Taking inspiration from the Noughties, ‘officecore’ is all about embracing traditional workwear in a modern way.
Big on TikTok, the nine-to-five trend focuses on relaxed tailoring and preppy pieces that look cool whether you work in an office or not. And with that ‘back to school’ feeling in the air, now is the perfect time to refresh your work wardrobe.
Here are four officecore ideas to shop this season…
After kicking logomania to the curb, the quiet luxury trend is going nowhere, and that means a pale palette from day to night.
Swap your usual black blazer for a two-piece co-ord in a soft shade like beige, biscuit, oatmeal or caramel.
Fanfare Ethically Made Beige Linen Suit Jacket, £189
Slim-cut Noughties trousers aren’t part of the officecore agenda (you may be pleased to here).
Pleated wide-leg styles are the must-have of the season – perfect for pairing with crisp cotton shirts now, and rollneck tops as the weather turns cooler.
Misirli 1951 Tie Belt Anthracite Metallic Pants, £164.57 (were £274.28)
The heritage print – fine chalky lines on a dark background – has had a major comeback lately in the form of minimalist separates you can mix and match.
Fig & Basil Long Sleeve Pinstripe Shirt, £32; PU Ruched Midi Skirt, £40; V by Very Wide Fit Block Heel Slouch Knee Boot With Wider Fitting Calf, £45, Very
Nothing says ‘back to school’ style like a pair of shiny shoes, and this season’s chunky metallic loafers are the ultimate statement footwear.
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Oliver Bonas Crackled Copper Leather Loafer Shoes, £89.50
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Dune London Gradual Loafers in Silver, £110, Debenhams