Deciphering Dress Codes Can Be Tricky, Especially When You Add a Workplace into the Mix(2020): 10 Business Attire for Women to Create a Business Casual Look that Suits You.

A person's outfit says a lot about who they are especially when it comes to workwear.  How you dress up at work leaves a great impact on your co-workers and your clients.  It helps them to build a level of trust in your ability to get the work done perfectly.  

Women love to dress up be it in an office, a day in a market or to a party.  Most of them follow the fashion trends but some of them get confused about what to wear and when.  Although there are several ways of dressing up and looking up to the mark if you are a working woman then you need to pay attention to a lot of things when it comes to dressing up.

There are different types of attires that are worn to work from casual to business or corporate styles but one very confusing dress code is the business casual.  Women usually get stuck when they are asked to dress in business casuals for an event or a meeting at the office.   Wearing a formal business outfit is easy, you simply wear a nice work suit and you are done but you have to put in a lot of thought about how to dress in business casuals.

Dressing up for work has a lot to do with the kind of place you work in and the environment there.  Different organizations have different expectations from their employees therefore if you are asked to come in business casuals then this article will help you a lot.  For men it is easy, they can wear a collared or the polo shirt or even jeans in some places for business casuals but for women it gets a little tricky.

Business casual is a combination of formal and informal attire which is liked in modern-day offices.  It is an outfit that makes you look smart and keeps you comfortable throughout the day which an excessively formal outfit like a full suit does not do.  So, if you are planning to buy a perfect business casual outfit think about deconstructed professional outfits.  

You can go with mixing tailored and traditional outfits like dress pants, khakis, blouses or blazers with fashionable pieces to look stylish and confident. Your business casual outfit should look professional first and casual second therefore before you go out shopping for some check the dress code of your company and what people wear around the office then decide of mixing your clothes to get prefect business casual outfits.

Although it is quite tough for women to figure out what to wear for a business casual but it's getting easier when you know what exactly you can wear. Being in India simple Kurti with trousers, elegant subtle coloured salwar kurta and even sarees come into business casuals but if you are more into wearing western dresses for work then you have a lot of different things to choose from. Here are a number of western outfits you can wear to work and look dressy in a business casual.

Pencil skirts, button-down shirts, nicely fitted trousers, khakis or blazers look really good as business casual attire. You can also wear tailored pants, chinos or wide-leg pants, some organizations may let you wear jeans as long as it does not have rips or holes in it. You can go with knee-length skirts or dresses as well. You also need to think about your shoes, they matter a lot.

Wearing a sports shoe to work, for business casual, you can wear closed-toe heels, loafers or smart flats. Remember to stay away with glitters, sequins, rips, graphic designs or tops that show off your cleavage or are too tight. You should not wear a backless either; after all, you are getting ready for work not for a night out with friends. You can get by with slim-cut jeans and leather high heels but not with a pair of flip flops. Shoes can instantly dress you up or down so learn what shoes goes well with which attire for business casuals.

Colours also play an important role when it comes to dressing up in business casuals. Go with colours like tan, gray, navy, white, black, brown or beige. Bold colours can make you look too flashy although you can add a bold coloured scarf too with plain attire. You can wear pinks as well as you mix them with black pants and simple accessories. You can also try wearing an all neutral outfit with a colourful bag or a matching belt to look casual but professional at the same time.

We have compiled a list of some styles you can wear for business casual for work. You can read on and chose the ones you like.

One of the styles for the business casual outfit is to wear a button-down top with a classic pencil trouser. You can wear formal loafer shoes with this ensemble. This is a great combination as it gives you the professional look you desire in your office and keeps you looking stylish as well. The loafer is a very comfortable pair of shoe that keeps you on your toe while you run around in the office. They come in various styles and colours and go well with many different types of attire. You can check out the following outfits and mix and match them to make great looking business casual attire.

The Blue Classic Regular Fit Solid Casual Shirt from Style Quotient is in blue colour and has a button-down collar which makes it look extremely professional.

You can easily pair this gorgeous shirt with Park Avenue off White Pencil Slim-Fit Trousers. This trousers is mid-rise regular trousers with button closure and four pockets. A black solid formal loafer shoe would look great with this ensemble.

A black solid formal loafer shoe would look great with this ensemble. The Carlton London Loafer is very comfortable and has a cushioned footbed to give you maximum comfort.


This whole set can be bought from myntra.com. The cost of the shirt is Rs. 524, the pencil slim trouser costs Rs. 2249 and the smart loafer shoe is for Rs. 1816.

If you thought that wearing a dress to the office does not come in business casual dressing code then think again.  The whole point of business casual dressing is to look professional and stylish at the same time.  Wearing a backless dress with bold colours or glitters is not advised but you can easily wear a Sheath dress with a set of Stiletto pumps to go with it.  This will make you look chic and professional both.  Check out the following style if you like wearing dresses.

