When you peek into your work wardrobe, does it seem like something might be lacking? It could be colour!

Although buying colourful items for your corporate wardrobe can make you fear that nothing will match, pops of colour are a great way to turn an ordinary outfit into an extraordinary one. Depending on what your dress code allows, you can use a subtle or statement pop of colour to add a bit of flair to your corporate uniform!

Read on below to discover our top tips on how you can add colour to your uniform.

Pick a focus piece

When adding colour to your look, some may be quick to colour-bomb their whole outfit. You don't need every piece of clothing to be an impactful colour - you can choose a hero piece.

This could be pairing a vibrant blouse with your favourite corporate pants, or it could be pairing a patterned shirt with your comfiest pencil skirt or even a coloured dress paired with a sleek black blazer. If you want to make an impact but not an overwhelming one, this is a great way to do so!

Consider these Biz Corporates options for a pop of colour:

· Vienna short sleeve blouse

· Juliette plain short sleeve blouse

· Kayla V-neck pleat blouse

· Fifth Avenue Long Sleeve Shirt

· Newport short sleeve shirt

Add some jewellery

Not only will adding pops of colour in your clothing make your outfits stand out, but jewellery is also a great way to elevate your office look.

You can achieve a stylish look by layering gold or silver necklaces on top of your blouse, adding hoop earrings, or pairing bracelets/watches with a ¾ sleeve shirt. You will be amazed at how much confidence a little bit of jewellery can give you.

Customise your uniform with brand embellishments

Another great way to elevate your uniform is to add coloured brand embellishments such as embroidery or screen printing. Not only is this a great way to feature your company and display your logo, but it also can make your uniform stand out from the rest.

Options for this include embroidering a classy feature on a sleeve cuff or printing your brand tagline on the back.

If this sounds like something you'd like to do, our helpful distributors can help you create the uniform that’ll make your team pop.

Spice up your buttons

When thinking of adding colour to uniform, the mind can go straight to the main element of a piece, but have you ever considered changing up your buttons? You can start with a classic shirt such as blue/navy and add your corporate colours with feature buttons. It might be worth working with the colours in your logo to match your embroidery.

Accessorise!

The use of accessories can take your outfit from plain to the next level. You could add a colourful scarf or tie to enhance your look. Although it seems simple, this can create a fun look that is formal, professional, and super stylish.

You can also add a belt to your favourite pair of chinos, corporate pants or dress to add a pop of colour. This can also be a great way to accent your corporate colours.

Here are some lowers options that pair well with belts:

Traveller slim leg chino

Siena bandless elastic waist back slimline pant

Traveller chino skirt

Cool Stretch adjustable waist pant

Add a pop of colour to your makeup routine

Not only can clothing add a pop of colour, but you can experiment with makeup to create a unique look. Try adding coloured eyeliner, eyeshadow or even a bold lip to your makeup routine.

Don’t know what eyeliner colour to pick? Here are the best choices for you:

• For hazel eyes: purple, green, grey, and taupe are all excellent choices.
• People with green eyes: burgundy, rust, and other warm, reddish tones.
• Blue eyes: opt for navy, copper, dark brown, or yellow.

You could also add a pop to your look with some colourful eyeshadow. You don't have to go wild; a simple accent can make a difference. You could choose to add a blue coloured shimmer to your inner corner or a copper sparkle on your lid. Not only will this make your eyes glimmer, but it will also pair well with your corporate outfit to make it look a little more fun.

Of course, we couldn't NOT mention adding a bold lip to your look. The bold red lip tends to be a favourite in the corporate world as it can truly create a statement of confidence. Carry it in your work tote so you can do touch-ups after lunch.

While you’re waiting for those new garments we recommended earlier, you can use these makeup tricks to spice up your look in the meantime.

Change up your handbag and shoes

Adding a pop of colour to your shoes or handbag can be a great way to change up your office outfit.

Start by flicking through your wardrobe and picking out a blank canvas of your favourite corporate shirt and pants. Then choose some bold-coloured heels and match them with a handbag. You can find plenty of affordable colourful bags and heels at your local op shop.

Go wild! The more accessory options you have, the more versatility you have when creating outfits.

Add pops with coloured trims

If you want a pop of colour without going too extreme, it might be worth using some coloured trims. Trims like zip pulls, binding, piping and pip labels can be used to add your brand colours. Creating some unique elements to your pieces can help your uniform look consistent and put together.

Overall, there are plenty of ways to add colour to your uniform that aren't overwhelming and an eyesore! If you want to experiment with ways to add pops of colour to your uniform, see our full range to discover the best options for you.