Exude confidence and professionalism with a touch of allure by adding these button-down shirts to your work wardrobe.
Now that Gen Z is starting to enter the workforce, there is a huge discussion about how they dress and present themselves. Being digital natives, Gen Z is easily influenced by trends that go viral on the internet—one of them being the “office siren” trend.
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The fashion trend started when clips of the movie The Devil Wears Prada circulated again on TikTok. One scene, in particular, is where Gisele Bündchen appears on screen wearing a stylish yet corporate look for the office. Another firestarter for this trend is Bella Hadid’s street style. Usually found wearing short skirts partnered with button-down shirts and blazers—the style exudes professionalism and sexiness all at the same time.
Many critique the trend, saying that it is not work-appropriate. However, as the saying goes, everything has a loophole. You can still rock the sexy office siren trend while being considered professional and appropriate. These five designer button-down shirts will help you build your professional office siren outfit.
Start with Layers
Miu Miu is one of the pioneers in establishing the preppy schoolgirl aesthetic. However, they also cater to those wanting to achieve a more mature look. The Poplin Shirt with the embroidered logo is the perfect layering piece. It is a cropped button-down shirt with raw-cut hems. Moreover, it has a boxy fit that looks professional, juxtaposed with the cropped and raw-cut nature of the shirt.
Poplin Shirt with the Logo Embroidered from Miu Miu/ Photo via Miu Miu website
Sleek in Silk
Who says silk is only for sleepwear? The Versace Barocco Sea Silk Shirt exudes professionalism and sophistication. Furthermore, the printed silk and single-motif button is peak opulence. The sleek design and cut of the shirt are a subtle interpretation of the office siren look.
Versace Barocco Sea Silk Shirt / Photo via Versace website
Backless Surprise
The La chemise de costume button-down shirt from Jacquemus embodies the viral trend. The fitted backless shirt is all business and fun at the same time. Moreover, the button-down piece can also be used for layering with a blazer—it is the perfect transition day-to-night top.
La chemise de costume by Jacquemus / Photo via Jacquemus website
Fancy with Feathers
Some may say you can’t look sexy with oversized clothing, but Valentino begs to differ. The feather-trimmed wool shirt may be oversized, but the details of the top make it sexy. Also, even though the overall look of the top seems plain and professional, the energy of the feather-trimmed sleeves tells another story.
Valentino’s feather-trimmed wool shirt / Photo via Farfetch
Cute and Cropped
Sometimes, basic is sexy. The Jacquard Pinstripe cropped button-down from Acne Studios is a good office siren piece. Moreover, the relaxed fit partnered with the cropped length perfectly captures the trend’s essence.
Acne Studios’ Jacquard Pinstripe shirt / Photo via Acne Studios website
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