David Sloan, Chief Merchandising Officer at Huckberry, explains, 'Business casual is a tidying up of casual, and it includes a sizable range. It's just a bit more polished, and might include an unstructured blazer or a chore coat versus a traditional blazer paired with chinos or five-pocket trousers.' This highlights the flexibility and subtlety involved in personalizing a business casual wardrobe.
According to a recent YouGov poll, only 22% of respondents wear 'business professional' clothing to work, while 47% report wearing business casual. This indicates a significant shift in workplace attire as employees adapt to new standards when returning to the office.
Sloan also offers insight for men looking to build a business casual wardrobe, recommending essentials such as an unstructured blazer, jersey polo, structured casual shirt, oxford shirt, chino trousers, and leather loafers, emphasizing that many already possess suitable items.
Cassie Bird from My Chic Obsession points out that 'Business casual isn't a one-size-fits-all deal; the standards can vary quite a bit between different industries or even individual companies,' underscoring the importance of understanding one’s workplace culture when considering attire.
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