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one of the biggest looks weve been seeing.
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Basics likefitted blazers, crisp button-downs, pleated trousers, andslim loaferswill never let you down.
(Work dresses are perfect for the former, while elevated jeans will ace the latter.)
Hey, why not make work as fun as possible?
The best work clothes for women, at a glance
1.
Let the collar poke out of crewneck sweaters or throw on a necktie.
Siliteelon Fitted Button-Down Shirt
Amazon
J.Crew Garcon Shirt With Bows
J.Crew
2.
Favorite Daughter Nora Wide-Leg Pants
Nordstrom
Everlane Draper Pleated Pants
Everlane
4.
Boden Feminine Cotton Blouse
Boden
J.Crew Removable Tie-Neck Button-Up Shirt
5.
The dress
Need we explain the magic of a smart, zero-effort dress?
Its a godsend for offices that lean more formal.
J.Crew Corner-Office Dress
M.M.LaFleur Ashley Dress
6.
The flats
All the polish of heels, minus the tripping hazardthats why we loveballet flats.
Were big fans of these two refined pairs.
Madewell Greta Ballet Flats
Madewell
Franco Sarto Vana Flats
7.
While they might look expensive, the cost per wear will work out to mere pennies.
Kate Spade Suite Large Work Tote
Tory Burch Romy Tote
9.
We prefer crewneck cardigans, which strike the right balance between warmth and style.
Reformation Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan
Reformation
Lillusory Striped Cardigan
10.
The skirt
Weve found its easiest to style satin midiskirts for work.
Theyre easy and elegant, lending a smart edge to button-downs and blazers.
Banana Republic Satin Long Midi-Skirt
Modegal Satin High Waist Midi Skirt
11.
Loafers do it all, and were grateful.
Bass Whitney Easy Weejuns Penny Loafers
Free People
Gucci Horsebit 1953 Loafers
Gucci
12.
Exquise Tobie Button-Front Pleated Shirtdress
Anthropologie
Tuckernuck Chloe Dress
Tuckernuck
13.
The heels
Pumps can skew a little too formal, while sandals can feel too casual.
These two styles will look incredible peeking out of trouser jeans or styled with simple dresses.
J.Crew Sailor Denim Trousers
Levis 724 High-Rise Straight Jeans
15.
The polo
Remember what we said about finding fun wherever you could?
These colorful polos are office-appropriateandinject some personality into your wardrobe.
Style them with satin skirts or pleated trousers in black or cream.
Aligne Emmet Knitted Polo
Shopbop
Tory Burch Jacquard Polo
Tory Burch
16.
The answer to this is totally subjective.
Office dress codes aside, it mainly boils down to personal taste.
you could push the boundaries once you fully understand the vibe.
What should you wear with work pants?
The key tostyling wide-leg pantsis just owning itits much easier than it looks.
