While most of us traded our business attire for the more relaxed sports-luxe look last year, solid wardrobe essentials are forever. The reliable essentials are timeless, from a well-cut shirt to a tailored jacket, and classic pants. Here's how to segue from your working-at-home routine to getting back into the business. By Louise Hilsz.
Shirt
New Zealand brand French and Freddie pride themselves in making tailored high-quality shirts. Our pick from the carefully curated range is the Mana Business shirt. In a range of colours, this is the go-to for business or pleasure.
French & Freddie Mana Business Shirt, $299.
Cross Body Bag
Once you discover how versatile a cross-body bag is to wear you will be hooked forever. This is an investment item, so splurge on the best quality you can afford because you will be wearing it for the next decade.
Our pick Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Monogram, $3900.
Classic black pant
Tailored or loose-fitting, black pant will take to you anywhere. From weekend-chic to formal function. This season the style choice is endless, all you need to do is find your perfect fit.
Trelise Cooper Lickety Split Pant, $149. Maggie Marilyn Lead with Love Trouser, $350. Harris Tapper Marta Trouser, $359. Gregory Niva Pant, $329.
Blazer
If you are wanting to dress to impress, a well-cut blazer is a girl’s best friend. It will take you from the boardroom to a bar. Worn with casual jeans or finish that classic look of suiting with a black pant. Go for the best you can afford, it will be in your wardrobe for years to come.
Our pick Vanessa Bruno Roxi DB jacket, $898, from Workshop.
Shoes
Everyday flats are back - we hear you, comfort and style. Whether it be a sneaker, a slide or maybe a boot. Our style director is across the best, here’s her pick of what to buy to keep your feet feeling and looking their best.
Mi Piaci Nora Boot, $380. Puma Mayze Lth Sneaker, $180. Twoobs The OG Reese Wither-Spice Sandal, $100. Kathryn Wilson Shandre Loafer, $259.
Knitwear
There is nothing more tempting than a cosy, chic knit in winter. It pairs perfectly with leggings or black pants – if like us, you have a knitwear addiction right now, you’ll be glad to know there’s a smorgasbord of epic options in stores now.
St. Agni Jorn Fisherman Knit, $430.
Accessories
Lastly, add a touch of luxe to your look with a luxe-y accessory. Invest in the best and it will be in our wardrobe for years to come.
Zoe & Morgan You Are My Sunshine Earrings, $500. Ciara Silke Brooklyn Daisy Scarf, $220. Bottega Veneta 1004 sunglasses, $745. Rolex GMT-Master II, $POA.