Dressing for the office is a headache for practically every woman, with dress codes ranging from the super-strict to the free and easy. How do you keep on-tone while dressing for comfort and staying true to your style? The golden rule is to pick looks that make you feel beautiful, capable, and comfy. Stick to timeless classics you can mix and match with trend-led pieces, avoid synthetic fabrics that lose their shape over time, and have fun with contrast.

This officewear staple doesn?t have to be white and preppy. You can get away with bright bold shades and prints on cotton and silk styles, and experiment with loose fits and deconstructed cuts! We love over-sized colorful cotton poplin paired with straight-leg pants and heeled sandals for a fresh, feminine feel. A classic men?s shirt complete with standard stripes, a buttoned collar and over-sized fit works wonders paired with off-beat silk Bermuda shorts to make a statement.

Choose a single color and play around with different shades for an instant fashion upgrade: pick the right hue for your skin tone and mix and match different styles. Anything goes, as long as you stick to the same color throughout. Go for baggy, loose fits to ramp up the uniform feel, and elevate your look with heeled shoes in a completely different color. Head-to-toe color blocking makes a statement for sure, but it can also lift your mood and sharpen your look.

Suit pants made their big comeback a few seasons ago, and they?re still going strong. Depending on your vibe, work them into a head-to-toe look or use your two-piece for several different outfits. Two ideas to get you started: Palazzo-style suit pants with heeled ankle boots and a colorful silk shirt for a head-turning ?70s vibe; and a double-breasted jacket paired with a flowing midi skirt in a vibrant color, finished off with slingbacks. Style tip: make sure the jacket is roomy and belted in.