Are you looking for tips creating workwear outfits from a casual wardrobe? Here’s what I did to curate outfits for work without too much outlay.
Corporate wear has changed significantly over the last 18 months with most swapping suit trousers to soft pants while working from home.
I’ve curated my wardrobe over the years so it can blend everyday outfits with going out attire.
But recently I upped my game with my workwear.
Our workplace is smart casual, and because most of us work from home, the workwear guide is quite relaxed.
However, when going for an interview or a higher level position, dressing for the part is necessary for making an impression. It can also help with mindset.
I added a few pieces to intermix with existing items in my wardrobe to create key corporate outfits I can wear when heading into the office or the city. Dressing the part has elevated my mindset, even if I’ve felt out of my comfort zone learning a new job.
Winter Workwear Ideas
Here are just some of my workwear outfits I’ve created using a mix of new pieces and casual attire.
Leopard Print Clash
Knit: Ally Fashion, Scarf: Vine Apparel, Pleather Skirt: Styling You The Label (no longer available) Here is similar Boots: Frankie 4 Footwear
Dress and Blazer
Blazer: Portmans, Dress: Little Party Dress, Flat Shoes: Frankie 4 Footwear
Blouse and Pleather Pants
Blazer: Portmans, Blouse: Witchery, Pleather Pants: Sussan here is similar Shoes: Frankie 4 Footwear
Stripe Pants and Blazer
Blazer: Portmans, Blouse: Witchery, Pants: Bohemian Traders – here are similar, Shoes: Frankie 4 Footwear
What I bought to add to my wardrobe
The key pieces I invested in to create these outfits were
2 Puff Sleeve Blouses from Witchery
Tips for Creating Workwear Outfits from a Casual Wardrobe
If you do work in a job where going to the office is a requirement a few times a week, look at what clothes you already own which can transition to workwear.
- Black, white and navy always look sharp for corporate wear.
- Adding leopard print or embracing details via different textures can add interest to an outfit
- Black pants are versatile… but what black pants do you already own which can transition to workwear? I got rid of my black pants years ago due to them not fitting and I didn’t reach for them as much as I thought. Last winter, I bought a pair of black pleather pants from Sussan, which finally had their debut at work this winter.
- A blazer can instantly elevate an outfit for the office.
- Invest in good quality leggings/tights for winter to wear with boots and flats.
- If gaping holes on button blouses make you self-conscious, invest in blouses with no buttons at the front. Witchery has great options on sale right now.
- Tie a fabric belt around a collared shirt or dress to create a necktie
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