Mad Max Furiosa Male and female dress code
What to wear as a post apocalyptic Mad Max Furiosa in official scenarios
So you are thinking of costuming Mad Max? Furiosa is on the way and the post apocalyptic action flick is a chance at enthralling your wardrobe with everything desertwear. Think burning man meets steampunk.
The main question is, does the Mad Max dress code have a place in the office? Can we really get a formal version inspired by the desert warriors? Don't worry, "what pants does Mad Max wear?" depends on how leather and heavy wool aligns with your wardrobe.
To start, let's talk the Mad Max color profile. Earthy desert hues, very in line with what corporate-wear colors represent. Shades of brown, tints of brown, monochromes of brown. Everything brown.
Now, to answer the questions posed in the second paragraph. If a strictly-Mad-Max inspiration is the go-to, then we would be easily left with a less formally leaning dress code. See the reasons as to why below; and also the way to tackle those film outfits with a conventional take, but still in line with Mad Max Furiosa.
Layers
The costume designer ensured every piece, be it a top or bottom article, easily lends itself to layering.
What can be layered
Plain white tshirt under: scarf, (waist)belt, corset, leather jacket, leather halfcoat, cummerbund, chest harness.
Dress pants/khaki pants under: statement belts, chains (pachuco style), hip harness, calf-length boots.
Texture
The more the texture amid the outfits, the less formal the overall look. Formal outfits rely on details being as few as possible to maintain a clean cut look. There is no place for chainmail when aiming to look dressy. The smooth surface of leather is highly encouraged for utilization. Woolen textures should be kept to a minimum. Smooth worsted surfaces is your first option when picking pieces for the ensemble.
Color
One of the chief determinants of this look. Muted, uneventful colors. Dirty orange, and every earthy shade. From the lighter side, off white and greyed beige; to the darker side of gun metal and duller greys, with hints of moss green. Anything in a pure color is cheating. Just like a villain can't evade death in Mad Max, take these colors head on and embrace them.
Accessories
The crux of the outfits. Keep metal to a minimum — choose one body part to go ham on. Brass is recommended to avoid tarnishing your corporate Mad Max look with an industrial aura. Silver and gold are too polished, and out of the picture. Copper? Depends with how good the design is, or how well it will complement your look. Avoid it where necessary.
Scarves. Socks are invisible. Short leather gloves (long ones are for the set). Leather shoes. Statement belts. Tiny leather bags with straps for carrying/hanging. Leather watches. Chains.
Ratio
This is a style element. Use cummerbund, corset, statement belt to match the pants. When a contrasting top is worn, the result is the golden ratio. The most esthetically pleasing element of design... and style by extension.
There you go. Have a Mad Max dress up. Dress downs are for Halloween. Up your fun.