After Work Wear That Will Knock Ladies’ Socks Off!
All Work No Play by The Pekoe Group
While we are an office of predominantly women, there are a handful of men among us so we know that the anxiety of transitioning an outfit from work to evening is not a strictly female woe. Sure, it’s admittedly easier for a dude— no makeup or hosiery or high-heels to fret about— but anyone who’s walked through the men’s department of a store lately knows there’s a lot more than collared shirts and trousers to pick from these days. With these few essential pieces in your closet, looking professional, polished and current will be much less daunting.
Dark denim is essential. Gone are the days when wearing jeans to the office would warrant a nasty look from your co-workers and a talking-to from your boss. Chances are, your boss is probably rocking denim, too. Even in these modern times, ensure your look is still suitable for the office by making sure your jeans follow these three rules: they’re uniformly dark, they have no rips or holes, and they
fit properly— not so baggy that people will wonder why you’re not wearing a belt but not so tight that very little is left to the imagination.
Man-bag? Murse? Whatever you choose to call it, this recent trend is here to stay and for good reason. In our tech-savvy, urban world, men need somewhere to keep all their junk and really, who wants to see a grown man walking into the office wearing a backpack? This rugged leather option is sufficiently masculine enough to not be mistaken for your girlfriend’s pocketbook but roomy enough to stash your
Blackberry, iPod, laptop, magazine of choice, sunglasses and whatever else you can’t seem to live without.
Boots are made for walking. Sure, it’s freezing and snowy but winter is no excuse to look sloppy. Look great and stay warm by rocking a pair of this season’s must-have boots that . To get the most out your
new kicks, go for a leather pair sleek enough to wear with trousers but with soles just rugged enough to keep you from slipping and sliding your way into the office. Stylish and sleek, shoes like these will carry you from a client meeting to after work drinks with your coworkers to your eagerly anticipated date at the city’s newest gastropub.
Learn to layer. Take a cue from the ladies with this tidbit of knowledge we’ve been utilizing for years: the more layers you’re wearing, the more versatile your outfit becomes. Walking from the train to the office in the brisk morning air? A hip blazer keeps you warm and quickly dressed up denim when you need to pop into a meeting with a client. Working on a project at your desk? A comfy cardigan in a neutral hue adds a dash of old school intelligence to your everyday work look. Sardined between droves of merrymakers grabbing a drink after hours in a sweltering pub? Shed the sweater to reveal a simple, V-neck tee.
Jewelry: not just for girls anymore. Men wearing earrings into the office is still a no-no but if you think jewelry is just something you buy your girlfriend or mom around the holidays, your own accessory collection likely needs an update. Break free from the traditionally masculine type of watch your dad probably wears by donning a sleek leather one that’s more fashion statement than timepiece. An eccentric pair of cuff links and a simple ring are an easy addition to any outfit but make a massive
impact.