Staples for your winter work wardrobe
One of the most important things about the winter wardrobe is to make sure that you're keeping warm in the office. But with a few simple staples you can keep cosy and still have all the style and fashion you would during the summer months.
A/W is the season that teaches us that the female form can be flattered just as much with clothing as with bare flesh in bikinis in s/s. If you're unsure how to approach a good, solid work wardrobe then take a look at this list of essentials. Whether you're a manager at the office you've worked at for years, taking a promotion in a new environment or simply the new girl at an impressional internship - you can make these staples work for you.
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above right: From Dorothy Perkins £14
above left: From Alexon for Debenhams £60
No matter what the winter weather is doing, a white blouse or shirt is a blank canvas for your work wardrobe. Add jewellery and light layers to glam up the top and be rest assured you can team with anything on the bottom
Above left: From French Connection £77
Above right: From Littlewoods £35
Black trousers are the traditional office bottom half for winter, but that doesn't mean they have to be bootcut or boring. Why not go for a fitted straight leg or something a bit more glam like the pocketed hareem trouser. Team with a statement shoe and blazer and with a simple touch you'll be the best looking in the workplace.
Above right: From Miss Selfridge
Black heels are a given. They are one of the best shoes to wear to compliment any outfit and will rock any winter look. If you're not a fan of heels then go for something a little more interesting in a flat. This animal print pair with a chain over the front as not only on trend, but will liven up any dull and dark day at work.
Go for a fitted blazer for extra shape and definition to your figure. Turn the sleeves up for time to time for added style about the office.
From Mango for John Lewis £14.99
A nude or neutral sweater is the perfect remedy for any light layering issues you may face this winter. Wear it over a blouse or vest top and it will look great with a skirt or trousers and keep you warm at the same time. It also brightens up a wardrobe rather than sticky to blacks and browns all season.
From Damsel in a Dress for John Lewis £79
A pencil skirt is a must for any office wardrobe. It's sexy, sophisticated and stylish. Need we say any more?
From River Island £35
Much like the pencil skirt, a fitted black dress is not only incredibly professional for the workplace but it can do wonders for highlighting your curves and womanly figure. By slipping on this dress and some opaque tights, you're making minimal effort for a maximum effect dress. Great for livening up dull days outside and inside!
A big bag is not just a work thing, but it helps for keeping files and paperwork dry on rainy wintery days. We recommend that this is something you don't scrimp on as it can be a great bag to last you many seasons. If you have the cash, treat yourself and you may hust be grateful of it in the long run.
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