Wearing hoodies to work may be okay for Mark Zuckerberg, but you are not Mark Zuckerberg. Until you reach that level, you need to wear clothes that are professional, stylish, and well-tailored. But many men are unsure of what that means. Figuring out what to wear to work can be challenging at times. To take away some of the guess-work, we have selected three looks that will work for most business environments.
Suit Up
One of my bosses taught me a valuable lesson: Don’t dress for the job you have. Dress for the job you want. Having a few well-tailored suits in your work wardrobe will make you stand out from the crowd and look like a leader.
Get the Look:
- ‘Pasolini/Movie’ Gray Wool Suit by BOSS
- Indochino White Twill Shirt
- Allen Edmonds Walnut Fifth Avenue Cap-Toe Oxford Shoes (Walnut)
- Circles Silk Tie
- Bulova Precisionist Rose Gold Steel Chronograph Watch
Business Casual
Many companies have moved to a Business Casual dress code, but here’s a career tip: Save your casual clothing for Fridays and dress to make an impression on the bosses.
Get the Look:
- Eton Sky Blue Prince of Wales Check Shirt
- Banana Republic Classic-Fit Solid Wool Trouser
- Hugo Boss Tie
- Ted Baker Tailin Tight Lines Wool Blazer
- Allen Edmonds Strand Cap-Toe Oxford Shoes
Casual Friday
When all of your colleagues show up to work with oversized golf shirts and ill-fitting khakis, you can set yourself apart with this smart look.
Get the Look:
- Blue Dot Daily Grind Limited Edition Shirt
- Bonobos Jet Blues Washed Chinos
- Unconstructed Wool Blazer
- Johnston & Murphy Tassel Slip-On
If you work in an office with desks made out of discarded doors, Foosball tables, and weekly keg parties, feel free to ignore this advice. A hoodie will do just fine.
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Frederick J. Goodall is the Editor-in-Chief of Mocha Man Style, media spokesperson, event host, photographer, and a top social media influencer in Houston, TX. He likes to write about fashion, cars, travel, and health.