The best accounts to follow for workwear inspiration
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words by daisy henry
Mastering the art of office dressing.
For most of us, work takes up a large part of our lives (and wardrobes). We’re at the office for the majority of the week and most of the day, which ultimately adds up to a lot of outfits.
On a good day, office dressing can really make you feel like you have your shit together. But every so often, there’ll come a morning when you simply can’t come up with an inspiring, office-appropriate outfit. On those days, we turn to TikTok.
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Aside from being a melting pot of beauty fads, deep dives and recipes, the social media app really shines when it comes to its OOTD videos (that’s ‘outfit of the day’, for the uninitiated). Of these, the workwear subcategory is our favourite.
There’s a range of Australian and New Zealand creators known for their knack for corporate styling. Below, we’ve rounded up 11 of our favourite accounts to follow so you can save videos for future reference (or frantically search minutes before you’re meant to leave the house).
Lauren Brodie
@frivolousfashion office fits with personality 💻☕️♥️ 🏷️ #styleinspo #fashion101 #midsizefashion #size12 #curvyfashion #corporatefashion #officefashion #stylingtips ♬ original sound – elbee
We’ve been fans of Lauren Brodie’s style ever since we profiled her in our series, Hey, I Like Your Style! last year. Her everyday style is eclectic, colourful and full of texture, while still feeling office-appropriate. As a mid-size girlie, Lauren’s approach to dressing is all about utilising the pieces in your closet, wearing what makes you feel good and supporting local Australian and New Zealand-based labels (including Kowtow, Katharina Lou, Variety Hour and Maggie Marilyn).
Marissa Lepps
@marissalepps really relying on the bag and my lip makeup to bring some colour to this outfit ♥️ #outfitinspo #outfitideas #fitcheck #ootd #workootd ♬ 212 – Azealia Banks
Based in Melbourne, Marissa Lepps works in a corporate job but channels her love for fashion into her very chic outfit videos. Her knack for layering and pairing contrasting prints and textures together constantly has us taking notes, and transitions perfectly from the office to post-work outings.
Brooklyn Ellis
@br00klynellisback at it again!♬ original sound – Brooklyn Ellis
New Zealand creator Brooklyn Ellis’ often gravitates towards simple, effortless styles with unique and subtle details. Each Sunday, Brooklyn will typically share a TikTok planning out her office outfits for the week, talking through each piece. The result is corporate, yet playful and often champions a range of local labels.
Nicki Han
@nickihan_ I get asked all the time about what I think are some good work outfit essentials!! Soooo here are my picks for the ultimate cool girl work looks… ❤️🔥 @NAKD You can use my code NICKIHAN for 20% off 🫶 ad #fashiontiktok #OOTD #fitcheck #outfitinspo #koreanfashion #whatimwearing #workoutfit #fyp #weekofoutfits ♬ Plastic Beach (feat. Mick Jones and Paul Simonon) – Gorillaz
Nicki Han’s style is a testament to the power of investing in a boxy shirt, slouchy trousers and a textured work bag. Though her outfits often slant towards monochrome, she often adds a piece of clothing or an accessory to break up the look (like a bright blue shirt or shirred, textured top).
Jessie Kirk
@jessiekirk__ This set!!! @CHULLE #ootd #outfit #fashion #midsizefashion #midsizegal #midsize #curvyfashion #curvyfashion ♬ One Thing – Lola Young
New Zealand creator Jessie Kirk makes a range of outfit videos that you can save for office or weekend inspiration. With a love for labels like Après Studio, Chulle, Wynn Hamlyn and Suku Home, Jessie’s style is flowy, playful and colourful. Plus, her sit-down, to-camera videos chronicling her love for fashion and journey as a breast cancer survivor make her one of our favourite creators.
Imogen Livitsanis
@imogenlivitsanis I really like these sunglasses if you can’t tell #officeoutfit #corporategirlies #ootd ♬ sonido original – Caarlagavilan
Imogen Livitsanis’ corporate OOTD videos provide a burst of inspiration for mornings that you’re struggling with what to wear. Her style is characterised by sleek tailoring and neutral tones, and she has us fully convinced of the power of a matching blazer and trousers set.
Nai
@nailifarha @LIONESS cardi is my newest obsession #ootd #winterfashion #outfitinspo #plussizefashion #size18 #foryou #fypシ ♬ original sound – blaccmass
Nai Lifarha is known for her regular OOTD videos, where she provides fashion inspiration as a size 18 girlie. In true Melbourne style, Nai’s typically favours an all-black, monochromatic look with the occasional burst of cherry red or brown.
Jess Alizzi
@jessalizziday 6 of july outfits 🖤♬ original sound – Jess Alizzi
Melbourn content creator Jess Alizzi has been serving us workwear inspiration ever since we featured her in our A week in work outfits series in 2023. Though she hasn’t worked in a corporate role for years, her sleek, pared-back style is suited to any office environment and often consists of pieces you already have in your closet.
Soupi
@s.oupi work outfits! bag & shoes from @CHARLESKEITHOFFICIAL ♬ original sound – Chris Watson
Melbourne creator Soupi often turns to a range of Asian designers and vintage stores when looking to add new pieces to her wardrobe. Though she shares a range of fashion content on her TikTok, including DIY and upcycling videos, her workwear videos frequently have us hitting save.
Paris Wycherly
@iamnotpariswycherley @assemblylabel ♬ Millionaire – Kelis & André 3000
Paris Wycherly’s style is eclectic, effortless and ever-evolving. One day, she could be dressed head-to-toe in a tailored suit from Monphell, while the next she could be in a loose, flowing cotton set from Deiji Studios. Her outfits are all about experimenting with different textures and shapes, and her OOTD videos on TikTok provide an endless source of corporate and casual inspiration.
Tanya Weeks
@thetlwedit what I’d be wearing if I still worked corporate outfit linked on my @LTK Australia #workoutfits #workoutfitinspo #ootd #fashiontiktok #corporateoutfit #gdwm ♬ Lovely Day Austin Millz Remix – Austin Millz
Tanya Weeks is a fashion creator known for her love of elevated basics and oversized silhouettes. Though there’s an ‘undone’ element to her aesthetic, every one of her outfits passes the corporate workwear test.
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