Fall is the perfect season to add some new items to your wardrobe, especially when it comes to the pieces you’ll need professionally. I’m all for grabbing a broad assortment of staples that can be styled for the office as well as any other occasion. One retailer that I can always count on for that is Express. They always have affordable pieces that tread that line between professional and casual, which is ideal for your work style through the cooler months. No matter what your work situation looks like now, I’m sure you can use some new pieces to freshen up your professional autumnal attire. I recently grabbed some new things for myself and wanted to share the best workwear pieces you can buy now.

1. Smart Coat

Layering is key to staying cozy yet chic during the fall months, and a smart coat will easily allow you to achieve that. Whether you go with a menswear cut, a plaid print, or classic wrap silhouette, you’ll be set for the rest of the year. This Express camel coat is by far one of my favorite buys because it works with any outfit underneath.

2. Fall Sweater

While sweaters might be an obvious choice for the office, give up the traditional pullover and go for bold details that can double up as weekend wear. I have my eyes on puffed up sleeves, asymmetrical hems, and sweetheart necklines.

3. Updated Blazer

The polarizing weather presents the perfect excuse to shop for a variety of items that can be styled to suit the warm afternoons and chilly mornings. I can’t think of a better way to prepare for that than with an updated blazer. It’s the easiest way to elevate the simpler pieces in your wardrobe for work. Give your solid blazer a break and try one of Express’s plaid styles for a chic fall update.

4. Elevated Denim

Denim is a staple in every closet. My latest obsession is these coated jeans, which look like leather but feel way more comfortable. I’m also looking forward to experimenting more with straight leg cuts – they look so effortless with ankle booties. If you’re working in an office this fall, Express has a wide variety of polished denim that’s appropriate for casual Fridays.

5. Leather Pencil Skirt or Pants

Workwear doesn’t need to be boring. You can spice it up a little by wearing a vegan leather pencil skirt or pants. Team it with polished blouses or sweaters to create an instantly sophisticated look for the office. Not to mention, it looks great underneath your go-to fall coat or blazer.

6. One Piece Uniform

If you’re not a morning person, it really pays to stock up on easy dresses or jumpsuits that you can wear from your desk to drinks with ease. My favorite styles for fall are ribbed knit dresses, slip dresses, and even jumpsuits. They’re incredibly easy to layer with smart outerwear when the temperatures really drop.

7. Boots

Keep your outfits in line with the season by investing in a pair of boots. From pointed-toe styles to snakeskin prints and suede, structured booties are the perfect way to style a cooler and more comfortable outfit for the office – even if you’re answering calls from home.

xo, Maria

Outfit (1)

Express Camel Coat (wearing an XXS) | Express Black Sweater (wearing an XXS) | Express Black Coated Denim (wearing a 00S) | Express Black Booties

Outfit (2)

Express Ivory Coat (wearing an XXS) | Express White Sweater (wearing an XS) | Express White Booties | Express White Jeans (wearing a 00)

This post is sponsored by Express.

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