How to dress like a CEO on an intern’s budget
Every power woman needs a power outfit. Just because you don’t share a CEO’s salary doesn’t mean you can’t look just as good. Invest in a few classic, well-tailored pieces and you won’t just look powerful, you’ll feel it too.
1. A Sleek Blazer
A versatile blazer can be worn with trousers or jeans, a skirt or a dress, so choosing a classic shape will keep your power wardrobe working for you for longer.
Alo
| Match Point Tennis Skirt in Bright Red, Size: Small
$78.00
Alo Yoga
Icone
Womens Pleated piqué wide-leg pant
$79.00
Simons
Alo
Softsculpt Precision Long Sleeve Top in Black, Size: Medium
$98.00
Alo Yoga
Icone
Womens Bucolic landscape flared midi skirt
$79.00
Simons
Alo
| Match Point Tennis Skirt in White, Size: Medium
$78.00
Alo Yoga
2. Tailored Trousers
Whether you like to match the top to the bottom or mix it up, choose a well-cut trouser for your shape and you’re in business.
ANN TAYLOR
The Tall Ankle Pant With Tie Waist Black
$98.00
Ann Taylor
French Connection
Sundae Suiting Tailored Trousers Black
$158.00
French Connection
Dynamite
High Rise Cindy Pant - FINAL SALE Perfect Burgundy
$49.95
Dynamite
Dynamite
Karlie Pant With Drawstring Stripes
$44.95
Dynamite
ANN TAYLOR
The Tall Trouser Pant In Seasonless Stretch - Curvy Fit
$98.00
Ann Taylor
French Connection
Aleida Suiting Bell Bottom Trousers Black
$138.00
French Connection
Ellen Tracy
Womens Signature Trouser, Cobalt 4 Blue
$79.01
Amazon
3. A Classic Top
A collared shirt or a clean tee, an understated top will keep your outfit strong when you go blazer-free.
-28%
Part Two
Womens Nenee patch pocket chambray shirt Blue
$99.95
$139.00
Simons
Icone
Womens Lush bloom officer-collar shirt Green
$55.00
Simons
Levi's
Womens Burgundy stripes loose shirt Blue
$79.95
Simons
Icone
Womens Long gathered-waist micromesh shirt Yellow
$69.00
Simons
Icone
Womens Lush bloom officer-collar shirt
$55.00
Simons
Miiyu
Womens Striped and ruffled poplin shirt
$59.00
Simons
4. A Boss-Worthy Bag
Not just practical, the right bag will see your look through from day to night. No need to change – just throw in your phone and you’re ready to go.
-50%
Sole Society
Womens Rubie Satchel Vegan Leather In Color: Poppy Bag From Sole Society
$32.48
$64.95
Sole Society
Alo
Water Bottle in Black
$68.00
Alo Yoga
-30%
Anna Kosturova
Crochet cotton bandeau bikini top Blue
$100.00
$143.00
Mytheresa
Alo
Water Bottle in White
$68.00
Alo Yoga
-60%
Norma Kamali
Bill bikini top Brown
$53.00
$132.00
Mytheresa
Simons
Womens Pebbled faux-leather half-moon bag White
$59.00
Simons
Alo
| Outline Claw Clip in Macadamia/Black Beige
$44.00
Alo Yoga
-36%
JW PEI
Womens Thea small trapezoidal briefcase bag Black
$79.95
$125.00
Simons
5. Power Shoes
Finish off your power outfit with a shoe you feel comfortable in – sneakers or slingbacks, they’ve got to keep you going all day!
-64%
ANN TAYLOR
Lorretta Pearlized Suede Pumps
$49.88
$138.00
Ann Taylor
-40%
Louise et Cie
Womens Kaiyla Slingback Pumps Black Size 11 Leather From Sole Society
$59.37
$98.95
Sole Society
-45%
Bibi Lou
Loafers Beige
$90.00
$163.00
Yoox
Simons
Womens Large brushed earrings Silver
$19.00
Simons
-65%
Bibi Lou
Pumps Pink
$70.00
$200.00
Yoox
Blick.
Mens Satiny twill bow tie Black
$59.00
Simons
-74%
Brunate
Pumps Blue
$67.00
$256.00
Yoox
Blick.
Mens Colourful micro-check bow tie Blue
$59.00
Simons
