Live Action Getup + Video! How to Wear Work Clothes & Casual Clothes Together

It can be incredibly frustrating and expensive to have to fill out two wardrobes: one for work, and one for nights and weekends. Instead, we'll shop smart and learn to pair business wear with casual clothes.

By Andrew Snavely

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Denim jacket: Levis, $70 / V-neck: Uniqlo, $40 / Oxford: Uniqlo, $30 / Belt & Buckle: Anson, $50 / Pants (similar): Penguin, $40 / Sneakers: Nike, $35

If you lose the denim jacket and swap the sneakers for dress boots, the outfit becomes much more dressy. Throw in a tie and you've got a full business look. But the denim jacket and the sneakers “package” the v-neck sweater, oxford shirt, and gray pants in a more casual way. Creating a versatile look you can rock for certain dates, drinks with friends, some sort of creative launch party, and a ton more.

White leather sneakers Nike Tennis Classic

I picked these up for $35 at Finish Line. White leather sneakers are a must have, and even if you're new to the style, you can afford to experiment at this price.

Belt and buckle by Anson, $50

Watch by The Fifth, $105

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Andrew Snavely

Andrew is the founder and editor of Primer. He's a graduate of American University and currently lives in Los Angeles. Read more about Primer on our About page. On Instagram: @andrewsnavely and @primermagazine.