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Dressing Down With Class: A Women’s Casual Attire Guide

How to create polished casual outfits with versatile basics, good fit and simple styling.

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Woman in a casual street-style outfit
Photo: Street fashion 2019 by Ines 2019, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
In this guide
  1. Versatile basics
  2. Styling tips
  3. Outfit ideas
  4. Care

Casual does not have to mean careless. A few well-chosen pieces make relaxed outfits look put together.

Versatile basics

  • Well-fitting jeans in a dark wash.
  • Plain t-shirts in neutral colors.
  • A crisp white or striped shirt.
  • A tailored blazer or structured jacket.
  • A simple knit sweater or cardigan.
  • A casual dress that works with sneakers or sandals.
  • Clean white sneakers, loafers or flat ankle boots.

Styling tips

  • Fit first: good fit makes simple clothes look polished.
  • Layer: add a blazer, denim jacket or scarf.
  • Add one statement piece: bold earrings, a printed scarf or a bright bag.
  • Tuck and roll: a front tuck or rolled sleeves adds shape.
  • Coordinate colors: a neutral base with one accent color is easy to wear.

Outfit ideas

  • Weekend brunch: jeans, a striped top, loafers and a crossbody bag.
  • Casual office day: tailored trousers, a knit top and a blazer.
  • Errands: a midi dress, a denim jacket and sneakers.

Care

Keep basics in good condition by following care labels, and replace items that look worn.

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