5 Style Tips Your Employees Need to Hear
Today, some offices are fully remote, others have embraced hybrid schedules, and traditional dress codes are loosening so it can be confusing what to wear to work. But while the rules of workplace attire may have shifted, the importance of showing up with intention hasn't changed.
Here are five style truths every employee needs to hear—whether you're leading meetings or logging into Zoom.
1. You Don’t Need to Wear Business Professional to Look Nice
Forget stiff suits and high heels (well, unless you’re like me, then don’t forget heels). Looking polished doesn’t mean dressing in traditional business professional attire every day. But a more relaxed dress code doesn’t mean careless or too casual.
Focus on pieces that are well-fitted, clean, and put together. Think elevated business casual: structured jackets, nice denim with tailored tops, or dresses that feel easy but intentional. You can still be comfortable while making a strong impression.
2. Wearing Clothes That Make You Feel Confident Elevates Your Work Product
There’s a direct connection between how you feel in your clothes and how you perform at work. When you wear something that fits well, suits your personal style, and makes you feel good, you naturally show up with more confidence, energy, and focus.
Getting dressed shouldn’t be an afterthought—it should be part of your morning routine that sets the tone for the day ahead. If you're doubting yourself in front of the mirror, that hesitation often carries over into your work. Dress for the version of yourself you want to step into.
3. You Can Dress Authentically in the Workplace (Within Boundaries)
Gone are the days of conforming to a one-size-fits-all corporate look. Today, many companies embrace individuality and self-expression. That said, the key is balance: expressing your personal style while respecting your environment and role.
Add personality through color, accessories, or silhouette choices—but stay aware of what’s appropriate for client meetings, leadership settings, or internal presentations. Authenticity and professionalism are not mutually exclusive.
4. Weekend Casual Usually Doesn’t Translate to Work Casual
This is a trap many fall into—especially in remote or startup environments. The clothes you wear to brunch, run errands, or lounge at home are not the same as professional casual.
Work casual should still look intentional and composed. Swap leggings for tailored pants, flip-flops for loafers or flats, and graphic tees for polished tops. Even on the most casual of teams, your style still communicates how seriously you take your work.
5. Having a Polished Image Instills Trust in Your Colleagues and Clients
Like it or not, people form impressions within seconds—and your appearance plays a role in how trustworthy, competent, and credible you seem. This doesn’t mean being flashy or overdressed. It means being neat, consistent, and composed in how you show up.
A polished image reinforces your attention to detail, professionalism, and care—qualities that build trust with clients, colleagues, and leadership alike.
Style Is More Than Just Clothes—It’s Communication
Every time you get dressed for work, you're telling people who you are and how you show up in the world. By dressing with intention, confidence, and authenticity, you’re not just elevating your image—you’re elevating your impact.