Workwear Outfit Essentials With A Twist

If you’re wheeling out the same tired blouse every time your weekday alarm goes off, you’re not alone. When it comes to workwear, old habits die hard. Whether you’re in the corporate or creative world, we often stick to a few familiar outfits that (a) make us feel the right amount of put-together and (b) are reliably easy to wear. For me, it’s a roomy jumpsuit. For friends with city jobs, it might be structured trousers. Either way, breaking out of your preferred professional wardrobe can feel like a big deal.

But, like with anything, the tiniest change can make a big impact. From picking a blazer with decorative details, to choosing a shirt-style maxi over a fitted LBD, a small shift in cut or fabric has the power elevate a work outfit in a flash. With that in mind, here’s a selection of chic, work-ready styles with thoughtful details. Who doesn’t love a hard job made easy?

LBD Remixed

Belt it and button it for the boardroom, or create a leg split for after-work drinks. An LDB is always elegant, but this comfy shirt-style maxi is extra versatile. Pair it with over-the-knee or ankle boots for a relaxed but polished outfit, or for a dressier look, team with pointed heels.

Modern Trench

The top layer of your outfit is just as important as what’s underneath. You can finish off any ensemble by adding a maxi duster coat or classic trench. Both styles are practical in the spring and summer thanks to their lightweight fabrics, and come in plush greyscale or nude tones that will pair with anything in your wardrobe.

White Striped Shirt

The backbone of any office wardrobe, a fresh white shirt won’t let you down. Here, the Bronte blouse brings a subtle satin-striped finish into the mix, for added texture and shine. Easy to pair with any item of clothing, you can team it with structured trousers in winter, or your go-to jeans come summer.

Twisted Trousers

For work days when you want to feel streamlined and sculpted, meet the Morgan jeans with a sleek black wax coating. With their high-waist and skinny fit, they elongate the body and pair beautifully with any top or blouse. Spice them up with a bold statement shirt, or the satin-striped Bronte blouse for classic cool.

Statement Blazer

You’ve got your black wax skinnies, now for a smart cropped jacket or blazer to wear on top. Choosing a simple style with decorative details like buttons, studs or embroidery is an easy way to take an otherwise all-black-everything look into new territory. Add this cute military style blazer to a shirt and slim-fit trousers, and you’re good to go.