Neutrals are classic workwear for a reason. They don’t offend anyone, you look professional, you look put together, and they match. Buuuuut sometimes they can be boring; am I right or am I right? One of the easiest ways to spice up a neutral workwear outfit is to add an unexpected element – in this case, the untucked silk shirt.

While, yes, the silk shirt is still in technically a neutral color, it breaks up this staid sweater and slacks combo and adds something relaxed to the outfit. Relaxed but still office appropriate. Would I wear this to the office? Yes, already have. Would I wear this to trial? No probably not, but not everyone is in that type of professional environment. This is a classic workwear outfit made even more classic because of the neutrals, and more fun because of the unexpected untuck.


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What are your thoughts on the untucked shirt? Some people just can’t do it – I totally get that. If you need to tuck or you want to nix it altogether, you do you. But add the unexpected in a different way – toss on a large necklace or scarf. Maybe add a punchy blazer over the sweater, pick some print for your shoes, or add a fun tote if you need to keep your workwear a little more conservative. Keep the workwear neutral but make it fun.