10 Unexpected fashion details that elevate your office outfits

10 Unexpected fashion details that can elevate your everyday office outfits

MF editorial team

12 Jul 2018

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One-shoulder
Off-shoulder and cold-shoulder tops were de rigueur for the past few seasons, but now it’s time for one-shoulder pieces to shine. This sunny yellow top is perfect for casual Fridays; wear it with a pair of comfy mom jeans and some cheeky earrings.

SaturdayClub, S$33
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Paperbag Waist
The fashion world has been loving all things retro, and this power suiting-inspired paperbag trousers is perfect not just for the office, but also for laid back weekend brunches with your girlfriends.

SaturdayClub, S$49
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Bubble sleeves
Take a peek at the Instagram accounts of influencers and you’ll notice that bubble sleeves are having a moment. This striped top will go perfectly with high-rise denim and sneakers.

SaturdayClub, S$43
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Asymmetry
Asymmetric pieces may be tricky to work into everyday outfits, but this toned-down version keeps things interesting without being too avant garde.

SaturdayClub, S$63
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Deconstructed Classics
Deconstruction has always been a staple of avant garde fashion brands, making this a worthy detail to invest in. The playful cut of this piece will pair well with wide-leg pants and block heels!

SaturdayClub, S$59
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Kimono Wrap
Style stars are currently obsessed with wrap dresses and tops — this elegant iteration allows you to channel Diane von Furstenburg at a fraction of the cost.

SaturdayClub, S$46
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Contrast Fabrics
Balenciaga may have puzzled many with the “T-shirt Shirt”, but contrasting fabrics doesn’t have to be out of this world. Put this shift dress on to let your colleagues know that you’re fashion-forward but not impractical.

SaturdayClub, S$59
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Contrast stitching
We’ve been seeing contrast stitching everywhere on runways and social media — this shift dress juxtaposes playful details with a simple silhouette, making it perfect for the office.

SaturdayClub, S$63
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Origami Pleating
This top may look simple at first glance, until you notice the knife-sharp origami pleating at the waist. Wear it with a pair of flared pants and lots of sass.

SaturdayClub, S$49
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Architectural Ruffles
Architectural details have long been a darling of fashion houses. Don’t you think that this dress would look absolutely perfect with a pair of gold statement earrings?

SaturdayClub, S$66

Your regular workday may be dreary, but your office outfits don’t have to be! Here’s how to translate bold runway trends into elevated workwear.

We get it — a regular 9 to 5 job isn’t the most exciting on Earth. On top of that, many companies have a dress code employees have to adhere to, which means there’s a limit to how creative you can get with your office outfits. Nevertheless, the allure of fashion is irresistible. We’re here to shed light on how to incorporate runway fashion trends and elevate your everyday workwear with an unexpected touch, all without getting into trouble with HR. We’ve put together a selection of 10 unexpected fashion details, all inspired by the runway trends of the season. Since the selected pieces are tailored with the modern working woman in mind, you can rest assured that they’ll fit right into your wardrobe — no extensive shopping overhaul required!

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