Timeless and Tasteful
We don’t all have the luxury of spending an hour figuring out what to wear, especially if we’re heading to the office. When it feels like you’ve exhausted your options, it might be time to go back to the classics. Check out this list below for some simple outfit pairings that will still make you sparkle.
1. Blazer And Slip Dress
A cute option for the working professional and the professional partier, the blazer and slip dress combo is a great day-to-night option. For the day, wear a neutral shirt with a similar neckline in case you need to shed the blazer, but let those scandalous shoulders fly when the day is done.
2. Suit And Loafers
This power pairing never goes out of style. A matching suit with a basic t-shirt just makes your outfit look casual enough for a day out, especially when you take the blazer off. Match with your favorite loafers, and you’ll be classy and comfortable for the day ahead.
3. Button Up And Blue Jeans
Like the business casual powerhouse you are, a button-up and blue jeans are an incredibly versatile option for work or play. You can play with hemlines, jean cuts, and various accessories to attune this everyday outfit to your personal style.
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4. Minidress And Tall Boots
This stylish pairing is perfect for a dinner party or a night out. Wear a tighter dress with knee-high boots for a more polished look, or wear a floral dress and cowboy boots if you prefer the boho vibe.
5. Maxi Skirt and Slouchy Shirt
The ultimate comfort outfit for a day out in the sun. Maxi skirts are a great option for breathable wear, while still protecting you from the sun, and a half-hazardly tucked-in t-shirt will give you an aura of effortless beauty. In the cooler months, swap your t-shirt with a sweater, and pop on some wool tights.
6. Maxi Dress And Sneakers
A maxi dress will always feel a little bit dressed up, especially if you’re not heading to the beach. Pair them with sneakers, however, and you have a comfortable outfit for a day out with your friends. If you want to go the extra mile, pop on a baseball hat for added sun protection.
7. Blazer And Pencil Skirt
A staple for the working woman, a matching (or color-matching) jacket and skirt combo will make you the fashion icon of the office. If your job requires more formal wear, pair it with a button-up, or go with a blouse or shirt in a complementary color.
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8. Trench Coat And Ballet Flats
Trench coats can be quite overwhelming if you don’t know how to style them. If you’re looking for something casual, pair your coat with flats, jeans, and a knit top, and you’ll look positively Parisian.
9. Fitted shirt and wide-legged pants
We’re not talking JNCO jeans, but having your silhouette flair at the bottom does give the appearance of a smaller torso and longer legs. This combination is great for the professional world, but can also be tailored to a more casual look depending on the type of shirt you wear.
10. Vest And Wide-Legged Jeans
This western-inspired duo is a super cute way to layer without looking too formal. If you’re sensitive about your stomach region, a vest is a great way to wear something fitted to your waist without tucking in a shirt, and you can wear whatever patterns you prefer.
11. Little Black Dress With Accessories
The little black dress is a necessity in any and all wardrobes due to its versatility. You can glam it up with your best jewelry and highest heels, or dress it down with flats, sneakers, and an oversized t-shirt.
12. Denim Jacket And Midi Dress
For something casual and comfortable in cooler months, the denim and midi dress combination is a great option. It’s easy enough to throw on without putting too much time into your outfit pairings, but it looks good enough to make everyone think you’re a style icon.
13. Denim-On-Denim
The Canadian Tuxedo has made a reappearance in fashion of late, and it just works so well. Go monochromatic with a matching vest or jacket paired with jeans or a skirt, or find two washes of denim that go really well with one another. The safest way to achieve this look is to pair light or dark washes with white or black.
14. Graphic Tee, Blazer, And Jeans
A common fit for the everyday employee, you can wear this outfit to the office and then to the bar. This look works best if you’re comfortable, so it’s especially good to find jeans that fit your body type.
15. Monochromatic Outfit
Sometimes it just takes one color to create an eye-catching outfit pairing. Certain stores will sell tops and bottoms in the same colors for this very purpose, but even combining articles of clothing in the same color family will create a statement outfit without even trying.
16. Cardigan And Full Skirt
This modest look is a great way to look fashionable and stay warm in the winter. Reminiscent of the '50s “poodle skirt” silhouette, the cropped or French-tucked cardigan will lengthen your legs and make you cute to boot.
17. Black And White
Black and white outfits will always, always work. Black dress and white jacket? Yep. Black pants and a white shirt? You got it. Striped black and white shirt with a white skirt? Of course. Keeping a selection of black and white basics in your closet means you’ve always got an outfit on hand.
18. Linen On Linen
Linen on linen is a great way to keep cool in the summer, especially if you’re working in a professional setting. Pair a button-up with some straight-leg trousers, or a cropped tank with some wide-legged pants or a skirt. You’ll look like you came straight from the yacht.
19. Dress and A Leather Jacket
If you want to add some edge to your favorite sundress, a leather jacket is the way to go. Pair your dresses with a leather trench or cropped jacket to keep warm and look cool.
20. Sweater And Bike Shorts
Also known as the Princess Diana staple, this outfit is the perfect blend of sporty and casual. Pair an oversized crewneck with your favorite biker shorts, and top the look off with sneakers and sunglasses. You’ll look exactly like the people's princess.
