| Women are constantly shopping. It is estimated that | | | | many colors in the future. Also, look for one that fits |
| women spend more than 30% of their annual budget | | | | you well. Blazers worn with skirts should fit at or slightly |
| on clothing and related expenses. Some women | | | | below the waist. With pants, blazers can fall a bit |
| spend even more than this, although others may spend | | | | lower, but make sure that the blazer narrows in at |
| less. Stylists and TV fashion insiders are constantly | | | | your waist. Also, make sure that when you button the |
| advising women on what to buy and what to wear. | | | | blazer and sit down, it doesn't ride up on you. |
| So, what should you buy for your work wardrobe? | | | | 3. Dress pants: A nice pair of slacks or dress pants |
| What 5 items would work best in your closet so that | | | | are perfect for wearing to the office at all times. Make |
| you can mix and match them with all of the new | | | | sure you get a pair that is conservative - this means, |
| clothes that you purchase? Below are the top 5 | | | | do not go with one that is too trendy and has too |
| clothing items that you should have in your closet for | | | | many details or cuts funny on your body. Conservative |
| work. Buy these and all of the other new items that | | | | dress pants will be straight legged and fit you well, but |
| you buy will almost always match with something in | | | | not too tightly. For this, also choose a neutral color that |
| this list. | | | | will match with any tops. Also, try to choose one |
| 1. Skirt: A neutral colored skirt like a black or grey skirt | | | | where there are belt loops so you can add a belt with |
| is the perfect item to match any top. Pair this with a | | | | your outfit at any time. |
| smart pair of pumps and a button down fitted shirt and | | | | 4. Classic white top: A classic white button down top is |
| you have your perfect wear to work outfit. A neutral | | | | the perfect shirt to wear on any day for work. You |
| color will match anything whether you feel like wearing | | | | can match it with pants or a skirt and it will always look |
| a bright colored t-shirt or a more toned down sweater. | | | | conservative enough to wear to the office. You can |
| Also, a skirt makes everyone look smart and dressed | | | | wear it under any blazer and you can dress it up with |
| up. Make sure when you purchase a skirt that it fits | | | | colorful jewelry. The white top will never go out of |
| you well. If you are thin, a smart pencil skirt will look | | | | fashion so make sure you have at least one of these |
| great. If you are curvier, look for an A-line skirt that falls | | | | in your closet. |
| at or slightly above your knees. | | | | 5. Cashmere cardigan: Finally, the cashmere cardigan is |
| 2. Blazer: A blazer is a jacket that you should always | | | | key to ensuring that your wardrobe is complete. You |
| have for work. Putting on a blazer instantly dresses up | | | | can wear this on any cold winter, fall or spring day |
| any outfit and shows that you mean business. A | | | | over any article of clothing. It is not as formal as the |
| blazer can also cover up any fun top you are wearing | | | | blazer, but it is still very conservative looking. You can |
| to go out in after work. Additionally, you can button up | | | | wear it buttoned up or open over a white t-shirt or |
| the blazer to cover up anything that you wear | | | | white blouse. It is perfect for brightening up your |
| underneath. When looking for a blazer, look for one in | | | | wardrobe or toning it down over a fun dress. Start |
| a neutral color here as well. Black, tan, or grey will all | | | | with one in a neutral color like black, grey or white so |
| work as excellent choices for a blazer that will match | | | | that you can wear it more often. |