By Mike-Dave Ayeni
Sustainable Fashion Writer

 

It’s about time to update your wardrobe for the back-to-work season this summer and we are only too willing to help you. Are you considering switching up your workplace style in 2022? Or you’d like to include a few new pieces? Maybe you’re planning on replacing worn staple pieces with some more interesting versions. Whatever your summer work style plans are for this year, Local Threads has got you covered.

Here are a few of our suggestions for the new year:

• Overtone Long Sleeve Linen Shirt by Rusty

White button-up shirts are an office wardrobe staple, but this linen-blend shirt by Rusty brings extra comfort and style to your regular office wear while keeping the natural range of the traditional white shirt. From casual pairings with jeans or black pants to being part of your two-piece suit combo, this is a wardrobe addition that will serve you beyond just the workspace.

Get it for $79.99

• The Samuele in Yellow by Rode

The oversized short-sleeved button shirt by Rode makes for a classic summer work outfit in this cool yellow colour and is made from the most comfortable and breathable cotton blend fabric. It also comes in a grey stripe for people with more neutral tastes.

Get if for $119.00

• Beige Long Sleeve T-Shirt by Caye Collection

Stocking your closet with the Caye Collection Long Sleeve T-Shirts is a great way to make a statement with your daily wear.

One amazing perk of shopping this fit is that it guarantees you won't be wearing the same style as anyone else thanks to the one-of-a-kind and limited production run.

Get it on sale for $29.97

• Graffiti Hemp Short Sleeve Tee by Rusty

Like Rusty says, 'Hemp is the new cotton'. The Graffiti Hemp tee is just as breathable as cotton, with the added advantage of being twice as durable. It is a normal fit shirt created from a blend of hemp and jersey that's light and has a vintage feel to it.

Get if on sale for $29.99

• Black Crew Jumper by Caye Collection

Crew Neck Jumpers are a must-have closet piece for your work clothes collection.

Caye Collection's raw hemp exposed french terry Crews are handcrafted and can be worn with your favourite jeans for a casual midweek look. It can be worn both fitting and large and is light enough to be worn alone in warm weather.

Get it for $41.97

• Wyadup Short Sleeve Tee by Rusty

White tees are another wardrobe staple but this Wyadup Tee by Rusty was designed uniquely to be lightweight and flexible for comfort and durability. The added details like the embroidered Rusty logo and the four pale stripes give it a unique look that is a lovely switch up from the regular white tee.

Get it for $29.99

• The Two Way Tee by Aylesbury

The Aylesbury Two Way Tee is a lovely two-tone piece designed with Aylesbury's characteristic red and black colours in mind. It's made of superior cotton fabric and has been created for a little relaxed fit, but it may also be worn oversized for a unique and elegant style.

Get if for $59.00

• Manila Cargo Straight Fit Pants by Rusty

This is a straight fitting, vintage wash fit with six cargo pockets. Made from cotton twill to supply stylish comfort, this piece will pair nicely with all your work tees, as well as shirts, and can be worn in any weather, not just in summer.

Get it on sale for $53.99

• Yakka Chino Loose Fit Pants by Rusty

Fashioned from Herringbone cotton twill, these classic black loose-fitting pants were designed to supply a vintage look with the back pockets featured with contrast stitching.

Get it for $89.99

• Manila Chore Jacket by Rusty

Created for fashion as well as function, this coal jacket piece by Rusty is made with cotton twill for optimum durability and fitted with easy access press buttons that allow for ventilation and breathability. This jacket is a vintage wash and will last you seasons and seasons of fashionable wear. 

Get it on sale for $59.99

• Charlie Long Sleeve Overshirt by Rusty

A cotton twill button-up overshirt that can be styled as a shirt or jacket and comes in the most lovely forest teal colour. This piece is also a vintage wash. Your work comfort experience is about to go up a few notches.

Get it on sale for $53.99

 

• Duo Tone Long Sleeve by DVNT

DVNT designs are a distinctive and modern approach providing an edgy combination of products made with very high-quality textiles. This Duo-Tone shirt is enzyme pre-washed for minimal shrinkage and maximum comfort, made with 170 GSM 100% combed cotton and designed with a ribbed crew neckline.