The Sheath dress from Van Heusen is a semi-casual dress that looks great on women of all ages and looks great on a pear-shaped body.  It has a cute round neck and is made with Polyester.  It comes with a belt to enhance your curves but in an elegant way.  You can buy it for Rs. 2,519 from lifestylestores.com.  

Paring this stylish dress with this Steve Madden gold metallic stiletto pumps would make the attire look very cool. The upper part of the shoe is made with PU and has a 5-inch heel.  It has a slip-resistant resin sheet sole so you won't have to worry about slipping as you walk around in your office managing things.  The pointed tip shape of the shoe makes it look great on dresses.  You can buy it for Rs. 3,999 from tatacliq.com.

Another great business casual style is to wear a pencil skirt with a round neck top. This is probably the most loved attire among women in the corporate world. The pencil skirts look great on all women and look very sleek. Wearing a pencil skirt to work will never go wrong. They come in different lengths, colours, patterns or fabrics. You can pair a pencil skirt with either a round neck top or a crisp white shirt. They look good with sleeveless tops with blazers too. For shoes can wear either strappy heels or high heels to enhance your look.

You can check out this perfect all-white shirt from Van Heusen. It is made of pure cotton and will keep you comfortable. This shirt is available for Rs. 1,599 from www.lifestylestores.com.

For a classic pencil skirt, you can check out this Van Heusen panelled pencil skirt made with a combination of polyester, viscose and spandex. It is available for Rs. 884 on www.ajio.com.

Blazers are a great hit when it comes to business casual dressing. They look very cool and give you a perfect professional look. They come in so many different styles and fabrics that it is easy to find the best one for you. You can buy these blazers in dark colours to go with any outfit or go with pastels to give you a famine look. This Dark pink blazer is a very ladylike blazer. It is a classic notched lapel design and comes in a single-breasted style. It will look good on bootleg trousers or even with skirts. You can buy it for Rs. 2,799 from www.veromoda.in.

Pair this blazer with this Ponte slim bootcut trousers to look great. This trousers is made with Ponte fabric with way stretch to give you freedom of movement. You can wear a classic shirt with these trousers and look cool. It is available for Rs. 1,499 from www.marksandspencer.in.

You can pair this outfit with this catwalk heeled formal bellies. It has a wedge-style heel which looks very cool. It is made of leather and is very durable. You can buy it for Rs. 1,596 from www.lifestylestores.com.

You can also wear a printed top with formal trousers to work with ease. These printed tops look great on women and make them look very elegant. They come in different designs from floral to abstracts. You can easily pair these tops with skirts or trousers. You can also use a scarf to make your attire look very sleek. Check out this printed slim fit top with band collar. It has cuffed sleeves and is made with 100% polyester. It is available for Rs. 400 on www.ajio.com.

The cool white colour will make you look very chick and will keep you comfortable on a hot day. Pair this top with a casual trouser from the United Colors of Benetton. This trousers come with a belt and will give you a very sophisticated look. You can pair this outfit with loafers or heels and turn it into a great business casual outfit. You can buy the trouser for Rs. 2,499 from www.lifestylestores.com.

Accessories play a major role in enhancing your style and look. You will have to be careful when wearing different accessories to the office especially for business casuals. You should avoid wearing glittery or bold jewellery to the office. Here are some accessories you can carry with your business casual attire and look great.

Purses are essential for women. They love to carry it around and most of them keep everything under the sun in it. There are tons of different styles of purses in the market. They come in various shapes, sizes and colours. You need to buy a purse that will look professional therefore avoid buying flashy coloured purse with tassels or glittery attachments to it.

You can check out this Tan Dinidorrie Di Medium shoulder bag from Dune London. It is a durable bag and is very spacious for you to keep all your belongings in it with ease. It is available for Rs. 7,999 on tatacliq.com.

You can also check out the Casual Tote handbag from Van Heusen. It comes with a pouch. It is made of synthetic leather therefore it is very easy to maintain. You can buy it for Rs. 1,499 from www.shoppersstop.com. A tip the designers usually give is to match your purse with your shoes to look professional. You can try it and see how well it goes.

Scarves are very elegant and can be paired with many different outfits be it a skirt and a top of a pair of trouser. You can tie a scarf in an infinity knot or a simple knot would look as good too. Look for colours that suit your whole outfit. and dress down with jewellery when wearing a scarf. Check out this Beige printed scarf for Rs. 419 from myntra.com.

You can look into this cool animal printed scarf available for Rs. 1,890 on zara.com.

If you like wearing skirts or dresses to work then you should invest in pantyhose as well. They come in neutral tones that compliment your dresses. They make you look very professional and chick. You should carry a bottle of clear nail polish with you to dab it on snags and runs on your pantyhose. You can buy this sheer black stocking from Marks & Spencer for Rs. 799 from ajio.com.

The nude-coloured sheer stockings for Rs. 702 from myntra.com.