Wearing pants and jeans has become a norm for men as acceptable office wear. Sometimes, you have to be flexible with your dressing as a man.

Shorts can be good too if only you could choose the right pairs. Here are some tips to help you wear shorts confidently to work: 

NB: Check with your company HR to ensure you are not going against your company dress code.

• Make The Length Sustainable: 

Length should be an important factor when choosing office shorts. You don’t want to show too much skin and create the wrong impressions. The shorts should be down to your knee and well-groomed. 

•  Pick Materials With Care: 

The materials shorts are made out of also determine how appropriate the clothing is for the office. More luxurious, expensive-looking fabrics that give a more formal edge that suits a workday works best here. For instance, those in plaid or tweed can work well, as can a nice thick, sturdy cotton or cotton blend. It’s usually wise to avoid soft cotton shorts or those made of satin or crepe, etc. as they look shabby for a work environment. 

• Consider Adding Layers: 

One great way to dress up your shorts for the office is to add layers to your outfit. If you select suitable items to go with the bottoms you wear, you’ll helpnsure you don’t come across as too casual by pairing shorts with a nice blazer, a collared shirt, or even a vest and jacket or shirt and tie. These days, matching coordinated ensembles are pretty popular, too, so you could get a short-suit combination happening by wearing a jacket and shorts made from the same material. Pop a simple white, black, or gray t-shirt, for example, under the blazer to break up the look and stop it from becoming too “matchy-matchy.” 

• Wear Covered Shoes: 

The shoes you pair with your shorts also adds to how formal and work-worthy your outfit looks. It is a good idea to wear covered shoes with your shorts, such as a nice corporate shoe or sneakers, depending on your workplace. Do not wear flip-flops, sandals or other very casual footwear with your shorts, as this can seem like you don’t care about your look or feel like you should be on vacation rather than working. 

• Add Accessories: 

Adding some stylish pieces can elevate your look and help show that you take pride in your appearance and vibe. For instance, you could add a nice belt, wear a tie, or utilize a fashionable scarf. You might also like to choose some polished, jewelries that you can incorporate into your outfit to get a more professional look. Chains, rings, stylish watches, and the like can help boost your appearance to be more dressed up than you could be otherwise seen. 

Shorts are comfortable and the perfect piece of clothing for the hot summer months, but they’re not traditionally worn so much in the office. You can change this trend, though, and get comfortable in the workplace by choosing the right shorts and working on your entire style, from head to toe.

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