How to dress like a CEO on an intern’s budget
Every power woman needs a power outfit. Just because you don’t share a CEO’s salary doesn’t mean you can’t look just as good. Invest in a few classic, well-tailored pieces and you won’t just look powerful, you’ll feel it too.
1. A Sleek Blazer
A versatile blazer can be worn with trousers or jeans, a skirt or a dress, so choosing a classic shape will keep your power wardrobe working for you for longer.
-58%
Pinko
Alexia blazer - women - Elastane/Polyester/Viscose/Nylon/Acetate - 48 - Black
$235.00
$563.00
FARFETCH
-50%
TOMBOY
single-breasted blazer - women - Polyester/Polyester/Fabric - S - Neutrals
$249.00
$494.00
FARFETCH
-30%
-36%
Needles
butterfly-pattern single-breasted blazer - women - Polyester/Polyester - 2 - Purple
$375.00
$582.00
FARFETCH
-40%
Patrizia Pepe
zip-front jacket - women - Polyamide/Elastane - 0 - Blue
$330.00
$552.00
FARFETCH
-16%
-21%
Imperial
double-breasted satin-trimmed blazer - women - Polyester/Elastane - L - Brown
$159.00
$200.00
FARFETCH
2. Tailored Trousers
Whether you like to match the top to the bottom or mix it up, choose a well-cut trouser for your shape and you’re in business.
Les Tien
straight-leg track pants - Green
$245.00
Farfetch
Theory
cropped straight-leg trousers - Black
$456.00
Farfetch
3.1 Phillip Lim
straight-leg tailored trousers - Yellow
$495.00
Farfetch
Tommy Hilfiger
cropped straight-leg trousers - Neutrals
$194.00
Farfetch
Alysi
straight-leg tailored trousers - Black
$196.00
Farfetch
Ganni
floral-print straight-leg trousers - Brown
$185.00
Farfetch
LOFT
Straight Leg Corduroy Pants
$69.50
LOFT
Citizens Of Humanity
Brooke Cropped Cotton-blend Straight-leg Pants - Green - 25
$200.00
NET-A-PORTER
3. A Classic Top
A collared shirt or a clean tee, an understated top will keep your outfit strong when you go blazer-free.
Allsaints
Bernie Ambient Shirt Red
$180.00
AllSaints
Ami
Shirt With Buttoned Chest Pocket - White
$324.00
Farfetch
Equipment
SIGNATURE SHIRT by Equipment
$280.00
Equipment
Terry
Boxy Cotton Terry-toweling Shirt - Womens - Tan Brown
$190.00
MATCHES
Rebecca Minkoff
Nellie Shirt Blue
$178.00
Rebecca Minkoff
4. A Boss-Worthy Bag
Not just practical, the right bag will see your look through from day to night. No need to change – just throw in your phone and you’re ready to go.
Allsaints
Ada Leather Hobo Bag Black
$348.00
AllSaints
Rebecca Minkoff
Megan Tote
$198.00
Rebecca Minkoff
Allsaints
Alexandia Crocodile North South Leather Tote Bag Gray
$329.00
AllSaints
L'Intervalle
City Violet Croco
$168.00
L'intervalle
Allsaints
Avery Leather Shoulder Bag Black
$369.00
AllSaints
Rebecca Minkoff
Megan Satchel
$398.00
Rebecca Minkoff
L'Intervalle
City Khaki Croco
$168.00
L'intervalle
Rebecca Minkoff
Megan Satchel
$348.00
Rebecca Minkoff
5. Power Shoes
Finish off your power outfit with a shoe you feel comfortable in – sneakers or slingbacks, they’ve got to keep you going all day!
-10%
Vagabond
Piper block-heel open-toe sandals - women - Calf Leather/Rubber/Leather - 36 - Brown
$182.00
$203.00
FARFETCH
-42%
Michael Michael Kors
Elena leather sandals - women - Leather - 5.5 - Pink
$145.00
$250.00
FARFETCH
-25%
Guess Co
Keila 95mm leather sandals - women - Leather - 40 - Pink
$199.00
$265.00
FARFETCH
-35%
Alohas
Puffy sandals - women - Calf Leather - 38 - Pink
$145.00
$223.00
FARFETCH
-20%
Calvin Klein
95mm logo-plaque sandals - women - Leather - 38 - Neutrals
$184.00
$230.00
FARFETCH
-23%
Carrano
70mm leather sandals - women - Metallic Leather/Metallic Leather/Leather - 37 - Silver
$147.00
$190.00
FARFETCH
-61%
-65%
Studio Amelia
95mm leather sandals - women - Calf Leather/Calf Leather/Calf Leather - 37 - Pink
$197.00
$561.00
FARFETCH
