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What To Wear To Work This Autumn

Discover what to wear to work and upgrade your office style with AW17’s latest nine-to-five arrivals. From printed suits to desk-to-dinner dresses, here are the five key pieces you need to create the office-appropriate looks that promise to put in the hours.

1. The Shift Dress 

Claudie Collar Ponte Shift Dress, £55 | Meila Bucket Bag, £35 | Sasha Two Part Court, £45

The shift dress is synonymous with 60s styling, serving as inspiration for the modern-day designs that form a key part of the office style rotation. Embrace the trend with this classic black shift dress, detailed with a Peter Pan collar and white trims which create a delicate contrast. Play to its retro feel with block-heeled court shoes in black, injecting a modern dose of colour with a teal shoulder bag.

 

2. The Wool-Blend Coat

Zinnia Coat, £149 | Ada Print Dress, £75Olivia Sparkle Scarf, £25 | Ramona Ruffle Cross Body, £35

As we move into colder climes, a classic coat will become your workwear saviour. Opt for this sumptuous wool-blend style in versatile navy – we love how it looks layered over this red printed dress. Use the tie-up sash belt to cinch in your waist, and finish the look with a tonal scarf and cross-body bag.

 

3. The Tea Dress

Lydia Print Tea Dress, £59 | Rosa Ring Tote Bag, £39 | Siobhan Wedge Shoe, £45

The tea dress is back in business for AW17, offering itself up as a stylish, feminine and effortless outfit choice for the office. Solve your ‘what to wear to work’ dilemma with this floral-print tea dress, crafted with a flattering scooped neckline, a defined waist with a tie-back sash and a mid-length hemline that falls just below the knees. Let its bold blooms stand out with simple accessories – black wedged shoes and a smart tote back are all you need.

 

4. The Printed Suit

Carolina Printed Jacket, £69 | Beatrise Frill Neck Top, £39 | Carolina Floral Print Trousers, £55 | Carolina Silk Scarf, £25 | Karla Kitten Heel Shoes, £45

Tailoring takes on a fresh new guise for the season ahead, combining simple silhouettes with trend-focused twists. Power up your workwear style with this printed black suit, featuring a slim-cut jacket and matching tapered trousers with small-scale florals. Team them with a crisp work blouse, and complete the look with a printed silk scarf and classic black court shoes.

 

5. The Embroidered Jacket

Leonie Embroidered Jacket, £79 | Rosa Ring Mini Backpack, £29 | Myra Pointed Ballerina Flats, £29

Statement jackets are a modern alternative to classic work blazers, lending a fashion-forward feel to nine-to-five wardrobes. Elevate your office uniform with this embroidered floral jacket, designed for a slim fit with smart notch lapels and shoulder pads – a key style detail for AW17.  Style over a white blouse and black trousers, picking out the pops of colour with red pointed flats. Finish with a backpack.

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