Have to work from home in the foreseeable future? Check. Getting tired of wearing the same work-from-home outfits? Check.
I’ve been wearing professional yoga pants (yes, that’s a thing now) and basic t-shirts more than I’d like in the last couple of months. But since my work-from-home situation is likely to continue beyond Jan-Feb 2021, I finally ditched this bad work habit.
Here are 3 reasons why you should also switch to comfortable but professional work-from-home attire.
- When you dress in your work from home corporate attire in the morning and go to your designated workspace, this signals to your brain that it’s time for work. So you enter work mode quicker and concentrate easier.
- You are ready and presentable for all of your Zoom meetings, scheduled or last-minute. And you needn’t worry about camera accidents!
- You are ready to go out on your daily walk. If you haven’t adopted this habit yet, it’s a great time to do it as daily walks reduce your stress and prevent you from burning out.
So are you, like me, looking for fresh work from home outfit ideas? Even better if they’re suitable for both corporate and work-from-home environments! Here’s a gallery of 40 comfortable and professional work from home outfits, which can also be worn in the office. Jump to:
Comfort and professionalism are equally important at home and in the office. So your working environment and habits needn’t be much different but the ones which make you most productive and motivated.
Spring/Summer Work From Home Outfits
In the warm spring and summer days, it’s all about lightness and comfort. And that’s true regardless if you’re in the office or in your living room. So I’ve chosen these outfit ideas to be comfortable, yet classy; casual to hang around at home, yet professional to be suitable for the office too – featuring business-casual chiffon blouse outfit, white t-shirt looks, linen trousers, and suits, wrap dresses, and more.
Pro-tip 1: Go for good quality but not luxury. Accidents are more likely when you’re at home. Especially if you have kids! You want to feel comfy but not regret spilling something over your silk shirt. Natural fabrics like linen or cotton will feel soft to the skin but are easy to maintain.
Pro-tip 2: The best dress shapes which are super comfortable without making you look too casual are shift, wrap, and a-line dresses. You can get away with mini dresses in these styles when working from home, but if you’re shopping for comfy work-from-home dresses which can also be worn in the office, go for a midi cut.
Pro-tip 3: Use high waist jeans or stretch pants (which feel like yoga pants but are more professional) to create a professional yet comfy look. A simple outfit with high waist pants or a skirt and a cute top or a boyfriend shirt works equally well for both the office and home.
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A satin skirt and a fine knit blouse
A wrap dress and a headband
An oversize shirt or shirt dress
Fall/Winter Work From Home Outfits
Do you hate the winter cold? I loathe it. I’d love to just wrap in a blanket and go everywhere like this. But I also want to look chic and stylish and not compromise on my style. How paradoxical!?
But it is possible. And here I’ve only picked fall/winter work-from-home outfits that will keep you warm and stylish, whether you’re in the office or at home.
Pro-tip 1: Knit dress is the ultimate stay-warm piece! A plain knit dress is your fashion canvas – add a brooch, scarf, statement belt at home, or a nice pair of animal print boots in the office. It’s also a nice transition piece to invest in as it can be worn in spring or fall with loafers or ballerina flats.
Pro-tip 2: A warm sweater is the best winter layering piece. You can wear it with pants and skirts, layered or tucked in, and even layer it on your summer dresses. A cardigan is as versatile, but may not feel as warm, so it’s up to you. For more ideas, check out my winter office wear layering guide here.
Pro-tip 3: You want to feel comfy but not regret spilling something over your cashmere jumper. So avoid such luxurious fabrics, which are also difficult to clean, and go for a basic polo neck or cable knit.
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Before you go…
These 40 stylish and chic work-from-home outfits are as professional as they are versatile and can be worn both at home and in the office (if you’re returning any time soon that is).
Wondering what office fashion may look like in the future? Check out the 3 office fashion trends we must embrace as our schedules and work locations evolve post-Covid-19.
What do you think?