Office Style in 2023: Embrace the New Norms
- Navigating work fashion in 2023 is all about finding joy, taking risks, and staying open-minded!
The last couple of years have thoroughly disrupted our working patterns and challenged our fashion norms. Amidst the chaos of remote work and uncertain times, questions have arisen not just about how we work but also about what we wear as we work.
Original article appeared in VOGUE, by Alice Birrell, Annie Brown and Gladys Lai.
Over the last few years, work fashion has cycled through change. From Zoom shirts to ‘Biz-Leisure’ and back to sweatpants, this oscillation mirrors the uncertainty of our times. We’ve dressed up for office interactions, enjoyed in-person coffee meets, and unwound after hours.
But what’s the 2023 office fashion trend? It’s a mix of these experiences and something new. Fixed trends seem futile in this ever-shifting landscape. Yet, some trends stand out: comfy silhouettes for movement, structured waistbands, pencil skirts with clacky heels for purposeful steps, all aiming for optimism and tactile joy.
Rules? They’re flexible. Wear a bold shirt to meetings or a vibrant blazer. Embrace textures, eclectic combinations, and comfortable, high-quality fabrics – it’s all fair game. Be playful, be adaptable.
Beyond fashion, it’s about personal style experimentation. This shifting landscape is your canvas to be you, in and out of the office.
In shifting work landscapes, one thing’s clear: fashion is expression. 2023 blends style, comfort, and confidence. Amid change, your outfit can empower and radiate positivity.
HERE ARE TRENDS TO SHOP IN 2023
Playful Blouse
A charming and colorful top makes for a valuable addition to your office style!
Source: Zara.com
Loafers
Loafers should be your go-to workwear upgrade for 2023.
Source: H&M
Pleated Skirts
Embrace the pleated skirt for a versatile addition allowing unrestricted movement as you navigate the halls.
Source: jcrew.com
Touches of Texture
Add exciting textures to spark creativity.
Source: anthropologie.com
Fun Prints
Explore prints and patterns to elevate your energy and maintain a positive vibe during those long office hours.
Source: thekit.com
Bright Blazers
Vibrant hues bursting with delight are exactly what corporate fashion in 2023 calls for.
Source: anntaylor.com
Comfort in Cashmere
Invest in high-quality fabrics that not only look fabulous but also evoke a sense of well-being.
Source: jcrew.com
I love the direction we are moving towards! The freedom to express yourself unleashes creativity and presents authenticity. Here for all of it!
I just wrote a post on this – The power suit is (and should be) giving way to a brand suit. A brand suit is an outfit that make you feel confident, that reflects who you are and how do you want to show up.
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