Love Plaid? Make It Part of Your Signature Office Style
We’re saying yes to plaid in the workplace. This go-to fall pattern adds playfulness to safe office essentials like blazers, trousers and pencil skirts. If you’re still transitioning your wardrobe, our guide on 3 Easy Wardrobe Transition Tips from Summer to Fall can help you get started. Check out these few tips from our stylists on what to keep in mind when styling your 9-to-5 fall wardrobe.
Fit
The fit of a garment can make or break your look. Slide that old baggy boyfriend fit flannel over, slim fit is here! A tailored look is the simplest way to upgrade your appearance. Pairing your fitted plaid pieces with other structured staples, like in our A Stylist’s Guide to Tights: What to Know and How to Style Them, can make your office look even more polished.
Color
Never underestimate the power of a polished workwear wardrobe. A great base and range of neutral basics, can compliment or subdue striking fall colors in an office setting. If you love adding seasonal colors, see how we incorporated bold tones in How to Style Feathers for Your Shape and Style Identity and Yes, You Can Wear Leather—Here’s How to Make It Work.
Workwear
Always pair your bolder fun prints with a great workplace basic pieces. From trousers to pencil skirts, in appropriate colors and lengths, you'll be the best dressed in the office! For more inspiration, check out our styling advice in How To Style Your Favorite Skirts for Winter and Winter Styling Tips to Make the Most of Your Dresses, which both show how to balance prints and neutrals professionally.
Do you see yourself incorporating plaid into your office style for fall? Let us help you find the perfect plaid outfit with our personal styling services!