4 Office Outfits Stylish Women Swear By

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As any woman who is getting dressed for the office knows, pulling clothes from your closet that are both chic and acceptable for a day of meetings isn't always intuitive. You want to feel confident and professional without sacrificing your personal sense of style. Interested to find out the outfits stylish women swear by to look both chic and ready for the office, we tapped three fashion industry insiders for their go-to outfit formulas.

Ahead, Moda Operandi merchandising manager Elizabeth Leventhal, Net-a-Porter Retail Fashion Director Lisa Aiken, creative consultant and street style star Rachael Wang, and fashion designer Laura Vassar share looks worth replicating. Their outfits strike the perfect balance between fashion-forward and work-appropriate. Not only will you discover looks that are ready to be re-created for your next day at the office, but you will also see some of this season's most covetable items for your wardrobe.

Keep reading to see what business casual looks like today, and shop the outfits of these stylish women.

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"Because I work in a creative industry, dressing for the office is slightly more understated and pared back. There are very few 'rules' as to what I can wear to work. In order to feel confident in a business environment, I need to be comfortable, so part of my outfit almost always includes denim. I'll most likely pair it with a vintage tee and sharp blazer, paying homage to the original power-dressing staple. I like to add the unexpected to whatever I'm wearing, something that makes a look 100% mine. It can be something as simple as mismatching my personal jewelry or adding a masculine watch to an otherwise feminine look. I am fortunate enough to be able to wear denim to work, so I always make sure to incorporate one element that elevates my outfit. For example, I'll style my high-rise jeans with a gorgeous silk blouse, a heritage blazer, or a stiletto heel."

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"Dressing for the office now also means 'dressing up' as a new mom! I have found that you can't go wrong with great denim (thank you, Re/Done!) and a pair of fun earrings."

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"Because I don't go to an office per se every day, my wardrobe requirements are much more flexible than others'. However, on a day of important meetings when I want to come across as polished and professional, my go-tos are a long-sleeve midi dress and pumps, or an oversized men's inspired button-down, a midi skirt, some statement earrings, and a cool mule."

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"I always look at my day before getting dressed for the office. If we have a fitting day, I am in Brock denim, flats, and a crisp white button-down or cozy knit. Other days, I like to have fun with my outfit and will wear a floral sundress, or skirt and blouse. I always like to mix it up."

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Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.