Charity-shop workwear that still looks intentional

Tailoring tweaks, fabric checks and colours that photograph well on video calls.

Priya Nair
Rails of thrifted jackets in soft light
Editorial illustration · Book Leaves

Charity-shop jackets can outclass fast fashion if you check seams, budget for a tailor’s hem, and stick to colours that do not strobe on laptop cameras.

Avoid anything shiny under office fluorescents unless you enjoy looking like a presentation slide.

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