Jeans For Business Casual Wear

Jeans are becoming more and more acceptable in work environments. In many offices where jeans are normally forbidden, the concept of casual Fridays is catching on more and more. Whether your workplace is totally casual and allows jeans on a daily basis, or your office hosts an occasional casual day, the same general guidelines apply.

The most important thing to remember is that you are wearing jeans to work. Whatever the dress code, you want to look appropriate for the workplace. Even if everybody dresses in holey jeans on a daily basis, doesn't mean that you need to follow suit. You can be casual, yet professional looking and be stylish too.

Select dark wash jeans that aren't distressed at all. Darker washes are almost always seen as dressier and less casual. Any form of distressing or fading or ragged hems immediately makes the jeans more casual.
A wide leg or trouser style jean almost always looks more professional than a skinny or boot cut jean. If you don't like wide leg or trouser style jeans, then opt for a straight leg jean. Flared jeans, that are pretty form fitting on the leg, down to mid-calf and then make a big flare, are the one jeans style I would absolutely avoid in the workplace.
Pair your jeans with appropriate tops and shoes and accessories. The options are endless, so I'll just say that you want to avoid t-shirts and other casual tops in favor of blouses or sweaters that are appropriate for business casual. I absolutely love having a selection of blazers that I can throw over everything to give any look a little more polish and a professional edge.
Shoes can make or break a work casual look. Opt for a nice flat or workplace appropriate heel. In the colder months boots can be a great option. Avoid sneakers, flip flops, casual sandals and dressy heels that would be appropriate for a night out, not a day at the office.

It's tempting to want to go too casual at work, but it's more important there, than anywhere else. Maintain a style that reflects you and that says you take your work seriously and it's important to you.

Recommendations for Business Casual Jeans:

NYDJ 'Greta' Trouser Jeans

$110.00

Tonal stitching adds to the clean styling of stretch-denim trousers in a slimming dark wash. Exclusive lift-tuck technology helps flatten the tummy and lift the rear. Color(s): dark enzyme. Brand: ... [Read more]

Store: NORDSTROM.com

Brand: NYDJ

Kasil Aubrey Trouser Jean in Rinse

$107.00

The designer of Kasil jeans calls his work "painting with denim". David Lim strives to achieve a custom fit, along with the high quality workmanship of Kasil. This Democracy fit jean feat... [Read more]

Store: Manhattanite

Brand: Kasil Jeans

Kasil Hepburn Trouser Jean in Oxy Rinse

$110.00

The designer of Kasil jeans calls his work "painting with denim". He strives to achieve a custom fit, along with the high quality workmanship of Kasil. It's the darker shades of blue ... [Read more]

Store: Manhattanite

Brand: Kasil Jeans

Piper's Closet Double Button Stretch Trouser Jean

~~$44.90~~ $31.90

STRETCH low-rise trouser with wide waistband, double button closer and back slit pockets. [Read more]

Store: Alloy.com

Truck Lightweight Wide-Leg Jean

~~$44.90~~ $19.99

Stretch five-pocket low-rise lightweight wide-leg jean with back patch pockets. [Read more]

Store: Alloy.com

Spoon Jeans Double-Pocket Trouser Jean

~~$39.90~~ $14.99

Stretch mid-rise double-pocket trouser jean with baked-in whiskers and embroidered back flap pockets. [Read more]

Store: Alloy.com

James Jeans provocateur stretch cotton blend 'Elle' wide leg trousers

~~$198.00~~ $68.99

provocateur stretch cotton blend 'Elle' wide leg trousers Mid-weight stretch cotton blend woven Zip fly with double button closure at belt looped waist Angled front pockets; rear besom pock... [Read more]

Store: Bluefly

Brand: James Jeans

Fidelity Denim Octavia Trouser Jean

~~$189.00~~ $94.50

The Octavia is a mid rise jean that sits on the hips. Full thigh and knee. Trouser wide leg and sweep. 8" Rise, 34" Inseam62% Cotton, 38% PES [Read more]

Store: Designs By Stephene

Brand: Fidelity Denim

G by GUESS Filipa Trouser Jeans, DARK WASH (26)

~~$54.50~~ $29.95

A super-comfy option for your denim days, our latest pair of jeans is definitely your new fave. The popular trouser shape has a worn-in look giving you in-demand vintage-inspired style. Regular ris... [Read more]

Store: G By GUESS

Brand: GByGUESS

Eddie Bauer Women's Curvy Denim Trousers Pants, Deep Rinse

$69.95

Eddie Bauer Curvy Denim Trousers - About the fit: Smaller waist; mid-rise. Fuller hip and thigh. For a true hourglass body shape. A leg-lengthening silhouette, classic trouser styling, and three be... [Read more]

Store: Eddie Bauer

Brand: Eddie Bauer