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ON-TREND OFFICE LOOKS

You’ll never need to wonder what to wear to work again with these smart and stylish outfit ideas

The statement wide-leg pants

Reach for these striking tomato-red pants for a high-impact office look. The wide-leg design and elasticated high waist mean you’ll stand out while staying comfy on your commute. Pair them with our colour-block cardigan for a tonal look that’s effortlessly stylish. Finish the look with white sneakers and a chunky statement necklace for extra polish. Red not your colour? Don’t worry, our drawstring trousers are also available in a number of other shades. Or try a sports-luxe aesthetic with our side-stripe wide-leg pants. We’re styling ours with a camel-toned sweater vest. Ready, set, go!

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The hard-working animal-print midi dress

It’s a jungle out there – so why not answer the call of the wild in this leopard-print midi dress? The smart shirt style and flattering fit make this the perfect choice for an easy office look. We’re firm believers that leopard print is a neutral, meaning it will go with almost any colour or print that’s already in your wardrobe. Wear it with sandals or add tights and boots. Our snake-print shirt dress is another sartorial overachiever if you prefer a subtler take on animal print.

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The seasonless sleeveless sweater

A sleeveless sweater is a workwear all-rounder that can be added to any outfit. Wear it however works best for you – either alone with wide-leg pants or with your favourite outfits as a transitional layering piece. Slip it over dresses and cinch with a belt for warmer climes or wear it over a crisp white shirt for a smart look. It also pairs perfectly with this season’s oversized-collar blouses on days when you want to make more of a statement. A block colour in a neutral shade – such as cream or navy – will be a versatile addition to your work outfit rotation.

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The sleek shacket

Half shirt, half jacket (we see what they did there), the shacket is a modern style hero. The ideal blend of smart, thanks to utilitarian details, and comfy, due to the slightly slouchy shape, a shacket is where fashion meets function. A shacket is tailored enough to smarten up jeans if your office dress code tends towards the casual side. We’re coveting this faux-leather version. A belted waist gives a flattering fit. Don’t constrain your shacket to the nine to five; wear it with dark denim and strappy heels on nights out.

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Words: Emily Sutherland

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