With the Christmas season long gone, back to work starts with a bump. One way to banish the January blues (even if it's just for a moment) is to refresh your wardrobe with some fabulous workwear staples. Liven up your workwear with some classic pieces - and they needn't be boring or straight-laced. Think pastels for the spring, and lots of different textures – who's to say the New Year should start with a bang? Every office gal knows there are a collection of items that will take you from desk to doorstep in the most stylish of ways. A pencil skirt, a selection of work-friendly (but still beyond fabulous) shoes and of course - a show-stopping piece of arm candy is all you need to transform your look (and state of mind) ready for the exiting new year ahead! We've rounded up some amazing items that will have you standing out in your appraisal and beyond…
Yellow knit, £45, & Other Stories
Polka-dots are always on trend – and a light spotted top is the perfect item to pare with a multitude of separates – including trousers and skirts. This monochrome design from Peacocks won't break the bank and has a simple loose fit.
Spotted top, £18, Peacocks
A wrap skirt is a great item to team with a simple knit, and it won’t make you feel squashed in if you’ve had a large lunch! This stunning wrap skirt from ZARA comes in last year's hit print – Prince of Wales check and we love the statement buttons
Skirt, £49.99 ZARA
Now we are heading into spring (hello Easter bank holiday) there is nothing like a bouncy green shade to get you in the mood for the warmer months. These tassel mules from Topshop are made in an office-friendly kitten heel that won't pain your feet when you take the stairs up to the top floor.
Mules, £39, Topshop
Just the sight of these incredible blue and burgundy statement stripes makes us smile – so imagine rocking this look on a dreary Monday morning? This H&M dress not only boasts a bright finish but the relaxed fit would hide a multitude of sins after an indulgent weekend.
Dress, £39.99, H&M
Tassel earrings are refusing to depart from the catwalks and we are so pleased. Not only do they transform our messy buns, but they give every outfit a fashion-forward edge and means we can leave all other jewellery at home - letting our ears do the talking...
£8.50, Miss Selfridge
Leopard print is the ultimate office chic kinda vibe - showing all your co-workers you are professional, yet you mean business - Roar! These fabulous high heel shoes are by Daniel Footwear and boast a foot-flattering pointed toe, and just the right amount of height with its skinny heel.
Leopard heels, £119 DANIEL
A leather jacket with a difference – this bubble-gum pink, boxy-fit jacket will have you channelling your inner Elle Woods from Legally Blonde. The structured pockets and hand-tied waist belt gives it an elegant edge.
£535, Ganni @ Coggles
Remember back in the day, when you were excited to get a backpack in September ready for the new term? The feeling hasn't changed much - once you enter the adult world of work the notion is still the same! The Gucci Brocade backpack is made in a luxurious metallic fabric, complete with bold straps and is totally savvy – plus it will fit in your lunch, change of clothes, and of course - state-of-the-art stationary.
Backpack, £1210, Gucci