#office-party-attire

#office-party-attire

"Monograms let you know that the wearer has achieved a certain level of success; they can afford to [customize something] from a time and a financial perspective."

Washi, because of its quality and texture, offers something not just tactile but psychologically soothing. It's about one-third the weight of cotton, light, breathable and dry to the touch.

"They're everyday professionals who simply don't have the time to shop the traditional way," said Kneen about J. Hilburn customers. Instead, stylists manage fit, fabrics and wardrobe planning, effectively outsourcing the entire process for busy professionals.

Ordering a custom suit is fairly common for this occasion. The process, in which a tailor or team of craftspeople produces a unique-to-you suit, can ensure a perfect fit and allows for intimate customization, but tends to take weeks and can be expensive.

In Japan, the way I dressed became one of the clearest lessons about work, credibility, and belonging. I quickly learned that even in casual offices, there are unspoken expectations.

In 2010, Bangkok was in crisis, and there was a series of huge demonstrations across the city. Supporters of the ousted prime minister wore red shirts. I remember going to meet a client and accidentally wearing a red top, and they commented on it even though I'm not Thai. I found out later that one of the client's properties had been burned down by the red-shirt protesters.

There are shifts in fashion that arrive without noise. They don't demand attention, yet they gradually reshape the way people dress with surprising clarity. The renewed presence of women's suits fits into this kind of quiet transformation. It isn't about looking back or reviving old dress codes. It reflects a growing appetite for clarity, intention and proportion - qualities that feel increasingly valuable in a moment defined by constant visual stimulation.

Stylist and writer Orla Dempsey tried on some ties for a week, following a big fashion trend for 2026 and following in the footsteps of some famous faces

We are fully on board with the ease of a matching set - the ultimate workaround for looking put-together while essentially wearing "elevated pajamas." Whether you're working from home, running errands, or traveling, these duos offer a simple way to stay comfortable without looking like you just rolled out of bed. Simply add a jacket, sneakers, or minimal jewelry to transition from the couch to the real world. Here is our updated list of the loungewear sets we're living in for 2026.

I had a closet full of clothes, yet somehow nothing was right. Even three days a week felt like a lot of outfits compared to my previous zero. And unfortunately, I'm the kind of person whose mood is directly correlated to what I'm wearing. If my outfit doesn't make me feel like the most fashionable, put-together version of myself, my entire day is.... dare I say, ruined.

Our all-time favorite shirt jacket Pros The best unstructured fit Durable Cons An investment Alex Mill's work jacket is one of our most beloved, and we're counting it as a shirt jacket. Why shouldn't we? It's made with garment-dyed denim, the chore coat's signature front pockets and all the swag in the world. It's an excellent replacement for a blazer in a more-casual-than-business work environment. And we would knowit's an Esquire editor favorite.

Choosing a particular model does not necessarily mean focusing on excessive colour, but rather knowing how to identify the lines and volumes that communicate a precise aesthetic vision that breaks with convention. This process requires a certain awareness of materials and proportions, as a shoe with a strong design has the ability to transform even the simplest outfit into a sophisticated and modern style statement.