If there’s one dress code that leaves blocks scratching their heads around Australia, it’s the gray area of ​​smart casual. Because it’s neither smart nor casual, all well-put-together outfits that nail the smart casual dress code integrate a little bit of both, leaving the challenge in the exact combination of the two apparently conflicting styles.

Here, we’ll demystify the confusion around smart casual attire, arming you with the overarching principles of smart casual and proving that nailing the style isn’t all that hard once you understand a few key ideas. In addition to a few general guiding lessons, we’ll also