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All aspects of our lives have pretty much changed. Perhaps nothing more so than how — and where — we work. Since most of us our using our homes as makeshift offices, video conference call services like Zoom have become a real lifeline. But working from home creates a bit of a quandary. How do we dress for these work calls without looking overdressed? (Because who’s going to believe you chose to wear a three-piece suit to work from your living room?)
Our solution? We decided to look back at some recent runway shows for a little inspo. Our philosophy? We’ve already invested in several of the trends so our closets are stocked with possibilities.
It’s important to note that since a video conference call only reveals what you’re wearing from the waist up, you have a little leeway when it comes to what you wear on the bottom. Of course, we’re not advocating going pantless or sans skirt. We’re simply suggesting you don’t have to be super formal from your waistline down. That means everything from shorts to pajama bottoms to miniskirts and even jeans are in play.
Check out the slideshow above for some video conference call outfits even your boss will love.
Video Conference Call Outfits
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Video Conference Call Outfits #1
You can pretty much jazz up any button-down with a necktie. (Plus, ties are currently trending.) If you don’t have one of your own, try borrowing from your significant other you’re currently quarantining with. Add a belt to any skirt so the top of your bottom half still looks polished, even if you’re wearing a super short skirt. Leave out the necklace and cap, though.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #2
Pajama dressing out in public is still very much a thing, but if your co-workers aren’t hip to the trend, simply slip on a blazer over your fave pajama bottoms. Belt the blazer to make sure everything stays in place.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #3
Instantly upgrade any long-sleeve shirt by wrapping a colorful scarf around your neck. Then tuck said shirt into black pants and you’re good to go.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #4
This is where a crisp white shirtdress comes in handy. Since no one will be seeing too far beyond your waistline during the call, you don’t have to worry about showing too much leg.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #5
Style a strictly business suit with a hoodie in a similar shade. Your boss will appreciate the (surprisingly minimal) effort.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #6
While you won’t be rocking that black halter dress out on date night for a while, you can wear it to work. Layer a striped button-down underneath for boss vibes.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #7
We all have a polo shirt in our closets. Dig yours out and pair it with a polished pencil skirt.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #8
Vests are staging a comeback and nothing says you mean business like a structured black vest (cape not included). Wear one over a decorative tank and work in khakis to finish off the look.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #9
A silky shirt with a jewelry-accented collar is all business, even if it’s tucked into dark denim Bermudas. If your top is without bling, a thin chain-link necklace slipped under the collar will work just fine.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #10
Did your supervisor schedule a last-minute Zoom meeting? No sweat. Take your go-to moto jacket and tuck it into belted and high-waisted trousers.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #11
You may never dare to wear leather shorts to the office, but for a video conference call they’re totally appropriate. Especially if you team them with a striped button-down and maybe a blazer.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #12
Take a basic tank and tuck it into high-waisted pants. And you’re all done.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #13
Make a romper more sophisticated by sporting a short-sleeve sweater on top. Make sure you add in a belt and if your one-piece has a cool collar, flaunt it by pulling it out over the sweater.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #14
You can recreate this look by tucking a colorblock zip-up into a sleek black skirt. The result falls in that sweet spot between athleisure and glamleisure.
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Video Conference Call Outfits #15
Put that blouse with a slightly ruffled collar to good use by wearing it with coordinating slacks.
