The holidays are officially over, so it’s time to put on real pants for the first time in weeks and head back into the office. I know, it’s not a particularly inviting task, but there is a proven way to make getting dressed for work a bit more fun: shopping.
New year, new work wardrobe—and Nordstrom has everything you need. Thanks to their famously expansive inventory, the retailer will single-handedly make you feel excited to get dressed (for real) again.
Among the new-in finds on its virtual shelves sit all the trappings of a CEO’s wardrobe, just waiting to be utilized. Shop new-in professional styles that will inspire you to perform your best. Brands like Madewell, Open Edit, and ASTR the Label are masters at making polished staples at affordable prices. Ahead, shop the retailer’s best mix of blazers, blouses, skirts, trousers, laptop bags, and winter jackets—plus, all the chicest accessories to match.
Shop These Stylish Workwear Picks at Nordstrom
Longchamp
Large Le Pliage Tote
Open Edit
High Neck Chiffon Top
This chiffon blouse looks like a runway pull, but for under $100.
Dolce Vita
Relan Mary Jane Ballet Flat
Inject a bit of personality into your professional wardrobe with these studded ballet flats.
Open Edit
The Curator Relaxed Blazer
A plain black suit will never go out of style, but there’s just something about a chocolate brown iteration that feels so expensive.
Madewell
The Genuine Calf Hair Mini Crossbody Bag
The next time you’re feeling bored of your closet, reach for this bold bag. It’ll make any look exciting.
Open Edit
Tweed Miniskirt
A tweed skirt for only $60? So chic.
Caslon
Leather Moto Jacket
If you walked into my office wearing this, I’d give you a raise on the spot.
ASTR the Label
Split Front Bow Top
Bowmania round two, anyone?
City Blues
Asymmetrical Hem Faux Suede Midi Skirt
My New Year’s resolution is to work more suede into my wardrobe. This asymmetrical skirt is a great place to start.
Open Edit
Corset Blazer Minidress
File under: non-boring blazers.
Børn
Sigge Lug Sole Loafer
I love loafers more than the average person, but they can easily start looking beat-up. Trade out your old pair for these glossy lug-sole beauties.
Madewell
The Darted Barrel Leg Jean
You’ll have to actively stop yourself from wearing these pants every single week. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Madewell
Stripe Alpaca Blend Sweater
Adding this striped sweater to my own shopping list as we speak.
Joe’s
Lyra Slim Ankle Faux Leather Pants
Worn with a blouse and loafers, leather pants can absolutely pass as workwear. Just FYI!
Open Edit
Waist Tie Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Thanks to Nordstrom, you’ll never have to wear a boring button-down ever again.
Madewell
The Lexie Ankle Bootie
Just picture these beauties with a floaty skirt and cashmere sweater. They pretty much sell themselves.
Madewell
Cloudsoft Drop Shoulder Sweater
Cherry red is a winter neutral, I don’t make the rules.
Beyond Yoga
Status Trousers
If any brand can make work trousers that feel like leggings, it’s Beyond Yoga.
Caslon
Casual Gauze Button-Up Shirt
Much like a classic white button-down, a pink striped button-down is a requirement in any well-rounded professional wardrobe.
Madewell
Bubble Faux Fur Bomber Jacket
Pea coats aren’t the only professional jacket option on the market. A fur coat works just as well.
Circus NY by Sam Edelman
Zuri Ballet Flat
You really can never have too many plain black flats.
Caslon
Crewneck Wool Blend Cardigan
This fitted cashmere cardigan is a basic that’s absolutely worth investing in.
Madewell
The Mylie Large Shoulder Bag
There’s nothing better than a trendy work bag with room for a laptop, am I right?
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