The summer holiday period are well and truly over with the focus now being on returning to work with the aim of continuously impressing ones managers and peers. One way to ensure you have full confidence in your work environment is to dress the part - think of your work clothes like a suit of armour that put you in the perfect frame of mind for any task that you are handed.
Some ideal fashion pieces for work success in 2009? The pencil skirt is a long-standing winner for work, additionally a pleated number will look similarly sleek. Team with blouses in either patterns or contrasting colours to ensure you get the attention you need.
Meanwhile, if looking for a new look entirely, harem pants are the way to go - though be sure to wear with attitude. The vest is also a old-school style that is being embraced in the modern age, wear even over a basic white t-shirt to look suitably polished. Finally be sure to team any of these items with bold accessories - a belt, be it wide or thin - will pull the look together, while a chic handbag and patent heels will finish off your work look beautifully.