J
ust as the scope of traditional 9-to-5
jobs has shifted over the past several
years, so too has workplace style. Even
before COVID changed our world and
lifestyles in 2020, most office cultures had
shied to a more casual vibe for wardrobes and
footwear. As work from home (WFH) became
the norm for more and more people post-2020,
casual style morphed into an even more comfy,
super-casual zone. Now, the pendulum appears
to be swinging back a bit. With more and more
people back in the office or in hybrid, semi-on-
location jobs, "office style" is also regaining some
of its tradition. Loafers, oxfords, Mary Janes and
ballerina flats — all infused with modern comfort
— are trending up.
Sneakers still have their place at work, too.
Where sneaker style is really buzzing right now
is for those working in healthcare and hospitality
jobs, where slip-resistant sneaker silhouettes with
comfort and tech aplenty are very in-demand,
according to brands.
ARCOPEDICO / THY
(Le) Simple, elegant, and offering all-day comfort,
Thy has a classic Mary Jane silhouette that is
enhanced with a slight wedge and substantial
arch support for hours on your feet. It is Vegan
and machine washable, with a Lytech upper that
is so and fits like a glove. MSRP $135.
ROXY AT WORK / BAYSHORE
(Right) For on-the-move work, the slip-on Bayshore
is a slip-resistant casual sneaker style with a canvas
upper and a flexible outsole. It is designed for all-
day comfort and support. MSRP $75.
TRADITIONAL SILHOUETTES ARE BACK, AND STYLISH SNEAKERS STILL GET THE JOB DONE.
CLASSICS &
COMFORT
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