After years of working from home, many companies are beginning to require employees to return to the office. Dressing for a professional environment can be intimidating, especially if it’s been a while—but it doesn’t have to be.
From Amazon’s range of blazers to flattering Spanx trousers, we’ve found eight business-casual pieces to incorporate style into your work day. Explore shirts, dresses, pants, sneakers, loafers and more styles to help you look polished all week long, with prices starting at $69.
The best business casual pieces for fall
- Astr the Label Crop Polo Sweater, HRK 69; nordstrom.com
- Drop Wrap Blazer With Belt Front, $80; amazon.com
- Madewell Easy Button Up Y-neck T-shirt, $85, madewell.com
- J.Crew Amelia Popover shirt dress, HRK 148; jcrew.com
- Kate Spade lift sneakers, HRK 148; katespade.com
- Drop Blake long jacket, HRK 75; amazon.com
- Spanx Tapered Ankle Pants, $69 (orig. $148); spanx.com
- Coach Natalie Loafer, HRK 195; zappos.com
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Astr the Label Crop Polo Pullover
Nordstrom
$69 at Nordstrom
This polo sweater from Nordstrom features long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, a flared V-neckline, and a ribbed cropped hem with bands. It has a slightly relaxed, oversized fit and is designed in a neutral sand shade — but you can also choose this jumper in natural or heather grey.
Spanx Tapered Ankle Pants
SPANX
$148 $69 at Spanx
Achieve a sophisticated silhouette while staying comfortable in these Spanx tapered ankle pants, made from lightweight, machine-washable crepe fabric. They feature an easy-on elasticated waistband, a two-button front, bulk-free corner pockets and a satin interior that’s smooth on the skin. These pants are available in sizes XS–3X, including petite and tall with an inseam, and the black colorway is now 53 percent off.
Kelly Clarkson, Nicole Kidman and other celebrities wear polished dresses with this autumn detail
Trainer Natalie Loafer
Zappos
$195 at Zappos
Wear these Zappos Coach Loafers any day of the week. They feature a round toe, “C” logo vamp, suede upper and a chunky, flared 2 1/4 inch heel. These heeled loafers come in sizes 5 to 11 and also feature a leather lining, sole and a neutral color that’s easy to style. One customer raved that they “love these loafers,” adding that they are “very versatile.”
Reboot your Monday-Friday outfit with these business wardrobe finds, and check out more of our favorite picks below.
Wrap jacket with a belt in the front
Amazon
$80 on Amazon
Madewell Easy Button Up Y-neck T-shirt
Madewell
$85 at Madewell.com
J.Crew Amelia Popover Shirt Dress
J.Crew
$148 at Jcrew.com
Kate Spade lift sneakers
cate fall
$148 at Katespade.com
Drop Blake long jacket
Amazon
$75 on Amazon
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Source: HIS Education