Winter Workwear Essentials: Tailoring Your Wardrobe for the Colder Months
Winter workwear for men in Australia has come a long way. From the uniform of a black or grey suit with an overcoat to, well, today where men have a veritable carte blanche in terms of what they wear over the cooler months. With so much choice, it can be tricky knowing where to start though. And that’s where we come in - your friendly team of Oscar Hunt experts - who have compiled their overview of exactly what to wear to work in winter, in Australia. Let’s jump in!
The base
Much in the same way that most people get dressed, we like to start with the foundation of an outfit - in this instance a custom winter suit for the office. While there are a myriad of different styles and fabrics to choose from, our preference is to stick with the classics that can be worn season after season.
This might look like a grey flannel suit with a chalk pinstripe done in a double-breasted style. Timeless and perfect for when it’s chilly outside, this is a suit that embodies a classic aesthetic while still ensuring that the wearer looks fashion forward.
The layers
We fully recognise that sometimes a suit alone isn’t enough to keep out the Winter weather. And that’s where layering comes into play. When it comes to office wear layering tips for men, our number one piece of advice is to invest in a fine knit sweater that can be worn underneath your suit jacket for extra warmth. The trick is to find one that is thin enough so as to ensure that your jacket still sits well on your torso and doesn’t look as if it’s too tight.
For the commute - or any occasion when you might need to spend time outside - we recommend layering suits for Winter with a great coat. This is generally a longer (knee-length) coat made from thick wool with a lining. What we love about these pieces is that they can be worn just as easily with a business suit as they can for more casual ensembles.
The finishing touches
During Winter, we can’t resist the pull of slightly more vibrant accessories to inject a bit of colour and energy into our outfits. Use the season as an opportunity to play with colourful scarves or even brighter hued socks that can help to truly lift your Winter work wardrobe and add some extra panache.
To discover our full range of Winter workwear, we invite you to swing by your local showroom or to give us a bell today.