Denim often gets a bad rap for being too casual for work — even in business casual workplaces. However, fashion keeps evolving, and with it, so do ideas of what is appropriate to wear in professional settings.

But, before you dive into the world of wearing jeans to work, there are a couple of things that you should keep in mind:

• Stay away from rips and distressed details: Unless your workplace is very casual, it’s a good idea to stick to jeans that look new, clean, and crisp when wearing jeans to work. Otherwise, you run the risk of looking sloppy rather than put-together. 
• Keep it classic: When in doubt, choose timeless, streamlined silhouettes that are always in style; think skinny or slim-leg jeans, denim pencil skirts, etc. This will make your look appear fashion-forward and intentional, rather than over-the-top. The one exception is if you work in a creative setting, such as fashion, where it is expected that your work look will be trendy and of-the-moment.
• Watch out for embellishments: While embellishments such as patches, rhinestones, and sequins might seem like a fun way to up the formal factor of your look, it’s usually a good idea to avoid them when working — especially if they go across the seat/rear area. Doing so will not only prevent your outfit from venturing into overdone territory, but is also much more polished-looking overall.

Now that all of that has been said, keep scrolling to see how to wear jeans at work!

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Jeans for Work Outfit #1

Products: Blazer – Mango, Shirt – H&M, Jeans – Gap, Earrings – Nordstrom, Bangle – Nordstrom, Necklace – Nordstrom, Lip Pencil – Bloomingdale’s, Bag – Sole Society, Driving Moccasins – Belk 

This outfit revolves around the classic skinny-jeans-and-blazer combo, making it a perfect choice for those who are new to the idea of wearing denim to work.