7 Outfits That Read "Business Casual"
Before writing this story, I thought to myself, I'm going to look for the freshest, brightest, most springtime outfits that exist—within the business casual realm, that is. But then I looked outside (I live in New York) and realized that spring is a confusing time, and the reality of the situation is that in the beginning at least, spring is just winter with a little bit of sun.
So what does one wear to work during the spring when it still feels this frigid outside? Ahead, I've rounded up seven spring work outfits that air on the side of business casual while simultaneously feeling fresh enough for that new season you're craving. I know office dress codes can vary too, so I made sure to include a plethora of options. But I think a safe rule of thumb when walking that fine line that of "business casual" is to always have at least one tailored item in the mix. Whether that be trousers, a blazer, or a button-down, that polished piece is what will show your workplace that you mean business, even when you want to show off your personal style a tad more today. Between suits with sneakers, dresses with tailored coats, and much more, there is sure to be a business casual outfit idea (or two!) waiting for you here.
What You'll Need: Tailored Coat + Printed Dress + Over-the-Knee Boots
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What You'll Need: Leather Blazer + White Button-Down + Pleated Midi Skirt + (for fun!) Glitter Boots
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Available in sizes 14 to 26.
What You'll Need: Cardigan + Belt + Plaid Trousers + White Ankle Boots
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What You'll Need: Suit + White Sneakers + (if you're feeling trendy) Festive Socks
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What You'll Need: Suede Trench Coat + Printed Blouse + Wide-Leg Trousers
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What You'll Need: Oversize Blazer + Hoodie + Midi Skirt + (if you work in a creative environment) Sock Boots + Neck Scarf
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What You'll Need: Simple Sweater + Textured Pants + White Shoes
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Office dress code or not, the outfits above are all great resources for you when you wake up and either hate everything you own or simply need a little creative help first thing in the a.m. (Don't worry—we've all been there.)
Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director ofBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New YorkBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and managesBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing 's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.
She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.
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