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When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The idea of women's workwear used to be limited to pencil skirts, sensible slacks, and smart stacked heels. But with more and more workplaces loosening their definition of "work-appropriate attire," the term workwear has grown to encompass a wide range of styles from myriad brands.

At Insider Reviews, we've tested hundreds of items from dozens of retailers, and have a handful of favorites that we toss on whenever we're headed to our offices. From wrap sweaters to keep you warm when the office AC is blasting, to the perfect carry-all that can transition seamlessly to drinks, we've rounded up the best items we count as workwear — and exactly where to buy them. For more workwear staples, check out our coverage on the best suits for women , the best white button-down shirts , the best work bags for women , and the best flats .



Our top four places to find women's workwear: Everlane has remained one of our favorite places to buy workwear for years. Their high-quality professional basics are a staple of our style teams' closets. Blazers, button-downs, comfy work pants, ballet flats, and even suits — you can find it all here.

Quince is one of those rare places that gives you sticker shock for all the right reasons. You can get silk skirts for elevated summer office dressing for only $60 or cotton button-downs for only $40. We highly recommend their workwear for any budget-conscious shoppers.

Abercrombie & Fitch might not be your first instinct when you think about workwear, but the former mall staple has become a place to find all kinds of trendy and affordable cuts. Check out their office-approved section for the brand's curated professional picks. Eileen Fisher is the place for you if you want to create a simple, professional capsule wardrobe.

They have an office-ready 12-shapes collection that allows you to create endless permutations of pieces that are meant to fit together. Plus, we love the quality of all their clothing..

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