No one has the luxury to stand in front of their wardrobe for an hour to choose their OOTD (Outfit of the Day). Office wear needs to be easy, stylish and comfortable. Gone are the days when women had to wear uncomfortable pantsuits or those awful skirt suits to work. ‘Business casual’ now means a huge range of options. From pencil skirts, to silky blouses, and even jeans. Getting ready in the morning needs to be time-efficient, and you need to own key stylish classics and have a good instinct for putting pieces together in a simple yet eye-catching way.

Here are 4 versatile ways to instantly add some polish to your office ensemble.

1. The structured work bag

The best things about this bag? The space, the pockets and the hard structure. The Sofia Rainbow bag is the updated version of the iconic bestseller from Salvatore Ferragamo back in 2009. It’s a bit of a splurge, but it’s a perfect all-day, everyday bag and will add femininity and elegance to any outfit that it’s paired with.

Tip: It’s always better to choose a hard exterior as an office bag, since a slouchy bag gives a very casual feel.

Price: Dh7,500 from Salvatore Ferragamo

2. A perfect black blazer

Although a blazer may feel a little more on the formal side, every woman needs at least one flattering blazer that works well on her body. Wear it with a plain white T-shirt and jeans, wear it with a shift dress, wear it with almost anything and it adds something special to the outfit. If there’s one thing you are going to invest in, it should be this versatile piece. This Miss Selfridge petite ruched sleeve piece is our pick for a great and well-tailored blazer.

Price: Dh220 from Namshi

3. A stylish and comfortable heel

A low heel can still be stylish. The velvet trend has already permeated the wardrobes of Dubai’s ‘It Girls’, proving to be a favourite for a night out. This Shoe Mart heel is slightly more understated, making it a great piece for an office environment. The best part about this shoe is that it transitions perfectly for the after-work happy hour.

Price: Dh139 from Shoe Mart

4. Not your typical shift dress

Our theme of style and comfort continues with this gorgeous patchwork midi dress. The round neckline and drop sleeves make it a little more casual and easy to wear in the office without being too business-formal. The featured detail on the front and the black aspects of the dress make it super slimming and flattering on any body shape. And it’s on sale right now!

Price: Dh199 from Zara