Ease your office outfit into enjoying long evenings.
FROM DESK TO DINNER, HERE’S HOW TO UPGRADE YOUR OFFICEWEAR TO WORK FOR THE EVENING
If you’ve got after work plans, it’s highly unlikely you’ll have time to go home and change. And even if you do, the sheer effort of having to trudge back only to leave again in an hour later doesn’t feel worth it. Which means, you’ll need to think on your feet when it comes to outfit changes, especially if you’re heading from the office to somewhere a bit more casual. Lucky for you, just a couple of small changes to your look will make all the difference.
Let’s take a look at some of the pieces you can add (or take away) to make switch up your evening outfit.
Work: Cotton linen camel stripe shirt // Off white pleated trousers // Lewisham brown suede casual loafers
After work: Linen blend oatmeal t-shirt // Off white pleated trousers // Navy matte linen safari shacket
With a pleated trouser as a base, you won’t have any issues styling up or down once the working day is over. For the daytime, a linen shirt is a lightweight and breathable option for the summer months (roll the sleeves up or down depending on the air con in your office). And with a loafer this versatile, you won’t have to bring a change of shoes with you. Ours is crafted from soft Italian suede and comes in a range of colours to match the occasion.
For the evening, swap out your linen shirt for a cotton rich t-shirt, blended with linen for extra airiness, to pair things down a bit. Then, if the weather gets a bit cooler than anticipated, throw over a jacket or overshirt like this navy linen safari shacket. It’s not too heavy but is a nice layer if it does get chilly. It also has a bit of structure on the shoulders so you’ll feel put together.
Work: Slim fit off white stretch chinos // Slim fit navy poplin shirt // Slim fit oatmeal linen suit jacket
After work: Rust merino 3 button polo shirt // Slim fit off white stretch chinos // White leather trainers
If a suit isn’t a necessity in your workplace, you can still make an effort without overdoing it. Light chinos and a dark shirt adds a bit of contrast while still looking smart, while a tailored jacket (preferably lightweight like this oatmeal linen) adds a sartorial edge. Remove the jacket if you get a bit warm, and you’ll still
After the office, swap out your button down for a polo shirt. Our take is blended with merino for a softer handfeel, making it a pleasure to wear whatever the weather. Finish off with a pair of casual trainers crafted from soft white leather.
