The findings indicate that traditional clothing, such as suits and heels, is increasingly neglected: 28 percent of respondents admitted they had not worn a suit in the last five years and 27 percent only opted for heels a few times a year. This combination of casual and formal wear makes jeans and sneakers the preferred choice for formal events for more than two-thirds (71 percent) of respondents, particularly among the younger demographic. A notable 35 percent of those under 30 say they wear denim “all the time” at events, in stark contrast to just 14 percent of those over 60, according to the survey.
The workplace has a divided stance on denim, with nearly half (45 percent) of all participants wearing it to work. However, attitudes vary by age group, with 39 percent of those aged 30 to 44 and 33 percent of those aged 18 to 29 embracing denim in professional settings. The acceptance of denim at work also has its nuances; Nearly a third (30 percent) believe only certain types of denim are appropriate for the office, including a small fraction who find ripped jeans acceptable (8 percent) and those who have worn denim to job interviews (13 percent). ).
Denim is increasingly the preferred choice for Brits for almost any occasion, from weddings to work, with 1 in 10 wearing it to nuptials. The trend towards casual clothing stands out, since 71 percent prefer jeans for formal events. Almost half of participants embrace denim in professional settings, with discussions surrounding its suitability for the office.
The survey also ranked the main occasions on which Britons have put themselves denim, with parties (80 percent), clubbing (54 percent) and office environments (45 percent) topping the list. Surprisingly, less conventional choices included wearing denim to races (18 percent), during sports (15 percent), to job interviews (13 percent), weddings (10 percent) and even funerals (9 percent). ).
Fiber2Fashion News Desk (DP)
