All about business casual style

Business casual is a stricter version of casual casual. This style is distinguished by comfortable, but good, expensive fabrics, elegant, modern and comfortable cut, restrained color palette. Due to its versatility, business casual is considered one of the most popular destinations.

This style is not suitable for those who have a strict business dress code in their workplace (thin transparent bodily tights in any weather, classic suit, white shirt). Business casual has its own characteristics.

1. Formal, but not formal suit (skirt and jacket, jacket and trousers). Color - muted, monochromatic, or in a thin strip.
2. A blouse, top or shirt of a laconic cut, comfortable, possibly oversized (now it is fashionable).
3. If we talk about fabrics, then cheap knitwear is inappropriate. Fabrics should be of high quality, without shine and lurid prints.
4. Skirts of medium and midi length, straight, tight, pleated, with a wrap.
5. Trousers should be comfortable and stylish - slightly cropped narrow with arrows, or loose and long, slightly flared at the bottom, culottes.
6. If the company does not have strict rules, then jeans can also be included in the business casual. They should be solid, of high quality, without scuffs and holes.
7. Dresses must be present in the working wardrobe. These can be classic models such as a case of suitable length (up to the knee and slightly below). Models made of fabrics such as chiffon, silk will not work.

During the cold season business-casual style is suitable for classic-cut stylish coats, leather jackets with fur of a discreet cut. In the office, it is better to dress according to the principle of layering, for example, a long-sleeved shirt, knitted pullover, trousers or a midi-length leather skirt.

Business-casual style in clothes is comfortable and slightly relaxed, but not devoid of restraint. Clothes in this style can be worn by everyone who works in any government agencies, companies and offices where there is no strict dress code. For example, banks or large financial companies usually have strict rules. Business casual does not fit into these frameworks, so you should inquire at the workplace in advance about the required rules for clothing.

As for the type and figure, this style will suit absolutely any woman. Of course, provided that she herself will be comfortable in such clothes. This style is absolutely yours if you hate strict tight suits, uncomfortable shoes, classic shirts.

Clothes of any style are divided into basic and additional... It is enough to assemble several sets of the base so that things can be harmoniously combined with each other. Important: you need to choose clothes that are suitable in size. For obese women, there are many options for stylish business-casual clothes, the form is not important here at all.

In winter it is just as important to follow the style as it is in the summer. A winter wardrobe can consist of 1–2 basic outerwear, the main thing is that this top is combined with any wardrobe items and shoes. Women's shoes in the wardrobe should be represented by different models, but within the same style, if we are talking about an office version.

Stylists recommend always and everyone to have good basic clothes.... This means that in your wardrobe there should be several things that can be easily combined with each other, creating interesting stylish looks. Such clothes should be sustained not only in one style, but also in a cut. For example, you have 2 tops with thin straps: black and white. They can be combined with trousers and shoes, with jeans and semi-sports shoes, with skirts of different styles. A basic business-casual wardrobe consists of several items.

• 1-2-3 pairs of trousers, for example: classic tapered with arrows, cropped trousers with a high waist and a loose fit with a good length (so that the heel is almost closed), strict culottes. Trousers made of matte leather and eco-leather in earthy shades are also in fashion. This option is quite appropriate in the office.

• High quality jeans in 2 shades: black (dark gray) and classic blue. They should be without scuffs, without torn elements, with a medium or high waist, and not skinny.

• Basic tops: plain, matte opaque fabric. It can be a top with thin shoulder straps with a V-neck, a dense expensive T-shirt made of cotton or linen without inscriptions and drawings.

• Shirt / Blouse: oversized, without ruffles and bows, laconic cut, made of good fabric.

• Skirts: at least 2 in the wardrobe. The style and length are selected according to the figure and depending on preferences. “No” is better for tight-fitting models, mini skirts, denim skirts and models made of shiny fabrics.

• Turtlenecks 2-3 shades: milk, black, beige. These are things for all time.

• The dress: 2-3 models that can be combined with a jacket, jacket, light parka.

• Blazer or jacket in an informal style, but restrained, made of wool or chanel fabric, in a large check or solid color.

• Coat: made of gray, beige or dark blue wool. It is better to choose a classic model with a turn-down collar or a robe coat.

• In winter, the coat can be replaced with a fur coat., a strict warm parka or a leather jacket with fur of a free laconic cut.

Concerning shoe, then for a working wardrobe it is important to have several pairs of pumps with heels, a pair of low-heeled shoes, ankle boots for the off-season, leather sneakers. Winter shoes for work are laconic flat boots or with comfortable wide heels, ankle boots with heels, comfortable boots.

Of course, your work wardrobe may not only consist of the above base. Pullovers, cardigans, various accessories, for example:

• handbags
• belts;
• decorations;
• sunglasses.

These things should be combined in style with the base, not clash in shades and cut. If you want to add a warm, cozy cardigan to your look, then let it be a jacket made of soft yarn, without shine, natural shades, without any decor.

These things are great for everyday wear.... In this case, business casual goes well with the sport-chic style: bright fashionable sneakers with powerful soles, laconic oversized clothing, interesting accessories. Accessories shouldn't be plentiful, and there shouldn't be a lot of shiny details.

It's not enough to buy a fashion item to change your style. To match the chosen style, you should completely revise the wardrobe, disassemble it, leave things suitable for business-casual.

All things should go well with each other.... For example, a black tight ribbed turtleneck will look equally stylish with a current cut skirt, trousers, and loose jeans. A beige turtleneck is another great top option that can be combined with light-colored pants or a skirt.

Secrets of creating the right business-casual look:

• natural materials;
• calm basic shades;
• length of skirts and dresses - no higher than the knee;
• exclude deep and provocative neckline and translucent fabrics;
• clothes should not be tight (loose fit is in fashion now);
• Quality accessories: It's better to have one expensive, good bag that fits your entire wardrobe than a few budget ones made of poor material.

If you want to look fashionable, but at the same time restrained and with a twist, try certain looks.

• For example, loose, light-colored high-waisted milky jeans, sand-colored suede ankle boots with thick heels, oversized beige / sand-colored sweater. Complete this ensemble with a dark brown leather belt. At the same time, the sweater should be tucked into jeans - this is the main rule. Another option: leather cropped straight skinny pants in a dark shade, a light jacket in a large cage, ankle boots and a wide belt at the waist in a cognac shade... Looks restrained and fresh. If you want a more romantic and feminine look, then take a flared midi skirt made of thin suede, a voluminous pullover and pointed boots with heels... A belt at the waist will complete the look. These looks are great for cool weather or winter. In winter, a warm coat and a leather parka are suitable as outerwear.

• In summer, we replace ankle boots with mules, pullovers - with loose shirts made of soft flowing, but not transparent fabric. Pants can be straight, cropped or long, slightly flared at the bottom.

• A more relaxed summer option will turn out if you combine a white thick cotton T-shirt, gray loose long trousers and white concise sneakers. This look is perfect for a Friday office and meeting with friends after work.

• Concise midi-length shirt dress plus mules or other comfortable shoes are also great for the summer office.

• Another stylish and discreet example for the summer - plain linen jumpsuit, sleeveless, with wide legs of good length and closed chest... Low-heeled or wedge mules work best. This thing is not basic, but it will perfectly fit into the business casual style.

• Light pastel shades refresh well in summer. Another stylish example: a powder pink pantsuit, a white top, and heeled shoes. For an office, it is better to change it to a closed version.