14. TrooRa The Color Issue Summer '22

Nguyen says blazers are “timeless, classic staples that you can dress up or dress down, and it’s even better when they feel like your favorite sweater.” Their first collection came in neutral colors, black, camel, gray, and plaids. They wanted to launch with staples first, classic colors that will never go out of style and that people wear more often because they are safe and versatile. “These are your go-to colors for an executive meeting, a presentation, or an interview.” Changing Fashion, Adding Color Post- Shelter-in-Place She says Covid has changed our outlook on what we value, our lives, careers, and priorities. People are in hybrid work environments, and some aren’t returning to the office at all, which changes what we need in our wardrobes. “We’re moving into more power casuals, blazers and jeans, for example. Certain professionals, lawyers and real estate agents, will still wear suits, but now having versatile pieces in your wardrobe to help you transition from home to the office is important. Our blazers were made for this!” She says business clothes are becoming more colorful since Covid, especially blazers. “You’ll see more blues,

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