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Office Chic: 6 Work Wardrobe Must-Haves

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Every working woman has her go-tos when it comes to dressing the power-player part -- crisp white shirts, black pumps, sleek pencil skirts and tailored trousers and blazers. All these pieces are definitely ones to keep and wear forever, but there's also no harm in giving that uniform a jolt of personality. We're talking about updates to your everyday ensemble that'll up your cool-factor while maintaining a professional and sophisticated style.

Take a look through the gallery below for a few tips on how to rework your office attire.

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Updated Options For Your Nine To Five

Joe Fresh Python Print Blouse, $29(01 of06)

Button up your look with a brightly colored blouse. This yellow python print will add an edge to your black pencil skirt or matte trouser. Joe Fresh

Marc by Marc Jacobs "Ladies Henry" Watch, $200(02 of06)

Trade in boring metal jewelry for chic rose gold, and wear it on a menswear-inspired watch for a fun twist on a classic timepiece. Shopbop

Topshop Co-ord Tropical Floral Blazer, $130 (03 of06)

Don't be afraid to sport a painterly print. Wearing a structured, tailored blazer with a clever print is a great way to incorporate the trend into your workwear wardrobe. Topshop

DVF "Harper Connect" Leather Bag, $695(04 of06)

At first glance this may look like a normal handbag, but there's a hidden iPad compartment perfect for working on the go. Wear this, or even an oversized clutch, to carry your tech gear in the coolest of ways. Diane Von Furstenberg

Mango Tail Hem Pleated Skirt, $50(05 of06)

Skip the straight-cut skirts and try something with pleats and a tail hem. The length is office-appropriate, but the look's much more unique. Mango

YSL "Cardinal" Heel, $1,695(06 of06)

Swap the plain black pump for one with some serious hardware. Even a pair that's got a metallic cap-toe is a smart, not too over-the top option for nine to five footwear. Barneys New York

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