Building your business formal wardrobe does not mean you should wear a boring outfit. There are several tweaks to implement in your work style fashion. This can make you happy as you are building a contemporary business formal wardrobe. It is often said that there are no rules in fashion; not only-but also, fashion for you should be your own style. Never follow trends, wear what makes you comfortable yet ensure that it defines you and speaks elegantly of you. Incorporating these tips into your wardrobe makes compiling a work outfit easier.
It is not cheap to build a new business formal wardrobe from scratch neither is it easy. On the other hand, if you know what works for you, you can stick to what you already have by picking your formal wear from your everyday outfit without breaking a bank. You can also stick to a budget while you decide to go on a shopping spree to fill your wardrobe with stylish outfits that are suitable as your business formal wear.
In particular, investing in some basic wardrobe staples can be a vital effort to make your closet function suitably. A staple can allow you to style a certain outfit to look sophisticated more and work appropriate.
We all have the same problems when it comes to getting ready; we never have anything to wear even if we have a closet full of clothes. Thus, it is no different for a work outfit as we often become indecisive from staring at a closet filled with outfits yet nothing feels perfect for work wear.
Below are tips to consider when building a new business formal wardrobe
Note: Always balance your luxury brand with a high-street brand when shopping for a new wardrobe.
• Suits and Blazers
You need to consider buying a pair of classic professional suit and blazer. This suit and blazer would last you a long while as it is worth investing in the right piece. So, apart from your stylish blazer buy a great two-piece suit set to have that full business formal wears in your wardrobe. Always pick a classic and be sure to pick a colour you can wear all seasons. The following options are a good example to consider.
Business Formal Suit by Mango
Tweed Blazer by Ralph Lauren
Silk Tuxedo Blazer By Ralph Lauren
Jacket by Dorothy Perkins
• Shoes
Owning a comfortable pair of work shoes is key. The style for work shoes does not change but you could change the type of shoe you wear to work daily by picking out different designs of shoes appropriate to fit for work. Never forget to consider black and nude pumps also flats, as they are great essentials to build on.
Flats by Dorothy Perkins
Leather Pumps by Gianvito Rossi
Dorothy Perkins Stud Pumps
Suede Pumps by Prada
• Blouse, Tees and Shirts
You need to always mix and match different variety style of tops, blouses, tees and shirt to compliment your daily outfit. Shirts can be paired with any ensemble. Statement blouse is great with trousers and skirts, tees can be paired with a blazer when you do not feel like wearing a shirt or blouse. These pieces can be styled differently depending on your style choice. Incorporate different fabrics like silk, cotton etc. Stock up on camisoles for your shirts, as they are great to avoid skin showing through button gaps. Stylish camisoles are also great when paired with blazers as it can replace a shirt.
Shirt by HM
White Shirt by HM
HM Pattern Shirt
• Accessories
Shop statement pieces to accessorise your outfit. You may not have thought of accessories but, they are always good statements that take your outfit from a basic to an extra with a little effort. So, look for a few statement earrings, classic bracelets, bags, scarfs, belts, wristwatch, brooch and necklaces. These few pieces will refine your daily outfit.
Watch by Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs
Scarf by HM
Halo Pendant Necklace- Forever 21
Gemstone Ring set by Forever 21
Faux Suede Skinny Belt- Forever 21
Tory Burch Large Satchel
Tote by Tory Burch
• Elegant Pieces
Now that you have invested in the corporate staples, you can now begin to explore your style. Shop for contemporary stand out pieces that speaks your style. You should be able to incorporate these stand out pieces into your business formal wear. This would always make you look different from everyone else. Thus, also incorporate those sophisticated skirts, solid colours (orange, blue, polka dots, green, red etc.) into your style and dare to be bold.
Jonathan Simkhai Two PIece
Dorothy Perkins Suit Set
Roksanda Blazer and Trouser
Alexander McQueen Two Piece
