the focus upwards by choosing a fitted jacket or blazer with prominent shoulders. Clean lines and quality fabrics are a must here. Heels or smart lace-ups will underline your serious fashion statement. You can skip the extra accessories – your power suit is the star of the show.
