Business casual outfits

What business casual means: tailored trousers or chinos, a shirt, polo or fine knit, a blazer when it's called for, and loafers or clean leather shoes. No suit, no trainers you'd run in. 1,178 complete looks, each with why it works.

By Ivan Kachur · Updated October 2026 · What business casual means, and what to wear

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Striped blouse, trousers & khaki shoes
€305*
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Grey polo, black pleated trousers & beige shoes
€324*
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Grey jumper, trousers & shoes
€216*
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Green shirt, beige pleated trousers & black shoes
€244*
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Beige jumper, grey trousers & shoes
€286*
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Blouse, trousers & grey shoes
€300*
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Orange roll neck, cream trousers & brown boots

€199*

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Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

€179*

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Brown jumper, grey trousers & beige shoes

€264*

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Green rugby shirt, beige trousers & navy shoes

€187*

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Cream jumper, grey trousers & green shoes

€258*

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Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

€179*

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Navy cardigan, taupe maxi dress & beige shoes

€538*

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Jacket, polo & trousers

€397*

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Taupe dress & navy loafers

€478*

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Jacket, polo & trousers

€506*

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Beige cardigan, black maxi dress & purple boots

€557*

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Corduroy jacket, jumper & khaki trousers

€369*

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Beige roll neck, black wide-leg trousers & navy loafers

€717*

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Black cardigan, taupe dress & blue shoes

€460*

For cool days, about 5–12°C · Work · 3 pieces from €80*

Tan leather jacket, navy knit polo & grey trousers

€829*

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What business casual means, and what to wear

What does business casual mean?

It's the dress code between a suit and weekend clothes: tailored trousers or chinos, a shirt, a polo or a fine knit, a blazer when the day calls for it, and leather shoes. No tie or full suit, but no hoodies, athletic wear or beat-up trainers either. Offices differ, so look at what your manager wears on a normal day and match that.

Can I wear jeans in a business casual office?

Many offices allow dark jeans, especially on Fridays. Keep them dark, clean and straight, and wear them with something smart, like a blazer, a crisp shirt or a fine knit, and leather shoes. Light washes, rips and baggy cuts read as weekend. On a day with a client meeting or a presentation, choose trousers instead, whatever the dress code allows.

How does business casual change in winter?

Swap fabrics rather than formality: wool or flannel trousers instead of cotton, a merino or cashmere jumper over a shirt, a wool coat over everything, and leather boots instead of loafers on wet days. Roll necks are business casual too, alone or under a blazer.

What is business casual for women?

Tailored trousers, a midi skirt or a knee-length dress; a blouse, a fine knit or a shirt; a blazer or a cardigan; and loafers, flats, low heels or sleek ankle boots. Keep hems around the knee or below, and choose fabrics that hold their shape through the day.

What is business casual for men?

Chinos or wool trousers, an oxford or button-down shirt, a polo or a merino jumper, an optional blazer, and loafers, derbies or leather boots. A belt that matches the shoes, socks that match the trousers, and the shirt tucked in. Navy, grey, stone and brown go with each other in any combination.

How do I build a business casual wardrobe?

Start with neutrals that all go together: two pairs of trousers (navy or charcoal, and a lighter one like stone or camel), three or four tops, one blazer and one pair of leather shoes or boots. Add colour through a knit or a shirt. Ten pieces like that make two weeks of outfits without repeating one.

Questions people ask

Are trainers business casual?

In many offices, clean minimal leather trainers are accepted with chinos and a knit. Running shoes and chunky trainers aren't. If you're unsure, wear loafers or boots.

Is a polo business casual?

Yes, a plain knit or piqué polo with chinos or trousers is business casual, especially in summer or a relaxed office.

Are leggings business casual?

Usually not on their own. Ponte trousers, which look like trousers but feel like leggings, are a good alternative.

Do I need a blazer for business casual?

Not every day. Keep one at work for meetings; a smart knit over a shirt works on other days.

What should I wear on my first day in a business casual office?

Lean slightly formal: tailored trousers, a crisp shirt or blouse, a blazer and leather shoes. You can dress down once you've seen what everyone wears.

Business casual outfits

Office-ready

Striped blouse, trousers & khaki shoes

Grey polo, black pleated trousers & beige shoes

Grey jumper, trousers & shoes

Green shirt, beige pleated trousers & black shoes

Beige jumper, grey trousers & shoes

Blouse, trousers & grey shoes

Under €300 · 208 looks

Red jumper, cream trousers & black flats

Polo, trousers & shoes

Shirt, brown trousers & shoes

Black polo, trousers & khaki shoes

Jumper, trousers & brown shoes

Cream knitted vest, black trousers & Mary Janes

Skirts and dresses

Polo, skirt & grey shoes

Cream gilet, cream knitted vest & cream maxi skirt

Black dress & black ballet flats

Jacket, dress & brown loafers

Black gilet, green jumper & beige skirt

Grey cardigan, grey dress & brown loafers

All looks

Orange roll neck, cream trousers & brown boots

Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

Brown jumper, grey trousers & beige shoes

Green rugby shirt, beige trousers & navy shoes

Cream jumper, grey trousers & green shoes

Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

Navy cardigan, taupe maxi dress & beige shoes

Jacket, polo & trousers

Taupe dress & navy loafers

Jacket, polo & trousers

Beige cardigan, black maxi dress & purple boots

Corduroy jacket, jumper & khaki trousers

Beige roll neck, black wide-leg trousers & navy loafers

Black cardigan, taupe dress & blue shoes

Tan leather jacket, navy knit polo & grey trousers

Business casual outfits

Office-ready

Striped blouse, trousers & khaki shoes

Grey polo, black pleated trousers & beige shoes

Grey jumper, trousers & shoes

Green shirt, beige pleated trousers & black shoes

Beige jumper, grey trousers & shoes

Blouse, trousers & grey shoes

Under €300 · 208 looks

Red jumper, cream trousers & black flats

Polo, trousers & shoes

Shirt, brown trousers & shoes

Black polo, trousers & khaki shoes

Jumper, trousers & brown shoes

Cream knitted vest, black trousers & Mary Janes

Skirts and dresses

Polo, skirt & grey shoes

Cream gilet, cream knitted vest & cream maxi skirt

Black dress & black ballet flats

Jacket, dress & brown loafers

Black gilet, green jumper & beige skirt

Grey cardigan, grey dress & brown loafers

All looks

Orange roll neck, cream trousers & brown boots

Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

Brown jumper, grey trousers & beige shoes

Green rugby shirt, beige trousers & navy shoes

Cream jumper, grey trousers & green shoes

Jumper, trousers & grey shoes

Navy cardigan, taupe maxi dress & beige shoes

Jacket, polo & trousers

Taupe dress & navy loafers

Jacket, polo & trousers

Beige cardigan, black maxi dress & purple boots

Corduroy jacket, jumper & khaki trousers

Beige roll neck, black wide-leg trousers & navy loafers

Black cardigan, taupe dress & blue shoes

Tan leather jacket, navy knit polo & grey trousers

What business casual means, and what to wear

What does business casual mean?

Can I wear jeans in a business casual office?

How does business casual change in winter?