The new academic and business season has already begun. This means that a strict dress code has legally returned to our lives: a black and white color palette and matching shoes. On the one hand, we managed to miss trouser suits, classic shirts and pencil skirts during holidays, vacations and 30-degree heat, but on the other hand, all this monotony can get boring very quickly.
Of course, many companies and educational institutions now deliberately abandon dress codes, giving employees and students complete freedom to choose what to wear. But some still adhere to clear and established rules that they must comply with. By the way, we recently prepared a material in which we talked about what dress codes can be violated, because they are hopelessly outdated.
Yes, today we will move on to an even more interesting topic, codenamed “How to break the dress code without breaking it?” In our material we will share life hacks on how to cheat the strict business style system and stay in the dark.
Add accessories
The first thing you can do to prevent your outfit from looking boring is to add accessories. We are talking about belts, scarves, bags, hats, as well as key chains and hair clips. For example, a casual black pantsuit will be coolly completed with trendy glasses in geek-chic style, a burgundy bag with a body kit and a belt with an accent buckle. Everything looks legit but looks like the picture on Pinterest.
Focus on decoration
Don’t forget about the accessories. Although it’s considered bad manners to wear statement earrings, bracelets, and necklaces in the office, this rule is now considered outdated. So don’t be afraid to add big drop earrings, studs, or cuffs to your outfit of a fitted blouse, pencil skirt, knee socks, and pointed slingbacks. It’ll look really cool.
Stick to the approved color palette
Academic and business style mostly includes four colors: white, black, navy and gray. If you want to break the dress code gently, just choose clothes in these tones. For example, black straight jeans will be a perfect accompaniment to a classic shirt, while white long sleeves will look great with suit pants or a gray skirt.
Focus on texture and shape
As we have learned before, experimenting with color in the office or at school will not work. So we are left with texture and shape. Keep structured items in your wardrobe, such as jackets with a strict architecture. Yes, they look very formal, but at the same time, you will not feel like you are dressed like everyone else.
Choose something not so classic
There is now a special demand in the market for up-to-date and not-so-ordinary classics. The brand’s collections include jackets with white stitching with accentuated seams, skirts and shirts with raw hems, extra-long trousers and short jackets. All of these can be taken into account for trendy office looks and mixed with more familiar things in the wardrobe.
Don’t forget the shoes
Shoes also play a big role and can become the missing accent in the image. Just add square-toe heels, flats with accent straps, burgundy loafers or pointed-toe boots to prevent even the most basic office look from looking boring.
Choose unusual socks
Who said socks have to be black, grey or white? Even serious politicians like to add brightly colored socks to their business looks. We suggest you follow their example and go a little more vulgar. Check out how cool red socks look with classic trousers, white long sleeves and a sweater.
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Source: People Talk
Elizabeth Cabrera is an author and journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a talent for staying up-to-date on the latest news and trends, Elizabeth is dedicated to delivering informative and engaging articles that keep readers informed on the latest developments.
