The Workwear Edit is a considered selection for women who want to feel polished through the working day while keeping their own sense of style. With 11 pieces from GERARD DAREL, ETOILE BY ISABEL MARANT, DIEGA, MARIA DE LA ORDEN, LABO ART, LEON & HARPER and LAB DIP, it brings together a range of perspectives on dressing for work: relaxed, assured and easy to make your own. These are clothes to reach for when a meeting, a commute or a full day of plans calls for a little structure, without asking you to set aside comfort or individuality.
Build a working wardrobe around versatile separates. A well-cut jacket can give a simple top and trousers a more composed finish; a shirt offers an easy starting point for both tailored and softer combinations. Straight or gently relaxed trousers work across different settings, while a skirt or dress can make getting ready feel especially straightforward. The edit brings together the kinds of pieces that can be worn together or mixed into an existing wardrobe, so one considered purchase can create more than one outfit. Look for clean lines and thoughtful details that feel smart without appearing overly formal.
For fabric and fit, think in terms of balance: a sharper silhouette alongside a softer layer, or a neat shape with room to move. Tailoring can add definition through the shoulders or waist, while a more relaxed cut makes long hours feel easier. Choose pieces that sit comfortably when you are seated, walking or layering, and pay attention to how a jacket falls over a shirt or how trousers meet your shoes. A crisp shirt under a jacket gives a familiar workwear combination; worn open over a simple top, it feels more casual. Keep the palette cohesive, then use texture, proportion or a distinctive detail to bring personality.
These pieces are easy to style for different kinds of days. For a more formal setting, pair a jacket with matching or complementary trousers and a clean, understated top; finish with polished flats or a low heel. In a creative office, try relaxed tailoring with a fine knit, a printed layer or a skirt, keeping the rest of the look simple. For a day that moves from work to dinner, swap a structured layer for a softer one, or add jewellery and a change of shoes. Separates also make repeat wear feel fresh: wear the same trousers with a shirt one day and a knit the next, or bring a jacket into a weekend outfit with denim.
The Workwear Edit works throughout the year, with layering making it especially adaptable as temperatures shift. In warmer months, wear lighter-looking separates on their own and keep an extra layer nearby for air-conditioned interiors. When the weather cools, add a knit beneath a jacket, or combine shirts and tailoring with a coat. Choose layers that sit comfortably together rather than adding bulk, and let the pieces serve beyond office hours: a jacket can sharpen a casual look, while an easy shirt or pair of trousers can travel into the weekend. The result is a wardrobe that feels practical for the calendar and personal to the way you dress.
