How you dress for the office (virtual or not) can have a major impact on how colleagues and clients see you as a professional in your career.
Whether you’ve landed a brand new job this year, recently switched up careers completely, or just want to increase your professional appearance at work, taking the time to make sure you’ve dressed appropriately every day will greatly benefit your work performance.
Not only will it improve how others see you, but it will also affect how you see yourself, helping boost confidence levels that will no doubt have a positive impact on your behaviour and work, especially if you’re looking to get a promotion.
Today, we’ve put together some essential workwear style must-haves, as well as shared some tips and tricks to help you make a start on your workwear wardrobe.
Womenswear
Although it’s important to dress professionally and smartly while at work, it’s also important to dress comfortably. No one wants to feel uncomfortable while sitting at their desk or running errands all day, and it could prevent you from working effectively too.
Start with a few staple pieces and then add on to those with accessories if you choose. For example, start with a dress, handbag and flats of your choice to create a classic office look that’s comfortable, stylish and easy to piece together.
When it comes to choosing the brands of designer handbags, dresses and shoes, there are many different reputable designer brands available that are perfect for the workplace.
You can’t go wrong with a beautiful Ted Baker dress. Effortlessly elegant, Ted Baker dresses are known for incorporating floral designs and gentle colours, bringing springtime patterns to life all year round.
For handbags and shoes, a Michael Kors crossbody bag, shoulder bag or clutch is a classic, while Melissa shoes are some of the comfiest shoes available on the designer market today.
Made with eco-friendly Melflex® plastic, these Vivienne Westwood flat shoes each have a signature scented finish and boast cushioned footbeds and non-slip soles for ultimate comfort throughout the day.
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- Melissa Women’s Black Links Doll Shine Shoes
- Ted Baker Women’s White Vanilla Kally Peplum Frill Midi Dress
- Michael Kors Women’s Black Hudson XS Dome Crossbody Bag
Menswear
For men, picking those comfortable staple workwear pieces may be harder, depending on how formal your workplace is.
While some workplaces require a shirt and tie, others might not. This is why it’s important to make sure you have enough smart items of clothing readily available, especially if you’re starting a new company where you’re unsure of the everyday dress code.
Hugo Boss is a good brand to start with for men’s workwear. For example, for a more casual office, a Hugo BOSS polo shirt is ideal. However, for more formal attire, Hugo BOSS shirts are smart and offer a well-desired fit.
For both smart and casual workplaces, a pair of black trousers are a staple piece that can be worn in many different ways. Tommy Hilfiger trousers are an ideal choice, as they are comfortable, fashionable and made with only the highest quality materials.
When it comes to footwear, making your choice heavily depends on the dress code of your workplace. Shoes can really make or break an outfit, so having multiple pairs to switch to is vital to ensure you’re dressing appropriately.
Ted Baker offers a wide variety of shoes, including Ted Baker boots and Ted Baker trainers, both of which are suitable for different office dress codes.
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- HUGO Men’s Blue Kason Small Geo Slim Fit L/s Shirt
- HUGO Men’s Dark Red Dauter Star Collar S/s Polo Shirt
- Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Jet Black Tapered Flex Trousers
- Ted Baker Men’s Black Dennton Brogue Trainers
- Ted Baker Men’s Black Tradd Elastic Ankle Boots
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