Heading Back to the Office? Make a Statement With These Wardrobe Staples

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If you've been working from home for the past few years, you've probably traded in your blouses and blazers for sweats and leggings. (We sure did!) But now, as many businesses call for a back-to-office plan, you need to start thinking about your wardrobe options. Luckily, we have you covered.

Below you'll find some office-ready essentials to have you walking back in those office doors in style. From light linen blazers to a breezy, feminine shirtdress, Italian wool Bermuda shorts, and beautiful accent jewelry, we have the tailored (yet effortless) pieces you need to open up your closet and feel excited about resuming office life.

Banana Republic Italian Twill Riding Jacket
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Banana Republic Italian Twill Riding Jacket

File this eye-catching blazer ($230) under equestrian-prep. With a notch lapel and princess seams, it's as flattering as it is stylish. Dress it up with a pair of slacks and a blouse, or down with a great pair of jeans. Whether your office is formal or casual, this piece delivers instant, office-appropriate glamor.

Banana Republic Ramie Popover Shirt Dress
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Banana Republic Ramie Popover Shirt Dress

Move over shift dresses of the past: This popover shirt dress ($140) offers all the practicality and versatility of a shift with breezy, feminine accents, like billowy sleeves and wide cuffs. Pair it with a leather belt, some fun earrings, and sandals for a desk-to-dinner ensemble you'll reach for again and again.

Banana Republic Double-Breasted Linen Blazer
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Banana Republic Double-Breasted Linen Blazer

Double-breasted blazers are having a moment and we are here for it. This stunning black number ($230) is meticulously crafted for summer with feathery light linen — but it'll still keep you covered for when that AC kicks on.

Banana Republic Aureus + Argent | Large Crescent Hoop Earrings
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Banana Republic Aureus + Argent | Large Crescent Hoop Earrings

Want to add a little glam to your office look? These sculptural bold hoops ($50) will do just that. Pop them on with a little dress and a blazer and you'll instantly look polished, professional, and ready for that upcoming office happy hour.

Banana Republic High-Rise Italian Wool Pant
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Banana Republic High-Rise Italian Wool Pant

Finally a smart pair of pants ($150) that are flattering, comfortable, and chic. We love the high-waist for tucking in blouses and the extra-long legs to accommodate some heels. Pair them with a sweater or a blazer for a put-together look that'll take you to the office, dinner, and anywhere in between.

Banana Republic Ramie Blouse
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Banana Republic Ramie Blouse

We've said it before and will say it again: There's nothing like a puff-sleeve to add some drama to a basic work outfit. This blouse ($90) has that and then some, with troca shell buttons and a high neckline. Made from ramie, which is a fiber similar to linen, it's breathable and light, making it a perfect standalone spring and summertime top — or an under-layer for cooler months.

Banana Republic Italian Wool Bermuda Shorts
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Banana Republic Italian Wool Bermuda Shorts

For the warmer weather, a pair of Bermuda shorts ($90) is essential, offering office-appropriate structure with breathing room for your legs. We love this pair, especially in red sunset, with its pleated fronts and matching belt. Sure they're perfect for an office setting with a blouse and a blazer, but they'd be just as lovely for a night out — paired with a silk cami and heels.

Banana Republic Cotton Cableknit Sweater
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Banana Republic Cotton Cableknit Sweater

No matter what season it is, it's a universal truth that offices get chilly. Combat the cold by keeping this lovely, luxurious cableknit sweater ($160) draped over your chair. It would look equally as professional over a shift as it would a pair of chinos. In fact, maybe you should get it in cream and blue. Just in case you want one at home too.