15 Business Casual Outfits for Women

A Coat and Jeans

business casual - coat and jeans — Getty Images

This is a good foundation for a business casual outfit. Just switch out your trousers for jeans and keep the rest of your outfit the same.

If you want to retain the "business" vibe, swap out this bomber for a blazer (or layer a structured shirt underneath). Tie up the top if you're worried about your belly button showing.

02 of 15

A Slouchier Suit

business casual - black sweater — Getty Images

Similarly, this is suit-esque, just slouchier. The material in the jacket and pants is a little softer, and keeping the sweater collar popped feels more laidback instead of fussy. The bag and shoes are still nice and work-appropriate, it's important to note.

03 of 15

Fancy Denim

business casual - patterned jeans — Getty Images

With an Oxford shirt on top and chunky loafers on bottom, there's still some structure to the look—which means you can get away with jeans. The print on the denim is cool and funky, and you'd style them like printed trousers.

04 of 15

A Patterned Sweater

business casual - patterned sweater — Getty Images

Instead of a button-down shirt, how about a statement sweater? This option is slouchy and cool (and no doubt more comfortable than a collared shirt), but keep the trousers and boots so there's still a touch of formality.

05 of 15

Tonal Beige

This head-to-toe tan knit is a glorious execution of the style. Everything's a cozy soft knit (and a t-shirt peeks out from underneath the sweater), but everything's high quality—which is an important part of making it look office-appropriate.

06 of 15

A Statement Blazer

business casual - blazers — Getty Images

Taking the basic principle of blazer and jeans, why not spice things up a bit by replacing your black blazer with something a bit more textured? These pals are essentially using the same formula (we love a matching BFF): visual interest on top, neutral on bottom.

07 of 15

Dark Denim

business casual - all denim — Getty Images

The key is to have everything be a darker rinse and have everything match or near-match, that way it just looks like a denim dress suit!

08 of 15

Oversized Knits

business casual - oversized knit — Getty Images

This long tunic turtleneck would be divine for sitting on the couch and having a warm beverage. But you can bring it into your business casual repertoire by pairing it with stiffer pieces: jacket, bag, and boots.

09 of 15

A Cardigan as a Top

business casual - cardigan — Getty Images

Here Bella Hadid uses a cardigan as a top and plays with layering, allowing the top to peek out under her blazer. Opt to button all the buttons if you'd rather not show skin.

10 of 15

A Nicer Coat

business casual - tan knit — Getty Images

White denim in winter is absolutely fine, in case you were wondering. If you want to ground the look, use a bulkier jacket to make it clear this is a wintry outfit. You could even do white fashion sneakers in place of loafers here.

11 of 15

A Graphic Sweater

business casual - graphic sweater — Getty Images

If a graphic tee or sweater feels out of place as normal workwear, save it for Casual Fridays. This one is still deeply cool and, at the very least, a conversation starter.

12 of 15

A Leather Skirt

Leather as a concept doesn't have to be reserved for business casual attire, but a patent leather button skirt is a bit edgier than, say, a leather or vegan leather blazer. If you did want to make this business-appropriate, swap the tee out with a collared shirt. As it is, though, this outfit is chic and cool in all the right ways.

13 of 15

A Canadian Tuxedo

business casual - canadian tuxedo — Getty Images

If you're feeling daring, use your denim pieces as if they were a suit and pair them together. In that case, you'll want to use denim that isn't distressed as the pants are here, and you'll want to use two pieces that are similar in color.

14 of 15

Suit Shorts

Like her sister, Gigi Hadid has some strong street style creds. Weather permitting, emulate her by getting some formal shorts (or turning up some formal capris, as she does) and pairing them with a blazer in a similar color. In colder weather, wear tights.

15 of 15

Black Tights

business casual - all black — Getty Images

This is not for the faint of heart (or for the everyday office). If you work for a fashion house or magazine—or anywhere else where it won't cause people to be shocked—it's okay to dip a toe into the "no pants" trend. Just use some very opaque tights, okay? (And if that's too much for you, opt for a mini instead!)

We Care About Your Privacy

We and our partners process data to provide:

15 Business Casual Outfits for When You Can't Work From Home