Has your work wardrobe fallen into a rut of blacks, beiges, navy and the occasional gold accessory? It can be difficult to be fashion-forward and still feel professional. Luckily, however, there are a host of options for ladies who want their 9-to-5 to be stylish without shocking their secretaries.
It’s not necessary to work in a ‘creative industry’ to be able to wear a little colour. Hilary Clinton and Angela Merkel love a dash of an exciting shade to liven up a pants suit, after all. And patterns can be sleek and chic as well. It’s all about working a traditional silhouette in an unexpected hue or print.
The rules: too bright can be distracting, colour blocking is only for the brave and experienced, and don’t pattern-clash. Pair one statement piece with less bold accessories and you’ll look chic without raising eyebrows. After all, isn’t it time you and your workwear stood out?