Fall is here again, and with it the question of what to wear to work now that the season has changed.
Figuring out business casual outfits can be hard enough. How do you channel fall at the same time? Can you wear sweaters and flannels, or are those too casual for the office? What about footwear like boots?
If those are the kinds of things you’re wondering about, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, you’ll find twelve fall business casual outfits, along with tips and tricks for creating your own autumnal work looks.
Fall Office Outfit Tips
Layers Are Your Friend
Layering is just as important in the fall as it is in the spring, especially early in the season when mornings are cool and afternoons are warm. You might also find your ideal temperature doesn’t match the office thermostat, so having a layer you can remove or add is essential.
Channel Fall Subtly
As tempting as it is to show up decked out in pumpkins and flannels the second the first leaf hits the ground, that doesn’t work well for the office. Instead, bring in fall in smaller ways, such as wearing autumnal colors, plaid prints, and polished sweaters.
Add Tights
Your warm weather skirts and dresses don’t have to be packed away just because fall is here. Simply layer them over a pair of tights, plain or colorful, to keep your legs warm.
Switch Out Your Footwear
An easy way to make your outfits more fall is to switch from flats and sandals to loafers and boots. And yes, boots are business casual appropriate. You just need to choose polished ones without too much heel rather than, say, Doc Martens.
Wear a Jacket
Even if you don’t wear your jacket all day, it can really complete your look and keep you warm on the commute home. There’s also no rule that you can’t keep wearing the jacket while you work (especially if the office is cold).
Fall Business Casual Outfits
Blazer and Skirt
Start your outfit with a midi skirt and simple blouse. Then, add a blazer, knee-high boots, and a neck scarf for a perfect feminine fall outfit.
Blazer and Jeans
If your office dress code leans more casual than business, you can get away with wearing a nice pair of jeans. Together with a blazer and loafers, you have an outfit that can go from work to the grocery store.
Blazer and Trousers
This combo is great because you can make it your own so easily. It can match your style perfectly, whether you go with wide or skinny pants, an oversized or fitted blazer, boots or loafers.
Midi Skirt and Cardigan
Combining a midi skirt and cardigan looks classy and feminine. If you get too warm, just drape the sweater around your shoulders, assuming you’re wearing a shirt underneath, of course!
Leather Skirt and Blouse
A pencil skirt and blouse are an office staple. Upgrading to a leather skirt will add a tough edge to this classic outfit, while also making it perfect for fall.
Long Sleeve Shirt Dress
Shirt dresses aren’t only for summer office outfits. A long-sleeve version with boots and a neck scarf is a simple autumn look to throw together on busy days.
Dress and Cardigan
This look might lean a little “middle school teacher”, but it’s still cute. Add a belt, high heels, and statement earrings to complete the outfit.
Sweater and Trousers
Pairing a sweater with your favorite pair of work pants is simple but classic. Add loafers and a trench coat if it’s cool enough outside.
Button-Up and Trousers
Want to wear a flannel to the office, but can’t because it’s too casual? Find a plaid button-up shirt that gives the same vibe and pair it with trousers and ankle boots.
Blouse and Trousers
This is another tried-and-true fall office outfit. Simply pair a long-sleeve blouse with trousers and a belt, and you’re ready to go.
Sweater and Button-Up
Wearing a sweater over your button-up shirt is a great way to stay warm and look good at the office. You can wear this combo with trousers or a skirt, depending on your style.
Matching Set
You can never go wrong with a matching office wear set, no matter what season it is. All you need to do is pick a good pair of shoes and a few pieces of jewelry to complete the look.
Your fall business casual outfits will pop off this year with these ideas. Which one are you most excited to try?
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