26 years have passed since stuffy suiting and "commuter sneakers" were immortalized via Melanie Griffith's stellar performance in Working Girl. And as much as I enjoy a blast from the past, the days of ear-gazing shoulder pads, matronly pumps and clunky briefcases are long gone. Here, a fresh crop of office-appropriate staple taking their place.
WORK IT.
Leave it to Stella McCartney to tailor the perfect one-button suit in a textured navy fabrication, featuring tuxedo-esque lapels. Best part: Each piece can stand on its own, so feel free to wear the blazer with jeans the trousers with a curve-hugging turtleneck.
Melanie Jacket in Navy, Stella McCartney $1775
Jasmine Trousers in Navy, Stella McCartney $595
An otherwise prim silhouette gets a high-fashion infusion by way of subtle peplum and slightly sheer trim.
Jacquard Peplum Dress, Jonathan Simkhai $545
I'll be the first to admit that a classic white blouse is a wardrobe must. Although, this color block iteration is just as wearable yet infinitely edgier.
Contrast Placket Blouse, Chloe $796
Slightly sexier than its ultra prim sibling, this knee-length printed number boasts an exaggerated high waist--ideal for pairing with a top in a contrasting print.
Agnese Tribal-Print Skirt, Stella Jean $402
These mid-height heels work equally hard navigating the boardroom when worn with the aforementioned power suit as they do with a pair of skinnies during after-work drinks.
Suede and Patent Pumps, Prada $750
This fun chain-and-pearl choker is proof the classic single-strand necklace has come a long way from its time cooped up in your grandma's jewelry box.
Swarovski Pearl Choker Necklace, Fallon $425
The humdrum briefcase gets a totally modern revamp with minimal hardware, a masculine silhouette and on-trend color blocking.
Colorblock Top-Handle Bag, Marni $890
A sleek timepiece never goes out of style. This one begs to be layered with statement bracelets and won't cost nearly as much as its big-name counterparts.
Chain Metal Gold Watch, Larsson & Jennings $351
Introduce a dose of high fashion to the everyday with this badass Givenchy iPad sleeve.
Rottweiler iPad Case, Givenchy $335
Still believe diamond studs are the ultimate work-wear status symbols? Think again. This pair of pyramid earring is infinitely cooler, yet equally suitable for the office.
Diamond Pyramid Stud Earrings, Ileana Makri $2430
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