Forget the nightmare of unflattering stretch material and gaping button-ups. With the growth of plus-size clothing options, it actually isn’t completely impossible to find a great work outfit that’s equally cute and functional. From blazers to button-ups to comfy professional dresses, these workwear picks are exactly what you need to beef up your professional wardrobe. They'll keep you looking cute even on days when your 9-to-5 is more like an 8-to-7-or-later.
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Universal Standard Eco Rio Blazer
This black blazer from Universal Standard is the only one you'll ever need. It's a classic that can be dressed up and down. And its not surprising: The brand is very good for elevated basics like these that you'll wear over and over again.
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Universal Standard Eco Rio Blazer, $, available at Universal Standard
Who What Wear Button Hem Ankle-Length Pants
Target is known for killing the casual clothing game with impressive designer collabs. That means you can snag sophisticated pair of paper bag pants for less than $50.
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Who What Wear Women's Button Hem Ankle Length Pants, $, available at Target
Mango Check Baby Doll Neck Dress
This checked dress is the perfect amount of comfy and stylish. Pair this with chunky black loafers for a completed "cool girl" work outfit.
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Mango Check baby doll neck dress, $, available at Mango
Mango Double-breasted Gilet
A black vest is the perfect way to top off a sleek pair of black pants. Layer with a white button-down or turtleneck, depending on the temperature.
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Mango Double-breasted gilet, $, available at Mango
Eloquii Rib Collar Sweater Dress
Knits are having a moment! This killer collared number from Eloquii is just a taste of the amazing lineup of dresses they have that can go from work to happy hour drinks.
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Eloquii Rib Collar Sweater Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Eloquii Kady Fit Double-Weave Pant
The Kady pant is one of Eloquii's most popular styles. It's available in tall, short, and regular inseams. If you need a little more room in the stomach or hips than regular fitting styles call for, the Kady pant comes in the Genna and Viola fit to accommodate all body types.
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Eloquii Kady Fit Double-Weave Pant, $, available at Eloquii
Asos Design Curve Jersey Slim Kick Flare Suit Pant
Who said workwear had to be uncomfortable? These jersey-knit flare pants from ASOS would insist otherwise.
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ASOS DESIGN Curve ASOS DESIGN Curve jersey slim kick flare suit pant, $, available at ASOS
Madewell Plus Tie-Waist Military Jumpsuit
A pair of coveralls in a natural color like these are a versatile wardrobe staple — and can totally be worn to work. Cuff the legs, throw on a cute pair of pumps, and slide on a small neck scarf to really make this outfit work for you.
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Madewell Plus Tie-Waist Military Jumpsuit, $, available at Madewell
Athleta Midtown Shirt
Athleta's take on the classic work button-up gives you the best of both worlds: a polished cut that's just the right amount of relaxed.
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Athleta Midtown Shirt, $, available at Athleta
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