Boardrooms, presentations, and meetings do not have to be a denim free zone. If you like wearing jeans, you will love our tips on how to wear jeans to work.

Quite a number of offices have, at a minimum, a casual Friday where wearing jeans is encouraged.

More and more offices, however, are embracing the spirit of permitting their employees to wear jeans to work almost every day. Plus, perhaps you’re working from home for all, or part, of the week. In which case, a smart top (for conference calls) and a pair of jeans will be perfect.

There is a catch. In most cases you are still expected to look like a professional despite the casual allure of denim.

Jeans For Work
In this post, we show you how to wear jeans in a professional (and stylish) manner without looking like you’re leading a meeting wearing your leisure Sunday best.

Business Casual Jeans: Are Jeans Business Casual?
A business casual dress code may sound like a dream as you get to wear more casual pieces to the office.

But, it can just lead to confusion as what is acceptable varies from job to job and workplace to workplace.

One thing is clear is that business casual doesn’t mean wearing a t-shirt, sneakers and jeans. Nor does it mean a full, matching suit and high heels.

Instead, business casual attire for women falls somewhere between.

I think, depending on where you work, you can definitely wear jeans in a way to meet the business casual dress code.

5 Quick Rules For Wearing Jeans To Work
If you want to wear jeans to work, keep these guidelines in mind.

1. A Darker Rinse Looks More Professional
A darker rinse jean is considered to be the standard for a more professional denim look.

Denim with a lighter wash is considered to carry a more casual tone that might not be suitable for all offices.

Choose darker blue and black hues for a more professional look.

2. Shoes Matter
To keep the look pulled together and professional, veer towards the direction of shoes you might otherwise wear at the office.

Think structured pumps, professional-looking wedges, and well-fitting flats.

Definitely steer away from sneakers and anything which looks too casual.

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3. Pull It All Together With A Great Blazer
A tailored blazer that fits well is exactly what is needed to take a casual pair of jeans to the next level.

Do not just think you have to stick to the basic black blazer.

Depending on how much freedom you have in regard to sartorial creativity, experiment with different colors and lengths for a look that is unique, chic, and still acceptable for professional norms.

4. Keep It Clean
No matter how hard you try, quite distressed denim cannot be upgraded to a very professional look.

The intrinsic nature of torn and shredded denim does not translate well to a professional office look. There are some exceptions of course, especially for those who work in creative industries.

You could try a trouser jeans style with a crease in the middle for a look which combines the feel of pants and jeans.

5. Make It Tailor Made
Make sure the jeans you select fit well. Whether you go with a trouser cut or skinny jeans, make sure they fit you well (note: are not too tight OR too loose) and are the appropriate hem.