If you’re working in an office that requires more corporate and traditional attire, you may feel that your fashion credentials are stifled. It doesn’t have to be that way! Some of our favourite shows such as Suits & Scandal have shown us that corporate workwear can be uber high fashion. We bring you well cut and covetable corporate workwear that will empower you in the boardroom and is so chic it can be worn as sexy, alternative formal evening wear. Shop your way to being suited, booted and ready to take on the world!
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We love local label Raoul’s stunning and wearable tailoring. These crisp, white pants are perfect for Singapore’s humid climate: Acrylic and viscose tailored pants, $400 by Raoul from SheShops
For affordable yet unboring workwear, look no further than Korean curator Cool-Find: Cotton and polyester A-line skirt, $113.31 from Cool-Find K-Style
Navy refreshes a classic pant suit: Rayon and polyester suit set, $175.93 from Cool-Find K-Style
A linen blazer in a light colour is the perfect solution for formal workwear in Singapore’s weather: Linen and cotton blazer, $149.09 from Cool-Find K-Style
Racil’s more bling blazers have been seen on every stylish editor’s back in the Big Four fashion cities over the last few seasons. Her eponymous label’s name is the one to know in formalwear at the moment and the cut and fine Savile Row fabrics used speak for themselves.
Black wool cropped trousers, $709 by Racil from Avenue 32
If you want to work the flared trend: Wool flared trousers, $730 by Racil from Avenue 32
To be tucked in, or worn as a dress for weekend versatility: White cotton tuxedo shirt, $775 by Racil from Avenue 32
No formal suit list would be complete with a YSL suit: Saint Laurent Le Smoking jacket, satin and wool, $5,085 at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands store
Classic with a twist: Cotton overlapping back Oxford shirt, $129 by Cos, in stores at Ion Orchard and Raffles City
Channel Suits’ Jessica Pearson in the ultimate work dress: Crepe sheath dress with belt, $1370.03, Nordstrom Signature x Caroline Issa from Nordstrom
Every woman needs a classic goes-with-everything camisole: Polyester camisole with gold chain detailing, $59.90 from Zara online and stores nationwide
Looking for more ways to dress up your office attire? See the best new online workwear brands here and read about the new office friendly Singapore label which has popped up in Holland Village!