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What to Wear to Work: These Are the 10 Office-Clothes Staples You Need

Wondering what to wear to work? Hemlines yo-yo and shoe trends are fleeting, so stock your closet with office clothes essentials that never go out of style (11 Photos)

Lauren Bernstein on Apr 9, 2013 at 10:21AM

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What to Wear to Work: These Are the 10 Office-Clothes Staples You Need

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The Gray Cardigan

Gray is here to stay — in 50 shades and beyond. The perfect neutral to top off an outfit of any color, a gray cardigan like this version from by Danish designer Noa Noa is a more interesting layering piece than basic black. Keep the staple on the back of your desk chair for unexpectedly chilly days, and invest in quality cashmere that will last — you’ll be wearing this piece a lot!

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Wondering what to wear to work? Hemlines yo-yo and shoe trends are fleeting, so stock your closet with office clothes essentials that never go out of style