I’m a bit out of practice when it comes to dressing up for the office, but I’m starting to think about spring work outfits. When getting dressed for work, I like to have outfit formulas so that it’s easy to remain stress-free when I’m getting ready in the mornings. My go-to looks include my trusty wardrobe staples, such as tailored suiting, sleeveless turtlenecks, and blazers.
To get fresh ideas for spring work outfits to wear this season, I turned to the members of the fashion set, who are putting some cool spins on my favorite staples. With unexpected pops of color, tonal looks, and personal spins on the most talked-about runway looks from the spring/summer 2022 collections, I feel inspired to refresh my standby looks. Here, see 10 fresh ways to get dressed for work if you also feel like you could use some inspiration.
One of the running themes in updated workwear? Add some color. It doesn’t need to be a head-to-toe hue, and in fact, I think adding a pair of colorful shoes is a great way to pull this off.
Such a great wide-leg cut.
Invest in a pair of orange heels.
If you’re going for a look that is sleek and polished with a dose of ’90s inspiration, you’ll want to try pairing a sleeveless turtleneck with trousers. What’s great is that it’s such a foundational outfit, so you can easily add layers if you need to.
This is sitting in my cart right now.
Bring on the low-rise pants.
Leave it to Who What Wear assistant editor Yusra Siddiqui to come up with the coolest spin on the viral Miu Miu S/S 22 runway look. There are so many ways to interpret it for a spring work outfit.
A cult buy for spring.
Khakis are making a comeback.
When in doubt, always go for a tonal look if you’re trying to infuse some color into your wardrobe. I love the pairing of soft shades here, which have an ’80s throwback feel.
Everyone raves about these Nordstrom button-downs.
How pretty is this color?
Speaking of color, here’s another way to wear it. Stick to a base of all-black pieces, then add a blazer in a seriously shocking shade like orange or yellow.
Crayola colors are taking over for spring.
To pair with heels.
If you want to opt for a dress, tap into one of the biggest trends from the spring 2022 collections, maxi hemlines. Then, simply add a great pair of heels and a polished bag.
Totême has mastered modern minimalism.
So gorgeous.
Yet another take on the maxi trend, this look pairs a sweater in a pretty shade of purple with a maxi skirt. This feels so fresh for spring.
Don’t sleep on this H&M find.
The most beautiful piece from Nanushka.
Never underestimate the power of a great tailored jacket. It’s a piece that instantly pulls together any look and is perfect for the office.
A.W.A.K.E. Mode has the most stunning tailored jackets on the market.
A closet staple.
A button-down will take you far, whether you’re dressing for work or not. For the office, simply style one with straight-leg pants, a belt, and a great pair of flats or boots.
This also comes in other shades.
Add these to your work capsule wardrobe.
If you’re wearing jeans to the office, elevate them with a sharply cut jacket, then add a pair of boots or heels.
