Minimalist office wear jewelry for everyday life
Choosing the right office jewelry can sometimes be more complicated than expected. In general, we should choose pieces that are comfortable and in which we feel good throughout the day. But if comfort is more in demand than ever, on the other hand, elegance and simplicity can help you achieve a professional look that could boost your career. So the question becomes, "How can you make minimalist jewelry office-appropriate?"
Of course, that depends on what kind of environment you work in. If you work in a traditional and very formal office, you are better off wearing just earrings, perhaps with a thin-band ring. However, your choice might be gritty and colorful jewelry if you work in a creative and dynamic office. Let's take a look at some general rules you should follow when choosing jewelry for everyday life:
- Limit your selection to no more than 2/3 pieces of jewelry: choose the combination of watches, bracelets, earrings and necklaces that best represents your personality, but do not overdo it.
- Avoid noisy jewelry: by “noisy” we mean the clatter of some stiff bracelets and charms. They might be nice if you wear them in the evening, but if you wear them all day in the office, they might disturb colleagues who want to focus on work.
- Always wear a watch: wearing a watch immediately conveys a sense of punctuality and organization. When you choose a designer watch, you add a sophisticated touch to your style.
- When choosing your work jewelry, never mix different metals: choose either silver, gold or platinum.
In this guide, you'll learn how to choose great minimalist office jewelry for everyday wear, depending on the type of work day you have.
Everyday jewelry for the office
For an everyday look in the office, choose jewelry that is elegant but also lightweight so you can wear it comfortably for 6-8 hours. Wear either a necklace or earrings rather than matching them: The combination might be a bit too flashy. However, fine band rings can be worn on both hands without weighing down the overall look.
Try these combinations: Necklace - bracelet - rings, or earrings - watch - rings.
Silver and zircons are our favorite materials for everyday work jewelry: easy to care for, shiny, yet discreet. Here are our favorite minimalist jewelry pieces to wear to the office on a daily basis:
Necklace:
Our first choice is this exquisite flat chain necklace in yellow gold. It is a timeless piece of jewelry that matches virtually any office outfit. This necklace ticks all our boxes and will upgrade your look immediately with its unique design:
Bracelet:
The most minimal choice we can go for while still adding a touch of modern design is this 18K yellow gold nugget bracelet. It is extremely fine and you won’t feel it while writing or typing - the perfect bracelet for a common office day.
Ring:
Wearing this minimalist white triangle ring with white blouses or blazers will make you look stylish without going overboard. Browse the collection to find all-gold pieces, if you prefer a simpler look.
Earrings:
As earrings are worn close to one’s face, they are often the first piece of jewelry people notice. It is therefore essential for it not to be distractive. We’d go with these simple rounded earrings that won’t steal away too much attention while talking to people:
Jewelry to wear at office meetings
Like any formal or informal event outside of work, meetings are a chance to express ourselves, not only by participating in discussions but also by the accessories we choose. If it is a meeting of executives and high representatives of the company, choose minimal but bright earrings. Bracelets and rings can also be a good choice and your hand gestures will make you stand out immediately.
Necklace:
If you follow our advice and decide to focus on bracelets and rings, you want to keep your necklace simple. A gold chain necklace without pendants is the perfect solution to add a touch of light that blends into your outfit:
Bracelet:
This gold curb bracelet is thick enough to be noticeable, yet sleek and simple enough to be office-appropriate:
Ring:
If you keep all your other jewelry simple, you can dare a little by wearing a modern design ring. This piece is perfect as it will definitely stand out, without stealing the scene as it doesn’t have any gemstones that would make it too flashy for an office environment.
Earrings:
Stud earrings are probably the best choice for office meetings if you want to keep the focus on bracelets and rings. We suggest these gorgeous flower earrings with a diamond effect. The shape makes the light reflect beautifully, giving an illusion of diamond earrings:
Jewelry for a formal business occasion
Whether it's a business dinner or an aperitif, you should look professional and elegant. Putting on a watch conveys punctuality and reliability, so it's always a good complement to your jewelry. For evening events outside the office, a touch of glitter is allowed as long as you do not overdo it. Keep balance in your jewelry: if you opt for long, bright earrings, pair them with a subtle bracelet to avoid over-combining. And if you are not sure what jewelry to wear with your dress, play it safe and opt for a pearl necklace.
Necklace:
If you keep all other accessories simple, this circle necklace is an option to consider. It has a clean shape and provides sparkle without excess as the black diamonds soften the shine.
Bracelet:
For a more discreet sparkling piece of jewelry, we suggest this stunning heart clover bracelet. The fine chain makes it perfect for formal business events.
Ring:
This cross-design ring is a perfect compromise between elegance and minimalism:
Earrings:
These black and white earrings are a great designer piece of jewelry that will look stunning with a black suit or dress when going to a formal business event:
Jewelry for a creative and dynamic office
If you work in a young, dynamic and creative environment, you have all the freedom to express your personality through jewelry and accessories. Green light for colors and materials: from pleated necklaces to fabric earrings. Remember that we give a first impression of who we are through clothes, accessories and jewelry. Do not neglect them in your corporate look; always try to feel comfortable and confident with everything you wear.
Necklace:
Apart from colors, you can play with shapes as well. Abstract forms come off more professional as they don’t carry obvious meanings and usually have a more minimalist design. This abstract leaf necklace is sober with a touch of creative flair.
Bracelet:
To color up your office attire, we recommend this fine-chain bracelet with red and white stones:
Earrings:
If you liked our necklace suggestion, we recommend you pair them with the leaf earrings in the same collection:
We hope that this article has provided some inspiration for choosing minimalist office jewelry for everyday wear.
In summary, opt for a few pieces rather than a whole set, steer clear of flashy gemstones, and choose comfortable designs. However, make sure you put on office jewelry that reflects your own taste and personality. Especially at work, you should be able to be yourself rather than follow trends.