What to Wear to Work This Fall
Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk
Photo courtesy of Acielle/Styledumonde.com
The symbolic end of summer means it’s time to tuck away the casual cutoffs and twirly sundresses that got us through. Sad, we know—but that doesn’t mean you have to be all business from here on out. Below, four fresh-feeling (and occasionally colorful) styling strategies to breathe life into your 9-to-5 looks.
Suit Up
Put on a chic power suit or style the separates with other pieces to strike a balance that feels less formal. Here, a pale-blue puff-sleeve top and a gleamy necklace freshen up a pair of cigarette pants.
Alternatively, you could update classic wide-legs with a tonal cardigan (notice how the gold buttons pick up on the elegant timepiece), thick-rimmed glasses, and sleek flats.
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Caddis
glasses
goop, $95SHOP NOW -
Analog Shift
patek philippe calatrava
goop, $11,850SHOP NOW -
Aeyde
flats
goop, $295SHOP NOW -
Victoria Beckham
cardigan
goop, $750SHOP NOW -
Ganni
vest
goop, $235SHOP NOW -
G. Label
fahn high-waisted pleated pants
goop, $495SHOP NOW -
Prada
Skirt
Prada, $2,750SHOP NOW -
Celine
bag
Celine, $2,850SHOP NOW
Play with Print
A button-up—with its pointed collar, button placket, and neat cuffs—is a corporate classic. So is a pleated skirt. Victoria Beckham brings both to life with this retro-looking geometric print.
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G. Label
Fiene Yellow Gold and Pavé Ear Cuff
goop, $650SHOP NOW -
Officine Générale
shirt
goop, $680SHOP NOW -
Officine Générale
trousers
goop, $395SHOP NOW -
Khaite
Tote
Moda Operandi, $2,500SHOP NOW -
Totême
Sneakers
Net-a-Porter, $570SHOP NOW
Finish the look with luxe earrings, a slouchy suede carryall, and clean white sneakers.
Mix in Color
Our fashion team tells us that eye-catching colors—pink and yellow in particular—are going to be big this fall. Ground a punchy sweater with sandy wide-legs, then dab on this (highly blendable, easy-to-use) coral cheek stain for a pretty, natural-looking flush.
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Ben-Amun
bracelet
goop, $80SHOP NOW -
RMS Beauty
Lip2Cheek
goop, $36SHOP NOW -
Alex Mill
sweater
goop, $155SHOP NOW -
Nili Lotan
pants
goop, $495SHOP NOW -
Apple
case
Apple, $49SHOP NOW -
Aesther Ekme
bag
goop, $660SHOP NOW
Can’t commit to brights? Opt for muted shades of jade, burgundy, or glacier blue.
Try Texture
Contrasting textures can make any outfit look (and feel) fresh. When the weather permits, team a supple leather skirt with crisp cotton shirting and a cloud-soft cardigan. Tall buttery boots and a matching belt tie in perfectly.
Finishing Touches
A zippered pouch to organize your work tote, a cozy knit to keep at your desk, noise-canceling headphones for heads-down time—these are the nice-to-haves we’re bringing with us.
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goop Beauty
GOOPGENES Nourishing Hand Cream
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KORA Organics
hydration mist
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Maria McManus
Shirt
goop, $480SHOP NOW -
G. Label
LC oversize cardigan
goop, $595SHOP NOW -
Apple
Airpods max
Apple, $549SHOP NOW -
Larq
self-cleaning
bottle
goop, $95SHOP NOW -
Loewe
Tote
Net-a-Porter, $2,950SHOP NOW -
Loewe
pouch
Net-a-Porter, $590SHOP NOW -
Emme Parsons
Loafers
goop, $395SHOP NOW
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