5 office looks to be ready in under 10 minutes
Start the countdown! If you’re anything like us, morning routines are a race-against time to fit in snoozed alarms, lightning-quick showers and a quickly eaten breakfast bar… it doesn’t leave much time for choosing stylish office workwear.
So if you’re one of those chronically late people – it’s time to read our guide to five super-quick yet super-stylish office looks that will have you out the door in no time.
OOTD 1: Blazer and skirt
A simple yet effective combination? Blazer + t-shirt + skirt. We love this season’s chequered styles, and it doesn’t even matter if you mix up the checks – it’s all the more fashion!
Off-white
Patchwork Denim and Plaid Skirt - Multicolor
$453.85
Italist
Guest In Residence
Fringe Plaid Mini Skirt
$225.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Dolce & Gabbana
Tartan Tweed High-Waist Skirt - Burgundy Multi
$383.47
Italist
Akris
Plaid Lightweight Wool Blend Shelley Midi Skirt Blue
$895.00
Bergdorf Goodman
OOTD 2: Mini Dress + Knee-High Boots
Stuck in a sartorial rut? Look no further than a trust knee-high boots and mini dress combo to spice up your mid-week wardrobe.
Ganni
Studded Lug-Sole Boot - Black
$496.79
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Floral Printed Rubber Boots - Red
$311.45
Italist
Schutz
Maryana Snake-Print Leather Knee Boots Black
$298.00
Neiman Marcus
OOTD 3: Pattern pants
A bit of print can transform your everyday black office trousers into something far more fashionable. Go for a bold pair of trousers in a floral or plaid print to really make a statement.
Max Mara
Timec Trousers - Purple
$324.55
Italist
Max Mara
Timec Trousers - Yellow
$324.55
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Polka Dot Virgin Wool Trousers - Black
$318.00
Italist
Palm Angels
Cotton Trousers - Pink
$277.27
Italist
OOTD 4: Layer a dress
Out with the old, in with the bold. Switch up your tried-and-true office look and play with layering your favourite dress with a pair of trousers.
Ermanno Scervino
Cotton Regular Fit Trousers - White
$187.06
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Mid-Waist Tapered Wool Trousers - White
$350.74
Italist
Just Cavalli
Low Waist Skinny Trousers - Cream White
$135.67
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Green Leaf-Print Viscose Trousers - White
$334.37
Italist
OOTD 5: Play with prep
Look, we’ll admit it, we can’t get enough of preppy fashion. If classic Americana is up your alley, try this outfit on for size.
Max Mara
MXMRIO Trousers - Green
$559.62
Italist
Sportmax
Siamese wide-leg jeans Brown
$465.00
Mytheresa
True Royal
Virgin Wool Trousers - Olive Brown
$255.82
Italist
True Royal
Cotton Tailored Trousers - Olive Brown
$273.94
Italist