Let’s be honest—WFH isn’t going anywhere. Whether you’re full-time remote or doing the hybrid shuffle, one thing’s certain: the work wardrobe has changed for good.
Gone are the days of rigid office attire for five days a week. With fewer in-person meetings and more flexible schedules, dressing for work is now as much about comfort as it is about professionalism. But let’s be clear—working from home doesn’t mean spending your days in coffee-stained joggers and an ancient band tee. Your wardrobe still matters, whether you’re jumping on Zoom calls or simply trying to smash through your to-do list.
A well-curated WFH wardrobe should strike the perfect balance between ease and elegance. Think soft tailoring, high-quality loungewear and elevated essentials that make you feel put together without sacrificing comfort. Below, we break down the key pieces every stylish home worker should have.
Cashmere Sweater
There are sweaters, then there are cashmere sweaters. This super-soft, super-comfortable woollen fabric is the holy grail of knitwear, offering exceptional warmth and a silky-smooth hand feel. A proper cashmere sweater is every bit as comfortable as your favourite slouchy crew-neck sweatshirt, but will look a lot more professional over Zoom calls. For these reasons, we feel it’s an integral part of any good WFH wardrobe.
There are lots of excellent brands making beautiful cashmere knitwear, but in our experience some do it better than others. We’d suggest browsing the likes of Stenstroms, Luca Faloni, John Smedley, N.Peal and, if you’re feeling particularly flush, Brunello Cucinelli. Try ASKET or Uniqlo if you’re on a tight budget.
Drawstring Pants
We’ve been singing the praises of drawstring pants for many years now and widespread WFH has cemented our position further still. These comfortable trousers sit somewhere between chinos and sweatpants, taking the best from both worlds to make a legwear option that’s both comfortable and presentable.
Because of this, drawstring pants are perfect for working from home. They offer the comfort and ease of a jogging bottom while being smart enough to wear with a shirt without looking like you got dressed in the dark. Plus, if you pick a neutral colour, they’ll go with absolutely everything. We’d suggest opting for a linen-cotton blend in the summer and twill in the winter.
Soft Shirt
If you’re going to be attending regular online meetings with your webcam enabled then it’s important you look put together… particularly the top half. Opting for a shirt made a softer fabric such as merino wool or jersey over traditional poplin or oxford cloth is a great way to retain that WFH comfort while still looking like you’ve made an effort.
These materials have a bit of stretch to them which aids comfort but everything else is the same as your standard Oxford shirt – classic collar, button front and smart looks. They are the perfect alternative to your old work shirts and makes an excellent base upon which to cultivate your WFH wardrobe.