Confinement chic? All change for business wear during lockdown


According to clothing brands and marketing studies, comfort has trumped chic since offices closed and home-working became de rigueur to curb the global outbreak.

The suits, shirts and ties remain on their hangers. Skirts, blouses and high heels have been left in the closet. With office workers at home during Covid-19 lockdown, the dress code is noticeably more casual.

According to clothing brands and marketing studies, comfort has trumped chic since offices closed and home-working became de rigueur to curb the global outbreak. Even central bankers, normally seen in pin-stripes and tailored three-piece suits, have let themselves go.

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