Workplace Attire: Staples & Brands to Shop

Whether you are about to begin your first internship or job, entering the workplace is stressful. Getting dressed every morning should not contribute to the stress of your day - it should be a fun way to express yourself and get you excited for the day ahead. Here are some of my favorite brands to shop and a few staple pieces that I recommend you add to your closet before entering the professional realm.

STAPLE PIECES

Through my experience in the corporate workplace, I quickly learned that the following pieces are essential to a professional wardrobe. My company's dress code consisted of mostly business casual, but some days we were required to dress in business professional attire. It is important to incorporate versatile pieces into your wardrobe that work for both business casual and professional. Having these "staple" pieces in my closet made getting dressed and ready each day much easier.

1. Blazer

Miss Punctuality Taupe Lightweight Blazer | Banana Republic Sculpted-Fit Blazer

2. Dress Pants

Banana Republic Slim Straight-Fit Washable Wool-Blend Pant (Grey) | Kick It Back High-Waisted Trouser Pants (Black)

3. Pencil Skirt

White House Black Market Paper Bag High Waisted Skirt | Lulu's Pencil It In White Skirt

4. Comfortable Flats

Steven Madden Kandi White Leather Shoes | Steve Madden Kandi Black Crocodile Shoes

5. Comfortable Heels

Aldo High Heel Shoe (Black) | Aldo Stessy High Heel Shoe (Tan)

6. Work Tote

Lulu's Office Hours Beige Tote Bag | Kate Spade Laurel Way Medium Dally

MY FAVORITE BRANDS TO SHOP PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE

Banana Republic | Ann Taylor Loft | Lulu's | J. Crew | Target | Aldo | Nordstrom Rack | Steve Madden | Tj Maxx | Marshalls

I hope that you found this helpful as you prep your closet for the workplace! Xo, Em

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