In recent years, it’s become more acceptable to wear jeans in the office, and not just on casual Friday. If your workplace allows it, you may decide to opt for denim, but you still want to look professional. Make sure to follow these tips, from taking them to the dry cleaner to wearing the right tops, so you can pull off jeans at work. 

Do:

Take advantage of hot head pressing. 

Taking your jeans to the dry cleaners for hot head pressing will ensure your jeans always look sharp. This professional pressing method applies controlled, even heat to give your jeans a sleek look. On the other hand, if you skip this step or try to iron your jeans at home, they’ll look less professional — it’s hard to get the crease just right, plus you’ll run the risk of burning them in the process.

Stick to darker washes. 

Darker shades of denim look dressier than lighter washes. As such, they're more appropriate in professional settings. In that same vein, avoid wearing jeans with patches, embellishments, or tears to the office. 

Don’t:

Neglect your top. 

Just because the bottom half of your outfit is relatively casual doesn't mean the top half has to be. If you’re wearing jeans to the office, you should pair them with a more formal top to look put-together. Dressy blouses for women and button-downs for men are ideal. You can also finish the look with a blazer, sweater, or cardigan, all of which you can bring to the dry cleaner to wash and press with care. 

Get too trendy.

Unless you work in fashion, your coworkers may not take you seriously if you wear overly trendy styles like skinny jeans. Instead, opt for cuts that don’t draw too much attention, like slim fit, straight fit, or bootcut jeans. 

At Mayfield’s Quality Cleaners & Laundry, they’ll take care of all your work apparel. Located in Anchorage, AK, this family-owned and -operated dry cleaners provides a broad range of laundry services, including washing, drying, and folding. They always go the extra mile and are happy to repair shirt buttons for no additional cost and to perform prompt alterations. To browse their competitive prices, visit their website. To talk to a friendly member of their team about your needs, call (907) 277-4620.