How to Style a Jumpsuit for the Office

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

My weekday style and my weekend style tend to be pretty different.Unfortunately, my love for one piece outfits in the form of rompers and jumpsuits doesn’t always extend into the world of business attire. There are some pieces in my closet are versatile and appropriate enough to be double duty for in and out of the office, and I was determined to make a jumpsuit one of them. So I set out to figure out how to wear one to my 9 to 5.

I will preface this by saying my office dress code does lean much more casual than “business formal” (I’ve long retired my pencil skirts), so sorry to my girls working in more formal settings. For more business casual environments, what I found is that you can dress up a jumpsuit to make it office appropriate (win!). If you’re wondering how to style a jumpsuit for the office, just be sure to keep three basic rules in mind and you’ll be good to go.

How to Style a Jumpsuit for the Office

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

Three things to keep in mind when thinking about how to style a jumpsuit for the office:

+ Pick your prints wisely.

If you’re going to wear a jumpsuit, try to keep the print and color slightly more subtle – you don’t want to overdo it here! The trick is to choose a print you would normally wear on your pants. If your office is more casual, you might be able to get away with bolder prints, but I would probably stick to solid colors or a simple print that isn’t too distracting. If your office is less conservative, you may be able to get away with bolder prints. I would stick to solid colors and simple prints. I love a good wide legged pant and think they can be incredibly flattering and versatile, so I felt ok going with this striped pattern.

+ Make sure all your bases are covered.

And by that, I mean all of the appropriate body parts. You don’t want to show too much skin! After all, you’re at the office. Keep the cutouts and plunging necklines to after hours only.

+ Layer!

Throw on a blazer (LOVE this one by Grana – the oversized fit is perfect to throw on over a jumpsuit! I keep mine at the office so I can put it on anytime I need to look a little more polished) or a knit sweater or cardigan. If you’re feeling daring, sport a denim or leather jacket. Maybe keep that to Casual Fridays though?

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

Styling a Jumpsuit for the Office | by The Luxi Look

cult gaia bag

K. I. S. S. Keep it simple, stupid.  Although I wouldn’t wear this every day to the office, it was fun to repurpose something in my closet and wear something different during the week. What do you think? Would you wear a jumpsuit to work?

xx, Amy

blazer: grana (use code AMYxGRANA for 10% off your first order + free shipping)

jumpsuit: vici | bag: cult gaia

cult gaia bag

 

10 Discussion to this post

  1. Andreea says:

    Love how you turned a summer piece into an office appropriate one. It was a great idea to layer it and pair it with the Cult Gaia bag. Love the entire look and it would also be pretty perfect for a night out as well. Wishing you a great weekend ahead! xx

    Andreea,
    http://couturezilla.com/

  2. Areli says:

    Really like how you styled this for the office! If I didn’t have to wear my uniform top, I would definitely try this!!!
    Xx,
    Areli’s April // Areli’s April on Bloglovin

  3. Elizabeth says:

    Yes, I’d definitely wear a jumpsuit to the office! 🙂 The office environment I’m working in is a little less formal, so I’ve retired my pencil skirts as well, but there are still some days where I want to look more polished than usual, especially if we’re having meetings with upper management. Really loved how you repurposed this summer essential for a very chic and sophisticated office look! <3 Looking lovely as always love!

    XO, Elizabeth
    http://clothestoyouuu.com/

  4. Paula says:

    Love this look! You have an amazing style 🙂

    http://www.blossomikebana.com

  5. Dhwani says:

    Love the stripe jumpsuit and your bag!!!!

    xo, Dhwani

    http://www.quitksofme.com

  6. Sara Azani says:

    This is such a great post. I’m in love with this workwear idea!

    xx Sara
    http://stylemba.com/

  7. I couldn’t be more obsessed with this outfit. That striped jumpsuit is so perfect for summer & I can’t even get started on how much I love that statement bag.

    I’d love for you to check out my blog if you get a chance!
    http://gypsysundayblog.com/

  8. auna says:

    Wow!!! What an absolutely stunning dress on you! You look incredible in that color!

    xx Auna | http://simplyauna.com

  9. Jamie says:

    Always a struggle to find summer pieces that can be worn for work and over the weekend! Some great tips! Love the KISS acronym too.

    xo Jamie

    http://jamieonthings.com/

  10. Jessica C. says:

    This post made me chuckle a little bit.. I’ve written about the same exact topic!! I am blown away by how chic this outfit is though!! I don’t think I can pull it off in my industry. I’m so envious of those that could!! GREAT look!!

    Jessica || Cubicle Chic

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