The office dress code has long ceased to be boring – now even formal and strict looks can be interesting. Among the main items of the business wardrobe of this warm season are capris. In 2026, they can be worn with both classic and relaxed casual clothes. How to style the most fashionable pants of the 2000s now? We demonstrate in five fashionable looks.
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Costume capris in an all-black look
The return of the capri has already been confirmed by the catwalks: among those who have relied on the classic suit silhouette are Versace, Ralph Lauren and Isabel Marant. Black capri pants with a discreet cut easily become the basis of a monochrome look. Just add slingbacks with heels – and the classic office set sounds modern and a little evening.
Gucci spring-summer 2001. JB Villareal/Gorunway
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Capris and classic boats
The classic two-piece suit is giving way to more dynamic silhouettes. Cropped pants that hit just below the knee and are slightly fitted instantly accentuate the figure. Back in the 2000s, Calvin Klein integrated capris into a minimalist wardrobe, and today this idea is relevant again. Choose a set with a jacket in neutral shades and complement it with classic pumps for a confident and collected look.
Calvin Klein spring-summer 2004. Marcio Madeira/Gorunway
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Brown suit with capris and elegant shoes
The icons of the zero – Madonna, Jennifer Lopez and Sarah Jessica Parker – at one time became a model of how to style capris. But it was the catwalks that helped adapt them for modern office looks. The Miu Miu show of the spring-summer 2004 season still remains a reference point: a brown capri suit has a restrained, yet unconventional look. Complement it with pointed-toe pumps or classic loafers – to balance formality with ease.
Miu Miu spring-summer 2004. Marcio Madeira/Gorunway
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Low-rise capris in a minimalist look
Despite the provocative nature of 2000s fashion, there was also a more subdued, “quiet” aesthetic. An example is Prada's spring-summer 2003 collection. Capri pants paired with a tank top and elegant pumps create a light but sophisticated look that works perfectly in a summer office wardrobe.
Prada spring-summer 2003. Prada/Gorunway
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Denim capris and heeled sandals
For informal days, like Friday, consider the denim capris popularized by Marc Jacobs. To maintain a balance between urban and office styles, simply add a structured shirt, jacket, and a simple bag. The final touch is a pair of heeled sandals, which will give the look a chic yet relaxed feel.
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Based on materials from vogue.es