Your Guide to Stylish but Comfortable Women’s Workwear

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Your Guide to Stylish but Comfortable Womens
Workwear

• WORKWEAR

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• Dressing appropriately for work does not mean
  that you need to spend a lot of money. You just
  need to make sure that you find the right
  clothes, stay comfortable and feel confident at
  the same time. However, it is easier said than
  done, especially in the case of womens workwear.
• Finding the balance can be tricky but not
  impossible. We have covered everything you need
  to know before you choose workwear for your
  office. So, keep reading to find out everything
  about womens workwear

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Evolution of Womens Workwear

• It might be surprising to digest at first,
  but womens workwear was not the way it is at the
  moment years ago. It was different, and it is
  safe to say that it has gone through years of
  evolution to become the workwear we now know as
  the normal attire working women wear. So, believe
  it or not, after so many changes workwear for
  women has become quite fashionable and trendy
  now. If you look up womens workwear on the
  internet you will be able to see a flood of
  pictures and models sporting silk dresses or
  construction boots that are absolutely perfect
  for business casual looks.
• Even though womens workwear is very comfortable
  now, in the old ages it was anything but
  comfortable and stylish. We have a common
  misconception that in older centuries women only
  worked at home and did only domestic tasks when
  in reality they were a major part of the labour
  and workforce spread in factories, offices,
  industries and other places of work before the
  commencement of the 20th century. However, even
  then womens office attire kept evolving
  throughout the years. And during that time they
  frequently opted for skirts and heels and paired
  their outfits with office shoes, pearl necklaces
  and earrings to achieve a corporate look laced
  with elegance.

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• Female workers started participating and
  consequently became a big part of workplaces
  teeming with men from the 1930s to 1940s and
  their office attire during that time was inspired
  by men, of course. They wore dark suits, modeled
  after what the men wore to work normally. There
  was one difference in their uniforms, however.
  Men wore suits with pants while for women, their
  suits consisted of knee-length skirts.
• Fast forward a decade and womens clothes changed
  again. They started wearing smart dresses to work
  which also evolved and starting coming with
  practical options. For instance, the smart
  dresses were made using fabrics that could be
  washed and dyed several times. In other words,
  they were capable of handling the wear and tear.
  In the 1960s, the clothes women wore started
  inclining towards femininity, and they started to
  wear feminine dresses with high necklines. And
  with the evolution of womens workwear to
  above-the-knee elegant dresses and modest shell
  tanks, more and more women started joining
  offices and going to work in different sectors.

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• The 1970s came with a bang of confidence in women
  as they started wearing more form-fitting work
  clothes to work. Older women and those working at
  senior positions at offices chose to stop wearing
  blouses because they thought that blouses looked
  too youthful and fashion-forward for them. They,
  on the other hand, opted to wear more structural
  jackets that showed authority and seriousness,
  instead. Young women, on the contrary, started
  weathering casual separates such as jeans and
  t-shirts. 
• The 80s was the era of women gaining their voice
  and power and wearing power suits to work. But
  the conservative suits were also worn by women
  and separates also remained. The attire came with
  a big plus for women who liked to socialize as it
  allowed them to dress professionally for work and
  then joining their friends for cocktails later in
  the evening. Moreover, with the introduction of
  padded shouldered jackets, the power look was
  completed fashionably.
• Moving on, then came the 90s, women prioritized
  their comfort and wore comfortable tops with
  oversized jackets. High heeled shoes became less
  popular as shoes with low heels became a major
  choice for women. It was obvious to see that more
  and more were selected to wear the everyday
  attire for a daily look.

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• Lets talk about today now. What is womens
  workwear like at the moment? Women now have
  numerous styles to choose from that lets them
  dress however they want to while looking
  effortlessly professional. With the start of
  2000, about 60 per cent of women became part of
  the workforce today. Numerous style choices are
  available, allowing women to dress how they want
  while staying professional that includes anything
  even pants and denim.
• The last decade has shown a total overhaul
  of women workwear in Australia and several major
  countries all over the world. There is still a
  restriction on workwear for women in some places,
  but they exist for a companys safety reasons and
  branding.
• Also Read Your Guide To Australian PPE Standards
  Requirements

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But How Do Mens and Womens Workwear Differ from
Each Other?
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• Companies usually have different dress codes for
  men and women, and they are often quite strict on
  that. The uniforms often differ with the rank or
  the type of job. The uniforms also carry various
  degrees of formality. The difference between men
  and women uniform is easily discernible
• Casual
• Mens casual wear usually consists of sandals,
  athletic wear, casual jeans or pants while
  womens includes casual skirts, pants, or jeans.
  Lightweight pants are a better option especially
  with a flat front fit because they look
  flattering along with blouses and sweatshirts.
  Casual workwear is best for people who like to
  stay active as it has a dry and cool fabric with
  moisture-wicking properties.
• Smart Casual
• Mens smart casual involves them wearing a sports
  jacket with dress pants and a tie. Some prefer to
  wear a traditional business shirt, while others
  go for a turtleneck shirt. Womens smart casual
  consists of dress pants or a skirt with a top or
  turtleneck. Other than that accessories, dressy
  sweaters, poplin shirts, and dress shoes are some
  great choices.

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• Formal Attire
• Mens traditional business attire is a suit and a
  business shirt. Sports jackets, ties, accessories
  like watches, and dress shoe are all considered a
  part of that ensemble Womens formal business
  attire, on the other hand, comprises skirt suits
  or pantsuits with blouses or tops. Women often
  wear closed-toe shoes and stocking with minimal
  jewellery and makeup.
• Business Casual
• Business casual attire for men consists of dress
  pants, dockers-type pants, khakis and a shirt.
  They also wear a golf-type shirt instead of a
  traditional shirt, and they wear sweaters or
  vests on top of the shirt. Womens choose to wear
  pants or skirts with a top or blouses paired with
  a sweater.
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How to Pick the Right Womens Workwear
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• The way you look when you go to work can
  influence your performance and your success. So,
  it is important to choose the right clothes in
  order to fit in. You can choose the appropriate
  workwear by taking care of the following tips
• Understand Your Industrys Workwear 
• It is important to know what is permitted in a
  company before you choose the attire you want to
  wear. For instance, some companies allow their
  employees to wear skirts but those that are not
  above the knee. 
• Wear Tailored Clothing
• Well-fitted clothes look good even if you may
  have to spend a bit more money on them. If you do
  not want to spend your money getting your clothes
  tailored then make sure to get them in the right
  size.
• Also Read Work Pants How To Select the Right
  One?

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• Be Wary of Colours and Patterns 
• Although some offices allow their employees to
  wear colourful clothes, most of them usually want
  their workers to wear conservative fabrics and
  colours. So, just to stay on the safe side, it is
  better to stick with dark grey, black, and navy
  pants and suits. Stay away from extreme patterns
  and colours as offices are not the best place to
  express yourself.
• Opt for Modest Necklines
• Avoid revealing clothes and choose long hemlines,
  simple clothes and modest necklines to look
  professional. Yoga pants and leggings are a big
  no. You can wear work pants or elegant trousers
  if you do not want to wear a skirt.
• Also Read Corporate Workwear Things To Consider
  During Selection

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The Final Word

• In todays world, you can wear whatever you want
  when going to work, but that doesnt mean that
  you do not consider your workplace and its rules.
  It is extremely crucial to dress appropriately
  for work. And we understand that it can stressful
  to dress for a formal event, job, or internship.
  However, if you follow our proven-to-be-effective
  tips above, you will sure dress good and perform
  great.
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