We have all the best business casual for women outfit ideas that will blow your coworkers away. There is a saying, “dress for success.” There is a difference in confidence when you walk into a room dressed nicely vs. when you walk in wearing sweat pants.
When you put together an outfit made of pieces that fit you and compliment your body, you are going to feel SO good about yourself!
What is business casual for women?
So, what exactly is business casual for women? It can be kind of confusing, but don’t worry! We are here to help. Business casual is an elevated everyday style that you can wear to work and in front of coworkers, bosses, clients, etc.
Business casual style is so much more flexible now than it ever has been. No ladies, we don’t need to show up to the office in tights and pencil skirts anymore. Yes, we CAN wear jeans to the office now! Here are all the best outfit ideas to help you navigate workplace attire.
Blazer
The easiest way to elevate any outfit and turn it into a more business casual look is to add a blazer. Every lady should have at least one blazer in her wardrobe! Try something black or something with plaid. The simplest outfit to make is a pair of black pants with a loose t-shirt or tank along with the blazer.
It takes no effort to put on an outfit you would typically wear out and about and then add a blazer. That’s really how simple it is to elevate a look from casual to business casual! You don’t always have to overthink it!
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All Ivory
What an elegant and classic look! Try something all one color, such as this all ivory outfit. Not only is it something you will stand out in, but look how comfortable this is! From the baggy business casual trousers to the soft sweater, be sure to try an outfit like this one at your next big meeting.
Here is one of our outfits that look so put together but takes pretty much no thought. All you need to know is which colors match each other, and you’re good to go! Don’t be afraid to try this concept with different colors and not only black and white.
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All Black
There will never be a time where all black won’t come in handy. Throwing on all black is a sure way to create a sophisticated look, especially when working. Remember to accessorize this look with some gold jewelry for a bit of pop of color.
The best thing about an all-black outfit is it takes no time at all to put it together. You’re quickly putting together an effortless outfit, and no one will know the difference.
Don’t forget to add something like the belt to separate the two pieces and accentuate the waist. If you skip this step, you run the risk of losing your figure in the dark colors!
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Wide-Leg Trousers
Wide-leg pants are unbelievably comfortable. They allow for much airflow and movement! You will not be uncomfortable if you wear these to work. There are plenty of kinds available that have an elastic waist allowing for expansion during the day! We know lunchtime can be so good, you might need a little extra room in the waist after.
The good news is, a lot of slacks are already wide-leg. Don’t opt for a fitted look. For some reason, I find that fitted slacks can look a little bit tacky. The baggy slacks create a little bit of a unique look!
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Jeans
Back in the day, wearing jeans to work would have been unprofessional and unacceptable. Well, welcome to the 21st century! Good thing we have moved to a more casual and comfortable dress code around the office. Jeans don’t mean sloppy. In the office, you can wear a business casual outfit with jeans relatively easily.
Try a lovely sandal or mule along with a plain blazer to elevate the look. Don’t forget to accessorize a little bit with some jewelry!
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Long Skirt
If you haven’t considered wearing skirts to work, maybe now is the time to start. Skirts are another comfy clothing piece you can keep in your closet for wearing to work. A simple black skirt like the one above will go with almost anything else.
Is it summertime? Grab a t-shirt to pair with the skirt. Is it wintertime? Grab some tights to throw on underneath for extra warmth and a cowl neck sweater.
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Mom Jeans
Many people have the impression that workplace jeans are those that are a dark wash and more fitted. Baggy jeans have the stigma around them of being way too casual. While it’s better to stay away from jeans with tears and rips in them, there’s nothing terrible about wearing nicely fitted mom jeans.
I mean, this girl looks more put together than I ever have in my life, and she’s in mom jeans! Notice how the mom jeans are elevated with a camel jacket and some kitten heels. If you wear an outfit like this to work, you are perfectly presentable.
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Sweater Vest
This look right here is sure to turn heads. It’s just SO different from what everyone else is wearing into the office! Make a statement by wearing a sweater vest to work. Depending on how you style it, you can look so trendy with a sweater vest on.
This outfit, in particular, has a nice contrast between light and darks. In some variations, you can wear a white collared shirt underneath the sweater vest. It depends on the weather and type of year.
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Skirt Suit
Now, if you want to go for that more traditional workplace look, try a skirt suit. Look for matching skirt and blazer sets to mimic this look. A matching skirt and blazer set offers a trendy workplace look. You will look so cute, and it will be comfortable to wear.
Depending on the colors of the set, look for a blouse that compliments the skirt suit. Usually, something solid color, either all white or all black, will do the trick!
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Wrap Dress
I’m not the biggest fan of wearing dresses if I don’t have to. Perhaps you have a presentation or a big meeting at work. A wrap dress is an excellent way to look presentable without looking too overdressed!
Wrap dresses do an excellent job of accentuating the waist and showing off your figure. The material is loose and flowy, making this a perfect piece to wear in the summer.
Remember, when considering something like skirts or dresses, you need to be mindful of the length. Pick something too short, and it might not be the best look.
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Busy Skirt
Haven’t you heard? Cheetah print is coming back into style! At this point in the year, cheetah print has been back in style. We like it in tasteful doses, though. Take this outfit, for example. Pair a busy long skirt with a solid color top for a put-together look.
Did we mention skirts are super comfortable, too? This outfit is perfect for long days in the office.
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Overall Dress
And now, for the last of our business casual for women outfits, this outfit is just SO darling. It’s the perfect summer outfit to wear to the office. The overall dress is the ideal excuse to wear overalls to the office in a more sophisticated way. Styling an overall dress is also super easy because it’s just one main piece.
All you need to make this a super cute, complete outfit is to put a t-shirt or long sleeve underneath and add some booties!
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