From the meeting room to dinner in the same dress
Short answer: One dress can easily handle both the working day and the evening if the fabric is calm, the cut is simple and you change the accessories. Bamboo dresses are soft and hang well, and the German phrase Kleider aus Bambus simply means dresses made from bamboo.
What the working day asks of a dress
At the office a dress has to cope with sitting, walking and reaching without you thinking about it. A soft and slightly stretchy fabric brings calm, and a length around the knee looks understated to most people. Choose a simple cut without too many details, so the dress suits several situations.
Cut and length that work in both places
A simple cut with a moderate neckline and a length that is not too short works in a meeting and at dinner. You can compare shapes and colours among the bamboo dresses on the site. Try it on and check that you can sit and bend without the fabric pulling.
Colours that change character
Dark and muted colours are easy to restyle, because they look calm by day and elegant in the evening. A single colour without a pattern gives you freedom to change the look with small touches. Light shades can work too, but they need a little more attention to care and to what you wear underneath.
Change the look with accessories
Jewellery, belt and shoes change a dress more than you might expect. For the day you can choose flat shoes and a simple belt, and in the evening you add bigger jewellery and a different bag. Let the dress be the quiet base, and the accessories tell people which occasion you are dressed for.
Layers that make the dress more versatile
A cardigan or blazer over the dress gives a more professional look in the meeting room, and you take it off for dinner. When it is cold, you can wear a thin top underneath, for example bamboo tops for women with long sleeves. Think in layers, so you can adjust to the temperature.
Comfort when the day gets long
A day in the meeting room followed by dinner makes demands on comfort, especially when you sit for many hours. A soft fabric that does not tighten over the stomach and hips makes a big difference. Notice whether the dress still feels comfortable after several hours, and choose the size that gives you room.
Care so the dress always looks tidy
Follow the care label and wash the dress gently so the fabric keeps looking good. Hang it up as soon as you get home and air it between wears if it has not got dirty. If there are creases, you can hang it in the bathroom, where the steam often helps.
For the party and the evening
When the dress moves from office to party, it is mostly about changing the mood. Style your hair differently, add a slightly bolder lipstick and switch to shoes you can stand in all evening. If you want more choice, have a look at bamboo clothing for women as a whole.
Frequently asked questions
Can you wear the same dress to work and to a party?
Yes, if the dress has a simple cut and a calm fabric. You change the look with accessories, shoes and layers, so the dress is the fixed base and you adapt the rest to the occasion.
Which length suits the office best?
For many people a length around the knee or slightly below looks understated and practical. Choose the length you feel comfortable in, which lets you sit and walk freely.
Does a dress in bamboo viscose need ironing?
That depends on the fabric and the wash, so follow the care label. Hang it up right after washing and use steam from the bathroom to smooth creases if needed.
