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Work Wear - 9-5 dress code (Winter Edition)
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items I pulled this list together because, after nearly three years of working from home, I lost touch with what to wear to the office. I had to rebuild my wardrobe. If you're like me and love pieces that are classic and can transition seamlessly from a wo...
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Tops
Pants
Skirts
Dresses
Blazers/Jackets
Tops
I love the simplicity of cashmere sweaters. For dressier days I wear this with skirts or dress pants. I love to wear cashmere sweaters with jeans for a casual Friday dress code.
Cashmere V-neck Sweater - Club Monaco
This is a classic button-down that every closet needs. I have these in so many colors. Style them with pencil skirts, dress pants, or jeans on a more casual day.
Button Down Shirt
I find offices are often cold which makes it great for layering. These lightweight cardigans are great for the office to wear over a shell, or under a boxy blazer.
Knitted button cardigan - Women | MANGO Canada
I find sweaters are the easiest thing to throw on in the morning to look pulled together. Add a few pieces of jewelry, a skirt, and a pair of boots, and you're ready!
Braided knitted sweater - Women | MANGO Canada
Classic layering piece. I always have this in either black or ivory in my closet. It's a closet staple.
Tie Neck Top - Ann Taylor
I keep a few of these in my closet for layering. They're great for the office, or weekends underneath sweaters, or by themselves.
The Luxe Rib Long-Sleeve Crew | White
Pants
I like to buy these types of pants for dress up or dress down pants. Sneakers and site legged trousers are perfect with sneakers, a little t-shirt and an unstructured blazer or jacket.
The Pleated Wide Leg Pant - Ann Taylor
Every now and then I love to throw on some bold colors to make a a statement.
The Button Pencil Pant in Twill - Ann Taylor
I have a few pairs of these pants in different colors. They're super easy to pair with sweaters, and different tops.
High-Rise Modern Slim City Stretch Ankle Pant | Banana Republic
Skirts
Flowy skirts are great for seasonal changes. I love pairing skirts with blouses for a more dressed-up look or a cashmere sweater for a more casual look.
Polka Dot Pleated Midi Skirt - Club Monaco
Fall always signals me to bring out the leather. I love the volume of this skirt.
Rivina Leather Midi Skirt - Banana Republic
This skirt is great to dress up or down pending on what you're doing at the office. The matching cardigan pulls the look together but I have also worn this with a t-shirt too.
Pleated Metallic Sweater Skirt | Banana Republic
Depending on where you're working, this might be too short. I work in marketing and PR so paired with opaque tights and tall black boots, it works.
The Dream Mini Skirt | Black
Dresses
I keep 2-3 poplin dresses on hand because it's effortless. Either wear it belted or loose. I prefer the belted look with a cashmere cardigan overtop and long, layered necklaces.
Poplin Shirt Dress | Banana Republic
Again, I love easy pieces that I can just throw on in the morning and get out the door. These maxi dresses are great. Add some jewelry, and a pair of boots, and you're out the door.
Wool-Blend Jersey Ruched Maxi Dress | Banana Republic
Turtle neck dresses are classic. Paired with tall boots, and simple jewelry, it makes it easy to get ready in the morning.
Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater Dress
Dresses are always an easy pick for the office. This shift dress has classic lines that you can wear with a oversized cardigan, or throw on a turtle neck underneath.
Plaid Button Pocket Shift Dress
Blazers/Jackets
Every work closet needs a classic blazer! Kate Spade has great colors and patterns. I usually scoop them up when they're on sale. So keep your eyes open!
Avrey Blazer | Kate Spade New York
Tweed is making a come back. This shorter version is great to pair with jeans. I tend to wear mine with a casual base, and use the tweed to dress it up.
Metallic Tweed Jacket
This plaid is so fun! I'd wear monochromatic colors underneath and use this blazer for the pop of color.
Italian Plaid Blazer | Banana Republic
Oversized blazers are a great layering piece!
The Oversized Blazer in Wool | Navy Herringbone