entering a male dominated field, the dress code is technically smart casual but they all wear polos w terrible jeans and sometimes premium watches. we all have basic boots.
the guys prolly assume they r wearing nice jeans but they r really those super ill fitting, kinda straight kinda baggy, medium wash with thigh fading and occasionally even whiskering types.
how can i match their level without looking like a slob or too formal? i hate polos for myself n hv solid, black straight leg jeans. im thinking dress shirts or turtlenecks w jeans? or chinos n jumpers or a solid crew neck tee might b ok? as for a third piece so far i hv an antique leather blazer, structured cardi, n midi trench. im not sure how to pair things exactly or if these ideas r even good for the environment. everything i hv is neutral n in nicer (usually charity shop) fabrics but is mended, steamed, n cared for.