Essentially, jeans cannot be counted as a corporate wear, although nowadays, many people prefer wearing jeans. However, many corporations today have allowed corporate casuals as their dress code. Jeans has again come up as an important aspect of corporate fashion. Here are some tips, which will help you to wear your jeans in a way that looks best in offices. Remember, you should use your blazer, scarf, and other small accessories to have a perfect corporate look with jeans.

Before you put on a pair of your corporate jeans, consider what is appropriate in your workplace. If your workplace allows a completely casual work wardrobe, go for a sleek pair of jeans with a structured blazer. You can get a classic look, if you pair a  black jacket with dark denims or you can also go for a white tuxedo design with a lighter or acid-washed jeans. For a casual dress code at your workplace, a sequined piece of jacket is also a great option.

Nowadays, cardigans and sweaters are also considered a great alternative to complement your jeans. Embellished sweaters impart a retro charisma to your pair of jeans. Crafty details on your cardigan will lend you a charming corporate look.
With a silk blouse you can add a feminine feel to your entire get up. Go for tops highlighted with pretty patterns or intricate necklines. For formal workplace, avoid distressed denims, rather go for a crisp pair of dark-wash jeans or skinnies.

Leather jackets are the most convenient option to wear with your jeans. A cropper leather jacket with a pair of jeans and a T-shirt intensify the luxurious feel. Go for the pastel shades while choosing jackets to adds a feminine touch in your corporate look.

A couple of weeks back we had discussed about the right and comfortable corporate wear for the mother-to-be who is a working woman and has to juggle her domestic front as well as her career with the same élan.

If the woman who is expecting a child soon, is working in a corporate world which has strict do’s and don’ts when it comes to work-wear and style, she might have to abide by the rules and yet play safe where her comfort is concerned. Women in the top rungs of the corporate ladder are used to wearing pant suits or skirt suits, especially when they have to meet clients or make presentations on a regular basis. For expecting mothers, there is a wide range of professional and stylish maternity clothes available today. If a woman is working her way through the third trimester, which is not a novel scene anymore, then she might even have to invest in a maternity business suit.

Just as there are jeans and trousers which are styled, keeping in mind the comfort level an expecting mother would need during her nine-months, there are business suits which are specially designed for these women and are created in soft and stretchable fabrics which come with adjustable panels. Some well-known designers also cater to this niche market related to maternity business/work wear apparels. They create jackets which can allow a woman to move freely and also support her wider frame as the pregnancy progresses through the second and third trimesters. Women should opt for suits which have longer jackets as it will help them camouflage the growing bump. Also, the trousers should not be too fitted at the thighs as it would restrict free movement.

For the moms-to-be who do not want to compromise on their style, there are many online websites which can allow them the ease to shop for awesome professional maternity clothing including maternity business suits and suit separates.

We know by now the basic rules we must play by when it comes to dressing up for work and office. There are ample choices in the realm of business apparels or corporate wear. Another sensitive issue which requires attention and cannot be ignored is what to wear to office parties. It is important to attend these parties as though it involves social interaction, it is for the sake of your business and professional life. Also, you are invited to a party which would involve your office colleagues, superiors and sometimes even clients. So, the impression you create is very important. A small slip here and it can act as a catalyst in affecting your professional image negatively.

So when it comes to party apparels which are right to be worn at office parties you must abide by certain rules. You must not wear clothes which you would generally wear when partying with close friends. The clothes you wear to your office party should not be vibrantly colorful and when it comes to colors- black, brown and dark blues are the safest.

Sporting smart casuals which do not reveal much and at the same time do not make you appear uptight and severe are the right options. You should not wear overtly expensive clothes as they might create a wrong impression. Also, if it your boss who is throwing the party, you must take care not to appear more dressy than him/her. You should look relaxed but not too flashy. The safe bet for women is hemlines which are not too short and tunics or blouses which do not reveal more than they conceal. For men, they should avoid tees with weird and outrageous messages on them and should stick to jeans or casual trousers.

Pregnancy is the most amazing period in the life of a woman, lasting across three trimesters. If it is the first pregnancy for her, she is excited as well as nervous about what life holds in store for her. Some women are lucky enough not to put on weight and stay away from the regular bouts of morning sickness. But most women are not comfortable with the way they look, especially if they are working women.

The first trimester is not as worrying as every woman fits into her normal clothes without having to go through much arduous efforts. But with time, she must look for maternity wear which offer comfort and impart style to her personality.

A maternity top in jersey fabric with a scoop neck is not only comfortable but also classy. It can be used on trousers and skirts alike and with the layered look being the “in” thing; you can innovate with light jackets too. The stretch fabric assures that it will fit you throughout your pregnancy and even after that. It looks great with pencil skirts and jeans.

If shirts are more your style, than you can invest in a classic white shirt with empire line which will look awesome with formal and work wear trousers. Women love dresses and a shift dress is something which will be the right thing if you want to attend the office party even in your last trimester. You can accessorize it to pep it up or wear it just like that for your day at work. It is a no-fuss design which allows you to relax and yet appear in control!

The term corporate casual attire has been the most misunderstood and misconstrued term with regard to corporate apparels and casual work wear. There have been instances when employees have taken the ‘casual’ aspect of the dressing a little too far and hence have ended up looking unprofessional and unkempt.

There are some do’s and don’ts which are important to be kept in mind with regard to corporate casual dressing. Jeans as well as casual chino pants are okay with men who want to dress casual to work but they should steer clear of torn and ripped denims as well as gym wear. If you want to look cool as well as professional, try wearing vests over shirts but do make an effort not to look unkempt. Buttoned down, short sleeved shirts in checks work well with denim or jeans look good but sleeveless shirts are a strict no-no as work clothing. If you are too bored of jackets, try sweaters in nice muted colors. Polo shirts are also gaining popularity with many corporate houses. Men and women should both also steer clear of pants that reveal the navel and low-waist jeans which are okay if you are hanging out with friends, but not to work!

Women should avoid see-through clothing, very short dresses or skirts, shorts and very low necklines. Dresses, leggings, tights, jeans, chinos and sweaters are all reasonably good if you want to look chic yet casual at work.

Last but not the least, avoid flip-flops and thongs to work. Instead choose sandals or athletic footwear which is not worn out and looks decent. The key is in looking smart and casual, yet very professional.

The word business casual could mean very different from its normal connotation in organizations where it is considered a dress code. In current corporate parlance, it could denote a comfortable but professional and tidy look. There are some ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ which one can follow keeping this look in mind.

Do’s:

You can always be armed with some ties which can add the zing to your outfit if you have sudden business visitors.

Wearing comfortable fabrics like cotton saves you from embarrassing situations like body odor and dirty stains.

Socks should be of the right length and the leather shoes should be polished but one should not forget belts as its an important accessory.

The clothing should be preferably light colored and iron to avoid the dowdy look.

Smelling nice and looking tidy goes a long way in creating a good impression.

Don’ts:

Faded or worn out look just creates a negative impression. Also denims and jeans look just overtly casual.

Wearing informal clothing to business meets does not show too highly of you when you are representing an organization.

Clothes should be well fit and properly accessorized to create the casual but professional look.

Always remember that investing in the right office attire can help you tremendously in your professional life.