What Is Office Siren Aesthetic? Here’s How To Style Them (2024)

Everything you need to know about this trend and How to style them from head to toe within 10 minutes.

Before we get into anything, I recommend you to watch or re-watch this specific film again. If you are into fashion, I can confidently say you heard about this movie: “The Devil Wears Prada.” Yes, The classic one.

If you haven’t, “The Devil Wears Prada” is a 2006 comedy-drama film directed by David Frankel, based on Lauren Weinberger's 2003 novel. The movie follows the story of Andrea “Andy” Sachs, played by iconic Anne Hathaway, a recent college graduate who lands a job as the assistant to Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, the powerful and demanding New York City-based editor-in-chief of the fictional fashion magazine Runway, similar to Vogue.

In “The Devil Wears Prada,” almost every character embodies the essence of the office siren. You will notice many outfits from here exude confidence, sophistication, and an undeniable allure that commands attention in every scene. That’s the keywords we are looking for, professionalism, ambition, and the art of commanding respect in the workplace. Office Siren can demonstrate how confidence and a hint of allure can elevate one’s presence and impact in a professional setting.

Now, most importantly, You Do Not actually wear this outfit to your nine-to-five or Office. It might depend on what kind of job you have, but it will most likely considered inappropriate. Keep in mind that they are meant to be worn outside of any professional place.

The concept of Office Siren is all about combining professionalism with allure in workplace attire. It is often said that it’s impossible to achieve a captivating look while maintaining professionalism and appropriateness for the work environment. Well, good thing we are not going to our office like this. Let’s taste the vibe of this trend first with the mood board:

You might notice by now that “Office Siren” is just an upgraded version of the so-called “ 90’s Sexy Secretary ” look. I know it sounds like only the label has changed, but 2024 Office Siren is much more independent and alluring than ever. You only need to remember 5 facts to target this trend. These items are crucial when gathering your Office Siren Look: Bayonetta Glasses, a Vintage chic Bag, Kitten Heels, Pencil Skirts, and Simple but Bold Accessories.

You might wonder what this is. The name “Bayonetta” originated from a popular character from a video game back in 2000. In short explanation, they are just sharp, rectangular-framed glasses. This particular shape of glasses gives a sophisticated and vintage atmosphere simultaneously, especially the one with slimline framed. You can also find these easily in Y2K or common business casual looks. It is an unspoken law that wearing glasses makes you look smarter even if your head is a complete void. Therefore, this fashion item is a must-have for Office Siren core. No, you can not wear any glasses. Make sure your glasses are not completely round or have big lenses because they are not gonna give the same vibe as Bayonetta gives.

These are not must-must, but can you survive without any bags in the office? At least I can’t, I will drop or forget everything and will have to head back to the office to pick it up after I get off. When choosing your bags, it’s essential to consider several factors to ensure they complement your professional attire while adding a touch of allure or the designs that strike a balance of both. The details you should be focusing on are the silhouettes, quality of materials, neutral color scheme, minimalist design, and practical features. Shoulder bags and handbags are ideal types of bags for this trend. That sounds a lot, so let me help you visualize it.

Kitten heels and Slingback heels are both excellent choices because they offer a perfect blend of sophistication, professionalism, and allure. Kitten heels exude sophistication with their low, slender heels that provide a subtle lift without sacrificing comfort while Slingback heels exude effortless chic with their sleek silhouette and adjustable strap that elegantly wraps around the ankle. Both of these heels are versatile enough to pair seamlessly with a wide range of office attire, from tailored trousers to pencil skirts, offering endless styling possibilities for the office siren. It is crucial to give a touch of allure to your ensemble without being overly flashy or attention-grabbing.

Don’t get me wrong, pants work just as wonderful as skirts, but pencil skirts are a classic/quintessential wardrobe staple for Office Siren. They are designed to hug the curves of the body, creating a very flattering and feminine silhouette that accentuates the waist and hips. Its structured silhouette and knee-length hemline convey authority and confidence, which is exactly what we are looking for. Furthermore, these skirts are incredibly versatile and can be styled in various ways to suit numerous occasions and dress codes. Once they are paired with the right tops, accessories, and heels, you’ll seem put together, grab attention, and make an ever-lasting impression at work with your new look.

Besides the glasses, accessories or jewelry play a crucial role in the office siren look. However, you can also go without any jewelry if you want to emphasize simplicity and minimalism. Now, when selecting jewelry for this aesthetic, we want to keep it as classy as possible without overdoing it so seek for designs that are elegant, timeless, and understated. For example, if you want to wear a statement necklace, keep it simple by wearing only that piece. If you are a jewelry girl, just make sure all of your pieces are coordinated.

Necklaces: Seek designs with clean lines, geometric shapes, or intricate details. Make sure they look coordinated with the earrings if you are going to wear one. You can go for a plain black choker scarf if you want to add a sense of vintage vibe too.

Earrings: It is best to put studs, small hoops, or drop earrings in timeless designs/materials like pearls, diamonds, or minimalist geometric shapes that go well with your necklaces.

Wrist: Now, I, personally, recommend wearing a classic watch rather than multiple bracelets because I think it adds a sense of refinement and sophistication to your look much better. Seek for a sleek and elegant watch with a minimalist design and a neutral-toned strap for versatility, but gold and silver are always safe options to choose from.

Rings: Minimalist designs that are not flashy or distracting. Choose delicate rings in classic designs like simple bands, unique designs, or understated gemstone accents. Do not wear too many or stack rings more than 2 on one finger.

Now that you have some idea of this trend, let’s draw inspiration from various celebrities and runway models to curate a refined ensemble that embodies professionalism with allure in workplace attire.

My Pinterest page will soon feature additional reference pictures, so be sure to check back for more inspiration. Stay tuned for my upcoming post featuring various completed Office Siren-inspired outfit ideas, perfect for those who embrace this trend!

Thank you for reading and I hope these tips helped you to elevate your style and also empower you to express your unique personality with confidence and flair!