The weekday wardrobe 

Back to it: A fresh take on workwear from Oliver Bonas. 

Time to hit refresh on your working wardrobe? 9-to-5 dressing doesn’t have to be complicated. Oliver Bonas’ AW26 collection balances a subtle preppiness with punchy patterns and easy layers that work just as hard outside the office. Think wide-leg trousers, striped blouses, and patterned midi dresses and you’re back in business.  

Mix-and-match mentality

The key to a versatile work wardrobe is a good number of separates that you can mix-and-match across seasons. Wide-leg trousers offer a casual, tailored look that eases confidence, while cotton blouses or finer knitted tops are key layering pieces. 

Don’t shy away from colour and print; add impact with a matching co-ord set or simple pinstripe. Mix earthy mocha and blue denim with unexpected pops of cherry red and dusky pink. Striped trims and oversized collars add a subtle preppiness that keeps things smart. 

Dress the part

Dresses are still key in a work wardrobe. Their one-and-done nature takes away any extra stress from the morning rush – just add accessories and you’re out the door. They’re easy to style between seasons; layer with a knit, tights and boots as autumn approaches, or wear with flats in the warmer months. For a casual Friday, liven up a midi with a chunky necklace and classic Mary Janes. 

Beyond the 9-5 

The key to maximising your outfits is choosing designs that work beyond the office. Pretty blouses with puff-sleeve detailing and scalloped trims work just as well for dinner and drinks. Ruffled edges, embroidered florals and ruched detailing add impact to the collection, while cool, crisp stripes remain an everyday uniform. Tie it together with some relaxed flats – Clarks’ chunky lace-ups or Birkenstock’s suede clogs mix heritage references with a fresh shape that’s easy to wear. 

The weekday winner 

Fix the workday juggle with a roomy bag. Plenty of pockets, multiple handles and a goes-with-everything design are all on the checklist. From structured backpacks and oversized totes to compact laptop bags, keep everything in check from your morning commute to evening plans. 

Browse and download the full workwear collection at: https://www.oliverbonas.com/fashion/workwear 

 

For press enquiries, please contact:   

Jottie Manku, PR Manager at Oliver Bonas: Jottie.manku@oliverbonas.com   

Alayna-Marie Perretta, PR Executive at Oliver Bonas 

About Oliver Bonas

Oliver Bonas is an independent British lifestyle brand, designing our own distinctive take on fashion and homeware. We sell online internationally and from 90+ stores across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, operating as an omnichannel business across multiple platforms. We’ve always been excited by fresh thinking and the alchemy of great design and its power to uplift and inspire. Since our first store opened in 1993, our mission has remained constant throughout: to do our bit to make living a joyful experience and give cause for optimism.


It all began with our founder Oliver Tress, the owner of Oliver Bonas. His love of design and exploratory spirit were born out of his upbringing in a creative family living in a variety of diverse countries across America, Asia and Africa. Olly set up the first Oliver Bonas store in London in 1993 and, three decades on, our product teams channel his restless curiosity into distinctive, feel-good fashion and homeware.


Oliver Bonas has progressed from curating others’ designs to developing our own, bringing ideas to life in our in-house creative studios. New products land in store and online every week.


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