{"id":97893,"date":"2016-03-29T11:45:05","date_gmt":"2016-03-29T16:45:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=97893"},"modified":"2025-10-18T10:00:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T16:00:34","slug":"workwear-office-separates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/workwear-office-separates\/","title":{"rendered":"Workwear: 5 on-trend garments for the office"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t like to read? <a href=\"#workwearvideo\">Watch the workwear video instead<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not just weekend wear that needs an update with the change in season.&nbsp; Workwear garments, those daily drivers, also require a little freshening to better suit spring&#8217;s warming temps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the best choices are those that offer myriad possibilities. The picks we&#8217;re after are thoughtfully designed staples that show up well for meetings and make a seamless transition to date night. They can also make weekend appearances, albeit with a few adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are our top five double-duty pieces that are right on-trend this spring \u2014 and perfect for powering through the workday in comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The shirtdress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"294\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shirt-dress-workwear-294x450.jpg\" alt=\"Blue and white striped shirt dress for the office \" class=\"wp-image-125671\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shirt-dress-workwear-294x450.jpg 294w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shirt-dress-workwear-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shirt-dress-workwear.jpg 736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everlane.com\/products\/womens-cotton-collarless-belted-shirt-dress-navy-whitepinpoint?collection=dresses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Cotton Collarless Belted Shirtdress, $75, Everlane<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g id=\"wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\" fill=\"none\" clip-path=\"url(#clip0_31_188)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M9.16724 14.8891L20.1672 3.88908\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M13.4497 3.53554L20.5208 3.53554L20.5208 10.6066\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M17.5 13.5L17.5 16.26C17.5 17.4179 17.5 17.9968 17.2675 18.4359C17.0799 18.7902 16.7902 19.0799 16.4359 19.2675C15.9968 19.5 15.4179 19.5 14.26 19.5L7.74 19.5C6.58213 19.5 6.0032 19.5 5.56414 19.2675C5.20983 19.0799 4.92007 18.7902 4.73247 18.4359C4.5 17.9968 4.5 17.4179 4.5 16.26L4.5 9.74C4.5 8.58213 4.5 8.0032 4.73247 7.56414C4.92007 7.20983 5.20982 6.92007 5.56414 6.73247C6.0032 6.5 6.58213 6.5 7.74 6.5L11 6.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        <\/g>\r\n                        <defs>\r\n                            <clipPath id=\"clip0_31_188\">\r\n                                <rect fill=\"white\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\/>\r\n                            <\/clipPath>\r\n                        <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleek stripes are a springtime standard, and on this polished <a href=\"https:\/\/www.everlane.com\/products\/womens-cotton-collarless-belted-shirt-dress-navy-whitepinpoint?collection=dresses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shirtdress from Everlane<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($75), they add a certain classic appeal. You can easily move this through your wardrobe for nearly any occasion. Head to work in a pair of pumps, or slip on sneakers and a light jacket for weekend fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The blouse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dainty blouse doesn&#8217;t have to be prim. Stretch your creativity by mixing and matching that sweet topper with casual separates \u2014 it&#8217;s possible to create chic looks for the office or for brunch or for fun with your gal pals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"1128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/dainty-blouse-workwear.jpg\" alt=\"White blouse with black tie at neck\" class=\"wp-image-125673\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/dainty-blouse-workwear.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/dainty-blouse-workwear-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/dainty-blouse-workwear-294x450.jpg 294w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption>Cr\u00eaped Blouse with Ties, $34.99, H&amp;M<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.hm.com\/en_us\/productpage.0716550001.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">creped blouse from H&amp;M<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($34.99) makes its mark with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/tie-neck-blouses\/\">strong black tie<\/a> over a keyhole neckline. It\u2019s perfect with your favorite black work pants or with jeans and flats for a casually polished look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The blazer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We love that plaid continues its on-trend hot streak in 2019. The revered check print has found its way onto everything from handbags to cropped pants to blazers. We\u2019re partial to the plaid blazer for its ability to fit nicely into your existing wardrobe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"294\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/plaid-blazer-workwear-294x450.jpg\" alt=\"Check blazer from Zara\" class=\"wp-image-125674\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/plaid-blazer-workwear-294x450.jpg 294w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/plaid-blazer-workwear-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/plaid-blazer-workwear.jpg 736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><figcaption>Plaid Blazer, $69.90, Zara<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zara.com\/us\/en\/plaid-blazer-p07901033.html?v1=8100645&amp;v2=1180464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">version from Zara<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($69.90) is a powerful partner for a sleek pencil skirt, a blouse, and pumps. Or, team it with a black sheath dress and platform sandals for a punky-funk touch (nineties, anyone?).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The jumpsuit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Still? You might wonder when exactly the jumpsuit will tuck itself back into the annals of fashion history. As of now, it\u2019s still very much a part of the here and now, thank you very much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"1128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/jumpsuit-workwear.jpg\" alt=\"Olive green jumpsuit\" class=\"wp-image-125675\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/jumpsuit-workwear.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/jumpsuit-workwear-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/jumpsuit-workwear-294x450.jpg 294w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/on670sl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Melloday Zip Front Jumpsuit, $36.97, Nordstrom Rack<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the jumpsuit work this season \u2014 and at the office \u2014 you\u2019ll need to seek out a utility-style number that\u2019s a little more reserved than dressy. This one from <a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/on670sl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Melloday<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($36.97) is available in a few colors and is super easy to accessorize. The sleek zip front adds a classy finishing touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. The snake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Move over leopard, there&#8217;s a new print in town. Snake prints are relatively timeless, but this year they make their mark in a far more versatile way. You can easily sport the vivacious pattern at the office, provided you show up in a silhouette that&#8217;s corporate-friendly (translate: no bodycon or thigh-high slits). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"1128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/snake-dress-workwear.jpg\" alt=\"Snake print dress\" class=\"wp-image-125676\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/snake-dress-workwear.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/snake-dress-workwear-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/snake-dress-workwear-294x450.jpg 294w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption>Gray Snake Print Plisse Belted Midi Dress, $25, Missguided <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This grey, belted midi dress from Missguided ($25) fits the bill, and definitely adds to your power wardrobe. Wear it with a blazer and pumps to the office. Then, pull your hair up in a messy bun and switch to sexy, strappy shoes and a crop jacket for date night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This post about on-trend workwear was rewritten in February, 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"workwearvideo\">Workwear: The video <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"z8anj1caczibqo8yirwt\" data-volume=\"70\" data-ratio=\"16:9\"><\/div>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/video.mediavine.com\/videos\/z8anj1caczibqo8yirwt.js\"><\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don&#8217;t like to read? Watch the workwear video instead. It&#8217;s not just weekend wear that needs an update with the change in season.&nbsp; Workwear garments, those daily drivers, also require a little freshening to better suit spring&#8217;s warming temps. And the best choices are those that offer myriad possibilities. 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