Get it on sale for $53.99

 

• Pacific Atoll Short Sleeve by Rusty

Lightweight cotton herringbone twill made the pale colour of this shirt perfect for summer. Created for the standard short sleeve fit, this piece is highly versatile and can be paired multiply with virtually any bottom piece in your wardrobe as the mood dictates.

Get it for $65.99

• Palm Reader Short Sleeve Shirt by Rusty

This preshrunk printed rayon shirt brings the beach vibes with its golden palm prints to work on Friday- or any other day of your choosing.

Get it for $69.99

• Leaf Blower Short Sleeve Shirt by Rusty

Bring the sunshine to your workplace with this classy print short sleeve piece by Rusty. Allowing you to spice up your casual work fits, this cotton rayon blend shirt will add some colour to your wardrobe. Think of all the interesting pair-ups this will make with your other clothes? Go on, try it out!

Get it for $69.99

• DESTii Sandy Long Sleeve Linen Shirt

Check out what DESTii says about this piece:

 'Fancy enough to be worn at a wedding, yet comfy enough to be thrown on at the beach.'

The DESTii long sleeve linen shirt is a timeless item of apparel, deliberately crafted to be your next go-to. Made from 100% natural linen (great for the environment) and pre-shrunk fabrics (no first wash nasties), this shirt is meant to withstand the test of time.

Get if for $109.95 

 

• Ruffiano Shirt by Azzura The Label

This brightly hand-painted number by Azzurra is made in Melbourne and is for the bold and daring. Be sure to bring the lights to work with the Madonna, because according to Azzurra, 'Our Madonna Print is a hand-painted watercolour image of The Madonna (The Virgin Mary). Itwas influenced by the intricate led-light windows decorating the churches around Italy. Symbolic of life and love, the Madonna will awaken your effervescence.'

Because they are hand-painted, the prints vary in every shirt, so you can be sure your Madonna Shirt will be especially unique.

Get it on sale for $91.00

• The Jaxon in Navy Linen by Rode

This textured linen blend is made for the classy and stylish, in both its navy blue and beige stripe variants. Sporting a classic fit, along with the embroidered rode logo on the breast pocket, this is a piece that would make anyone look amazing.

Get it for $89.00

• The Manhattan in Black by Rode

This shirt is made from 100% rayon fabric and is cut in an oversized, classic style. The matte midnight black colour just pulls attention while giving the most comfortable, laid back air.

Get it for $109.99

• Staple Crewneck Jumper in Grey by Aylesbury

Crewneck in summer? Yes, please! Perfect for working indoors and made in the coolest, most minimalistic neutral grey colour, this jumper practically begs to be worn and can be paired with just about any kind of pants.

Made in a high-quality cotton/polyester blend, you're guaranteed the highest indoor comfort in summer and warmth that can keep you through the winter.

Get it for $79.00

• Basic Hoodie in Marle by ORTC

The ORTC Basic Hoodie is a great sweater for unisex styling. It comes with the iconic ORTC embroidered flag logo and is made from heavyweight french terry that has been garment washed for a soft and relaxed feel. A comfortable and neutral-toned staple piece, it will have you balanced at work for the whole day.

Get it for $99.95

 

• Flag Long Sleeve T-Shirt in White by ORTC

There is such a thing as the perfect basic long sleeve shirt. The ORTC Flag Long Sleeve T-Shirt is made of 100% cotton and has been intended to blend nicely with your existing outfit. There is a colour for everyone and every occasion available in four different colour variations.

Get it for $69.95

• Essex Classic Pants by Mayfair Collection

The Essex Classic is a tapered fabric pant from the Mayfair Collection, and it's their first distinctive fitted slack composed of a Cotton and Elastane blend. The tapered pants have a Spray-On fit that gives them a traditional, formal look without sacrificing comfort or elegance.

The elastane in these pants allows them to contour to any body type and shape if you follow the sizing guide.

Get it for $130.00

 

Back to work shopping should be a doozy with this shopping guide we have made just for you. Have an amazing and most fabulous work year!