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Hot on the high street: How to update your work wardrobe for Spring

Add these pieces to your current 9-5 look for an instant seasonal update

Sarah Jones
Friday 28 April 2017 14:37 BST
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It's time to hit refresh on your office garb
It's time to hit refresh on your office garb

A time of fresh starts, spring brings with it a much-anticipated switch from wintry wear. But, the transition shouldn’t just stop with your collection of casual garb. Instead, you should be applying the same logic to your office get-up too.

After months of hiding away in woollen suits and shroudy knits, it’s time to hit refresh and inject a little more colour into your wardrobe. Despite the changeable weather, spring offers an opportunity to inject your workwear with some fun so brighten up your mostly monochrome tailoring and don’t be afraid to experiment with standout silhouettes.

The white shirt

Ruffled Cotton Body, £59.99, mango.com

Every woman should own a white shirt; it’s timeless and versatile. But for the new season why not trade in your samey styles for something with a bit more personality. Try out different cuts – think collarless tunics and wrap arounds – or incorporate other trends like embellishment and embroidery into the mix.

While this ruffles option might not work in more conservative offices, the decorative detailing and puffed sleeves make it a standout piece for your a stylish new season wardrobe. We also love the fact that it’s a body meaning it would look great paired with everything from a midi skirt to tailored trousers.

Culottes

Tilda Paperbag Waist Trouser, £129, whistles.com

If you’re bored of wearing the same pair of black trousers everyday elevate the workwear staple by opting for a pair of cropped culottes instead. Not only will this free your legs from the shackle of ill fitting bottoms but on hot days that extra couple of inches will really work wonders when you step out in the breeze. For a statement trouser that’s not too outré, this paperbag pair from Whistles should do the trick. Pair with a silky blouse or a slim fit tee.

Sandals

Jewel Toecap Mary Janes, £35, topshop.com

One day it’s hot, the next it’s cold and rainy. Alas, footwear can be a tricky art to master during spring. That being said, accessories are a great way to experiment with colour and style, especially for the more professional-leaning dress code.

In a sea of boring black flats or all-white tennis shoes, a pair of sandals can really make your outfit standout so don’t be afraid to dress up your feet with soft, cheerful shades. Just be sure to opt for something comfortable like this pair of Topshop Mary Janes which are designed with a chunky block heel and sturdy straps. Perfect for the morning commute.

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