FASHION

18 Work Clothing Essentials For A Capsule Wardrobe

Office staples

The need for a functional, appropriate and elegant work wardrobe is unavoidable for anyone working in a professional field.

When you wear the same clothes day in and day out, you need your wardrobe to work a lot harder, with plenty of versatility, comfort in spades and the ability to effortlessly transition from the office to after-work drinks.

Whether you’ve just accepted your dream job, or grown tired of your unsuitable clothing collection, you’re likely looking for an easy, fix-all answer to your work wear woes.

Keep reading to see how many are on your list.

Work clothing essentials

A grey or checked blazer

Work clothing essentials

A masculine black blazer

Work clothing essentials

An oversized trench or camel coat

Work clothing essentials

A large carry-all tote

Work clothing essentials

A smart smaller handbag

Work clothing essentials

A long-sleeve, three-quarter-length dress to take you from office to after-work drinks

Work clothing essentials

Crisp white shirts

Work clothing essentials

Knee-high boots to wear under skirts

Work clothing essentials

Loose-fitting, wide-leg tailored pants

Work clothing essentials

Kitten heels

Work clothing essentials

A turtleneck jumper or crew-neck knit

Work clothing essentials

Loafers

Work clothing essentials

A pleated A-line skirt

Work clothing essentials

Black flats

Work clothing essentials

Black pumps or slingbacks

Work clothing essentials

A structured t-shirt

Work clothing essentials

Tailored black pants

Work clothing essentials

A low-key statement earring (pearls, diamond studs or sleepers work)

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