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:

Gap Womens Wide Leg Trouser Jeans (Dark Wash) $69.95 Gap Petite Fit Guide, Tall Fit Guide Explore our 1969 denim boutique for fit facts, fabric notes, style tips, and more. Fabrication Lightweight premium stretch denim. Wash Dark blue. Hardware Button closure, zip fly. Features Slant pockets with mini coin flap pocket, back patch pockets. Cut Mid r... [Read more] Store: Gap Brand: Gap 7 For All Mankind Slim Trouser Dark Flare Leg Jeans $169.00  $129.99 7 For All Mankind Slim Trouser Jeans Lockheed wash Slim Trouser jeans Zipper fly with button closure Five pocket styling Made in the USA Mid rise [Read more] Store: Piperlime Brand: 7 for All Mankind William Rast Lola Trouser Dark Flare Leg Jeans $170.00  $109.99 William Rast Lola Trouser Jeans Sicily wash Lola Trouser jeans Zipper fly with button closure Front slash pockets back flap pockets Made in the USA 8' rise, 24' leg opening, '35 inseam Runs true to size [Read more] Store: Piperlime Brand: William Rast Raven Denim Mackie Slim Trouser Dark Bootcut Jeans $196.00  $97.99 Raven Denim Mackie Slim Boot Trouser Dark star Mackie Slim Boot trouser Zipper fly with button closure Front slash pockets Signature back yoke design includes welt pockets with button closure Made in the USA 8' rise, 34 1/2' inseam, 17' leg opening Runs true to size Slim fit cotton/elastane [Read more] Store: Piperlime Brand: Raven Denim 7 For All Mankind Dojo Shortser Inseam Wide Leg Dark Flare Leg Jeans $155.00 7 For All Mankind Dojo Shorter Inseam Wide Leg Jeans Wide leg Dojo trouser jeans Fading down front of legs Thick bottom hem Five pocket styling Made in the USA 32' inseam 6' rise, 11 1/2' back rise Shorter inseam to be worn with flat sh s Machine wash cold, inside out [Read more] Store: Piperlime Brand: 7 for All Mankind Gap 1969 Ultimate Panel Trouser Wide Leg Jeans Dark Wash $69.95 Gap Smart tailored details and a chic wide leg make these jeans easy to dress up. Plus, they feature our new ultimate panel. It's higher in the back to support you through the later months and sits under your belly for the comfort that you need. Dark wash. Premium stretch denim. Five pocket styli... [Read more] Store: Gap Brand: Gap

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