How to Pick Stylish but Comfy Outfits for the Office

Sunday, 3 April 2016

If you've been reading my year abroad posts recently, you'll know I've recently started an internship and it's actually my first office job. I love the office I work at but one thing I've noticed is that my usual tight fitting jeans just aren't suitable for hours spent at a desk. As I result I'm now putting together a capsule wardrobe of comfortable - but also stylish - work clothes and here are some of the websites I've been turning to for inspiration.

1. Zara is always my first point of call for new clothes and I love a few pieces from their newest collection. Loose dresses like this blue tie waist one and white A Line design are always great to wear with leggings for ultimate comfort. The colours are also very spring appropriate!




2. Oasis clothes are always beautiful and I can't recommend their blazers enough. This set is perfect for a 'comfy but stylish' look because the trousers have a tie waist meaning you have more control how tight you want them to be. Win win. 



3. Betabrand is an American start-up clothing brand that is financed through crowdfunding. I came across the brand online a few weeks ago and I was really interested to learn more about their collections. Members of the Betabrand community can financially support prototype new fashion designs and in return they save around 30% RRP. It's a great way to get customers involved and showcase new talent. They have a few ranges dedicated to comfortable office wear and one of my favourite pieces is the Black Dress Pant Yoga Pants - who knew such a thing could exist? I'm amazed that you can make such a flattering and stylish pair of trousers from a material that's designed to cushion and provide support. Available in bootcut, straight-leg and as leggings, the possibilities are endless. They also have a few other styles of trousers if you're looking to expand your collection.



I also love the 360 Reversible Skater Dresses that can take you from day to evening in just two minutes - just don't forget a statement necklace and some embellished flats.


4. Finally I wanted to show this white split sleeve top and white chiffon top from River Island which I think are really beautiful. Shirts can often feel a bit restrictive and a plain top can look really flattering with a blazer and trousers. If only River Island were in Germany..


What's your go-to look for the office?

xxx