Clothing for a busy week
Short answer: In a busy week you have no time to think about clothes every morning. Choose a few basics that can be combined, need no ironing and can handle a long day from the morning meeting to the evening errands.
Make the clothing choice a routine
When the calendar is full, it is the small decisions that eat time and energy. Your clothes should therefore not be a daily debate. Choose a fixed combination of basic pieces that you know go together, and let the same three or four pieces recur through the week. Lay your clothes out the evening before, so you can dress in a few minutes and avoid hunting for the clean set when you are already late.
A polo that handles both meeting and lunch
A polo is a practical in-between piece, because it looks tidy without requiring a shirt and tie. It can be worn to a meeting, to lunch and to an informal evening without you having to change. See bamboo polos for men. Choose a fit that sits calmly across the shoulders, and a quality that holds its shape after several washes. Dark and neutral colours are easier to combine and show less if the day gets long.
The undershirt as a hidden helper
A thin undershirt under a polo or shirt gives an extra layer that can take up moisture and protect the outer piece from sweat marks. See bamboo undershirt for men. It adds almost no bulk and can be taken off if you get warm. On busy days when you move between cold outdoor spaces and warm offices, it is an easy and practical layer. Have two or three, so you always have a clean one ready.
Basics from well known brands
If you want to expand your basic wardrobe with clothes from a brand you know, you can see what is available under Jack & Jones. It is an easy way to get an overview and find simple pieces that go with the rest. Choose pieces that can be combined in many ways, and avoid buying anything that only suits a single outfit, since then the choice of clothes becomes a daily decision again.
Pack the bag to be ready for the unexpected
Busy weeks often bring the unforeseen: a sudden meeting, a dinner or a walk in the rain. Keep a small pouch in your bag with a clean T-shirt, a pair of socks and a thin jumper. It takes up almost no room and can save the day if something goes wrong or if you need to change before moving on. A few wet wipes and a small soap are also useful to have to hand.
Care when there is no time
When the week is hectic, care must be simple. Wash viscose from bamboo at 30 to 40 degrees and skip fabric softener. Hang the clothes up as soon as the wash is done, so they do not crease and begin to smell. The clothes rarely need ironing if they are hung properly. Plan a fixed washing day so you do not run out in the middle of the week, and fold the clothes straight away so they are ready the next morning.
Frequently asked questions
How many basic pieces do I need for a busy week
Three to four tops, two pairs of trousers and a jumper or jacket are normally enough if they can be combined. Then you avoid thinking about clothes every day.
Does a polo need ironing
Often not, if it is hung properly after washing. Ironing is only needed if the collar or placket is creased.
What should I have in my bag if the day gets long
A clean T-shirt, a pair of socks and a thin jumper take up little room and can save the day. Change if you have got sweaty or wet.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
