More casual work outfits…

[PearlClutcher101]

Haven’t updated my work wardrobe in years as I’ve been WFH since Covid. Am very much a dress, blazer and either smart flat shoes or ankle boots type of girl. However I’ve started a secondment where I have to go in once a week and everyone dresses really relaxed! I feel so dated and out of place!

Not as casual as jeans or anything but a lot wear smart joggers with nice trainers (I have those already but never worn them for work) or wide leg trousers. And a jumper or blouse. Never any dresses or skirts

Its an NHS secure hospital and so comfort is key really but I don’t want to be a clone of everyone else and I don’t know where to shop anymore!

I’m 5’2” and a size 6/8 but I have boobs and hips. I absolutely need petite trousers which doesn’t help! I’m also on a really tight budget so (sorry to say) don’t mind fast fashion. Don’t really want to spend more than £100 on 1-2 outfits!

But what on earth can I wear without looking like I’m copying?!

M&S are good for long skirts, wide leg trousers, smart trainers and flats, etc.
Primark for stuff like leggings, chunky knits.
I've found some nice stuff in Matalan recently too.

I really like wide leg trousers with trainers at the moment.

I have some black ones with cargo pockets from sainsburys and really like them. They are quite long in the leg imo though, so you might need to have them taken up or look for similar but petite length

How about combat trousers?

I'd get a couple of pairs of Uniqlo trousers (ankle length would maybe be full length on you, or buy full length and get them hemmed?) and a few Uniqlo t shirts. Job done.