The life of a travel nurse offers the perfect opportunity to adopt a varied and unique work wardrobe. Starting work at a new facility is a great time to break out a new style of scrubs or a new pair of nursing shoes. Let your co-workers see your sense of style by trying out some of these popular new scrub designs.
Elegant simplicity
Although bright colors and intense patters can be fun, sometimes it is better to keep it straightforward. A solid white top with a lace-up neck is a great way to class up your work outfit. Pairing the shirt with a differently colored pair of pants – although also solid – will give you a dignified look.
A little more flash
However, if you do feel like letting your wild side out, Scrubs Magazine recommends a new zebra pattern that can help you stand out on your shift. Interesting color pairings – the source recommends turquoise and brown – are a great way to stay ahead of the curve. Pairing the top with pants that feature either of the colors – or, better yet, part of the pattern running down the leg – provides you with a cohesive outfit that is sure to attract a great deal of attention.
Layers
This isn’t so much a new style as it is a good idea for staying stylish in the winter. If you have a short-sleeved scrubs outfit that you’re dying to break out in the depths of winter, put a long-sleeved shirt with complementary colors on underneath your scrubs. This will keep you warm without sacrificing your sense of style. As always, if you’re looking for ways to express your fashion sense, don’t shy away from picking a unique color combination.
Bubbles
Another recommendation from Scrubs Magazine is to try out some of 2013’s new bubble-bedecked scrubs. The “Bubble Baroque” print, for example, uses geometrically pleasing and colorful bubbles to breathe new life into your work outfit. According to the source, bubbles may be 2013’s defining scrubs style, so if you’re feeling especially effervescent, make sure to add this style to your wardrobe.
Shoes
Finding the right nursing shoes is all about substance over style, but this doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun with the lowest part of your wardrobe. Find shoes that complement the new colors and patterns you choose for your scrubs. Remember, your outfit is the perfect opportunity to express your individuality at work, so pick something that will set you apart.