Work clothes
Every woman should have these work clothes in her fashion arsenal. They’ll mix with what you already own for endless and easy 9-to-5 outfits.
The Essentials
Jacket, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $96; kohls.com.
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com.
Skirt, Boden, $118; bodenusa.com.
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Find your wild side
A touch of animal print shows you’re willing to take smart risks in your wardrobe and your job.
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com. Necklace, $68; alexandrabeth.com. Cardigan, Worthington, $16; jcp.com. Watch, Armitron, $60; amazon.com. Heels, $159; llbeansignature.com.
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Throw on a cozy layer
Under a comfy-chic sweater, it looks like you just snagged a gorgeous new skirt. You smartie, you!
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com. Sweater, $65; thelimited.com. Ring, $135; bettycarrestore.com. Bag, $155; jmclaughlin.com. Wedges, Jean-Michel Cazabat, $235; amazon.com.
Reinvent the power suit
The sharp white blazer makes for a crisp, corner-office-appropriate look, while fun pumps add attitude.
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com. Earrings, $95; mariebruns.com. Blazer, $130; mango.com. Heels, $310; buttershoes.com. Bag, $88; oliviaandjoy.com.
Wear to work outfits. Join the boys’ club
With masculine accents–pinstripes, a bold watch, tasseled loafers–the look is clean-cut but never boring.
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com. Shirt, $90; brooksbrothers.com Watch, Timex, $65; nordstrom.com. Belt, $16.99; target.com. Loafers, Simply Vera Vera Wang, $65; kohls.com
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Do the after-work thing
Uncover the dress, add heeled boots and hits of sparkle, then go. (Oh, wait, put on lip gloss.)
Dress, $150; bananarepublic.com. Clutch, $120; calvinklein.com. Booties, $198; anntaylor.com. Necklace, $48; sophialondondesigns.com.
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Feel all sophisticated
It’s the French style formula: Combine pared-down pieces with one great necklace and you’re chicly done.
Jacket, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $96; kohls.com. Top, $17.80; forever21.com. Necklace, Kenneth Jay Lane for QVC, $68; qvc.com. Pants, $60; mango.com. Bag, $278; jcrew.com. Heels, $89; ninewest.com.
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Tap into your inner prepster
The box-pleat skirt and button-down say, “I’m proper,” but the boots say, “Don’t mess with me.”
Jacket, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $96; kohls.com. Shirt, Tommy Hilfiger, $69; macys.com. Sweater, Worthington, $16; jcp.com. Skirt, A.P.C., $250; usonline.apc.fr. Boots, $279; llbeansignature.com. Glasses, Michael Stars, $99; glasses.com.
Make it a cool Friday
With slim, waxed-denim jeans and a chambray shirt, you won’t feel underdressed if the boss calls you in for a pre-weekend brainstorm.
Jacket, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $96; kohls.com. Shirt, American Eagle Outfitters, $44.95; ae.com. Belt, $29.95; gap.com. Jeans, $80; loft.com. Oxfords, $110; clarksusa.com. Earrings, Carolee Lux, $45; carolee.com.
Work clothes. Be (quietly) fearless
The classic shape of the jacket balances bold colors and patterns, so the end result is interesting but elegant.
Jacket, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $96; kohls.com. Shirt, Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti for New York & Company, $60; nyandcompany.com. Skirt, $79; vincecamuto.com. Booties, Via Spiga, $225; select Lord & Taylor stores. Bag, $169; ellingtonhandbags.com.
Wear to work outfits. Show ’em who’s in charge
Ah, the leather jacket: It zooms you into take-no-prisoners mode in no time.
Skirt, Boden, $118; bodenusa.com. Earrings, $68; margaretelizabeth.com. Tank, $39; nomalosangeles.com. Jacket, $118; express.com. Belt, $12.95; 2bstores.com. Booties, Enzo Angiolini, $129; zappos.com. Bag, Sorial, $79; paulaandchlo.com.
Wear to work outfits. Warm up for work
Hang up the vest when you get inside and reveal a perfect hipster-librarian outfit.
Skirt, Boden, $118; bodenusa.com. Shirt, $78; jcrew.com. Sweater, $80; Uniqlo. Vest, $29.94; oldnavy.com. Scarf, $14.99; target.com. Oxfords, $115; bornshoes.com.
Nail the interview
There’s nothing more confident than wearing sharp–but not matchy-matchy-items.
Skirt, Boden, $118; bodenusa.com. T-shirt, $39.50; clubmonaco.com. Blazer, Michael Michael Kors, $295, and necklace, Michael Kors, $195; both at Michael Kors. Heels, Tommy Hilfiger, $99; macys.com. Bag, Danielle Nicole, $98; piperlime.com.
Work clothes. Get an uptown vibe
You’ll look rich, rich, rich in pieces with tiny golden details.
Skirt, Boden, $118; bodenusa.com. Sweater, $170; Comptoir des Cotonniers. Ring, White House Black Market, $44; whbm.com. Heels, $90; chineselaundry.com. Bag, $36.90; windsorstore.com.
We hope that our wear to work outfits will help you to make your day!