"Smart casual look" for the office - Capital.de

What does modern business fashion look like to you?

So I prefer the "smart casual look", from slim-cut chinos to equally narrow cloth trousers to denim. I combine it with a fashionable blazer or a sports jacket. High-quality shoes are always important to me. This can also be a nice sneaker. But never a polo or even a T-shirt, but always a shirt from our brands.

What are the dos and don'ts in the office - whether at reception, in accounting or on the boardroom?

A well-groomed appearance is generally convincing. Dirty fingernails, ill-fitting clothing or dirty shoes should be avoided as much as possible. Oh yes, and for the men: jackets with sleeves that are too long. The cuff must be visible.

What are the most important new trends for business men and women?

In business, good quality and perfect wearing comfort are always trendy for both men and women. This is our standard for all products. In November 2016, for example, we are once again launching the Seidensticker Edition 1919, a limited shirt and blouse collection that meets the highest standards of quality and design. Oversized silhouettes and flowing fabrics are trending for women in the coming summer season. With the shirts, light materials such as seersucker and a variety of fresh colors are absolutely suitable for business.

Which classics should every man have in his closet?

A well-groomed dark blue blazer for summer and winter, a pair of well-groomed double-leather men's shoes, at least one well-tailored men's suit in gray or blue and, of course, enough high-quality white business shirts.