Working Overtime

Some wardrobe pieces seem to work just a little bit harder than others. They are the ones asked to do double duty—chic to the office and ready for anything that might come after. They are the items you repeatedly pull from your closet year in and year out that you know can handle that perfect balance of understated yet dressed up enough for an impromptu occasion. The ones that look right in a dive bar as much as they do at the venue with a red rope out front. So as parties and get togethers start to fill up your social calendar this busy time of year, make sure you are ready for anything and choose pieces that elevate your usual work look so you can seamlessly go from the office to the party—without having to don an ugly holiday sweater.

BODEN Velvet top in Espresso pairs back to denim as easily as it does with trousers or a skirt

VERONICA BEARD Drake Quilted Jacket makes even a tshirt and jeans look evening luxe

TUCKERNUCK Isle of Skye Plaid Odette Top is easily festive paired with denim or black pants

BODEN petal textured cropped jacket elevates high waisted wide leg denim, trousers, or a leather midi skirt

GapStudio‍ velvet bodysuit—so easy to wear under a blazer for work, on its own after hours

CAMI NYC Cheyenne high rise, cropped trousers with lace detail would look great with an ivory cashmere turtleneck, mules and a red lip

SIMKHAI Kenlie mock neck dress can be dressed down with boots and a chunky knit

BY MALENE BIRGER Diana blouse looks elevatated and festive—add some chunky gold earrings or oversized pearls

J.MCLAUGHLIN faux fur cape is so easy to throw over a blouse and jeans for instant glam with festive vibes

TORY BURCH knit jacket with chain detail gives just the right amount of shine

CAMI NYC velvet skirt with lace trim pairs perfectly with your favorite cashmere sweater

STEVE MADDEN pull out these Priya mules from your tote when the clock strikes 5pm.

H&M wide leg trouser in winter white is always chic—choose monochromatic and you are ready for any occasion

MILLY Short sleeve feather mock neck sweater cannot help but put a little party in your day but is easily toned down under a blazer

THE FRANKIE SHOP The Ginevra faux fur infinity scarf fancies up any look and keeps you toasty

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