We review the on-trend styles that are rocking the world of work in 2018, from checked fabrics to blinged-up bags

Today’s workplace fashion offers notably more adventurous corporatewear choices in comparison to the staid suits of yesteryear. Individuality is positively embraced in many sectors, albeit on a more muted scale than the styles seen on the high street. So what will your more fashion-conscious corporate clothing customer be excited by in 2018?

The Denim Star Tencel Print Shirt from White Stuff

As ever, there are a number of key trends, kicking off with dark denim. Once a no-no in the office, denim is now established as acceptable attire provided the garment is well cut. While dark navy is recommended for the more conservative workplace, styles such as White Stuff’s Denim Star Tencel Print Shirt are great for those more laidback establishments.

Kariban’s Women’s Long Sleeve Denim Shirt

Decorators wanting to follow suit can opt for the Kariban Women’s Long Sleeve Denim Shirt (KB518) from Ralawise. This fitted style has decorative stud buttons and a shaped hem.

The new Adam Slim Chinos from So Denim by AWDis

So Denim by AWDis has also introduced denim shirts to its range this year – the Jack Denim Shirt (SD040) and Lucy Denim Shirt (SD045) – which pair perfectly with the brand’s new Adam Slim Chinos (SD020) and Lily Skinny Chinos (SD025) in stone.

Stretch skinny chino trousers from River Island

Like their retail cousins, such as River Island’s stretch skinny chino trousers, these new So Denim slim-fit trousers bring a modern, fashionable look to any corporate outfit.

The Snowdon Check Shirt from FatFace

The hipster-types manning the MacBooks at many a media establishment will be over-joyed to hear that checked fabrics are hot this season and are making their way into the corporate world too. The Snowdon Check Shirt from FatFace is a versatile style…

Premier Workwear’s Ginmill Check Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt

…as is the Ginmill Check Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt (PR254) from Premier Workwear. Perfect for trade show and event staff, this 100% cotton shirt can be dressed up for smarter meetings, while offering a casual, cool look the rest of the time.

Burton’s khaki Harrington-style jacket

Khaki is set to be one of the colours of the summer, as evidenced by Burton Menswear’s smart yet trendy Harrington-style jacket.

The Didsbury jacket from Regatta Originals

The Didsbury (TRA457) jacket from Regatta Originals is described by the brand as being an effortlessly cool Mancunian style, and it even has an on-trend check inner fabric.

Love Moschino Tie Logo Bag from Very Exclusive

Finally, accessories are the perfect finishing touch for any stylish work outfit. Logoed handbags, such as the Love Moschino Tie Logo Bag from Very Exclusive, are big news this year.

NuHide Saddle Bag from Quadra

A sophisticated style for personalising is the NuHide Saddle Bag (QD885) from Quadra, which is fully lined in pinstriped fabric and has a TearAway label.