Add accessories
A statement necklace can easily turn a simple white button-up blouse or collared shirt into a style showpiece. Especially on days where every outfit you put on just doesn’t feel right, accessories amp up your look minus the stress. For fall, choose pieces in gold with art deco shapes or stones in seasonal hues.
Our pick: Trina Turk Bold Resin Petal Necklace in Cinnebar, a rich, fall-ready red .
Make it a blazer
Skip the staid navy blazer, and instead, opt for something in a brighter hue, or even a printed piece to really kick your office look up a few notches. If you’re wary of going too out-of-the-box for work, don’t be. You don’t have to stray too far outside of your comfort zone. There are lots of fun, fashionable options for fall that offer a more subtle way to change things up.
Our pick: Rebecca Minkoff Becky Vega Print Silk Blazer . This one might be a splurge, but it’s a versatile, on trend piece that will make any office outfit pop.
Focus on footwear
Even if you emerge from your closet feeling bored with your look, simply slipping into a fabulous pair of get-noticed heels can make an undeniable difference in your overall outfit. For this season, think about buying ankle booties, printed pumps and lace-up heels in fall hues like wine, caramel browns or forest green.
Our pick: Frye Miranda Lace Bootie in a rich cognac and distressed for an on trend vintage look .
Get colorful
Say goodbye to boring outfits by adding a splash of color to anything you wear. Even an all-black ensemble gets a wake-up call with a bold patterned scarf, get-noticed bag or cute cardigan in a hue that stands out.
Our pick: Juicy Couture V Neck Cardigan in a vibrant purple-pink . Wear this piece over a fitted tee with a classic pencil skirt and your favorite heels to give a pop of fun color to your look.
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