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The new you : Upgrading your Business professional wardrobe

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So'Koree Parker Student Contributor, Clark Atlanta University
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There always comes a time we have to dress it up or make a well dressed Wednesday our absolute best. But for any of that to happen we can’t keep rewearing the same tried black slakes and blazers. We need to get pieces and craft looks that walk into the room before we do.

Upgrading your professional style doesn’t mean buying more of the same pieces in bland colors.  It means choosing pieces that feel intentional, versatile, and you. Items that mix, match, and make a statement without ever looking loud.

Here’s how to elevate your workwear with pieces that are out of the ordinary but still office appropriate.

Statement Blazer

This isn’t the blazer you already have. It’s way better, getting a blazer tailored to you or one in every color helps you give your outfit personality and makes you feel great in every room you walk in.

Belts 

Although very simple,the accessory of a belt can take your outfit far and flaunt your waistline. From Suede to leather, brown to blue, even a stylish unique buckle will make your fit brand new.

Kitten Heels 

You have no limit with these heels. Not too high and not too low depending on who you ask. Different colors,textures, and feels well have everyone asking where you got them from.Although they are no stilettos the kitten heel is small but mighty, and will guarantee your comfort and confidence.

Tweed

Tweed doesn’t have to only be worn in sets. A tailored tweed blazer, skirt, or even wide-leg trouser adds depth to your outfit instantly. The fabric alone screams structure and sophistication.

Mix and match a tweed blazer with sleek trousers for balance, or style a tweed midi skirt with a simple top you already have. Let tweed be your statement piece while the rest of your outfit stays clean and calm.

Brooch 

Broochs have never been just for grandmothers, they’re the new power move. Brooches signal attention to detail, and in professional spaces, detail is everything. When done correctly, a brooch doesn’t look old fashion. But rather looks intentional and also sparks conversation when drawn to.

Jumpsuits 

When tailored correctly, a jumpsuit can be one of the most powerful pieces in your professional wardrobe. Clean lines, a defined waist, and a modest neckline keep it office appropriate while still feeling modern and sharp. 

And the best part? You don’t have to do much. Because it’s one piece, the outfit is already complete. There’s no stress about matching tops and bottoms or layering multiple items. It simplifies your routine while still looking polished and intentional.

Upgrading your business wardrobe isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about refining who you already are. When your clothing reflects structure and intention, your presence naturally follows. The right pieces won’t overpower you, they will support you. Elevation doesn’t start with a title change or a new opportunity. Sometimes it begins in your closet with the decision to show up fully, confidently, and without apology. And being seen isn’t only about others recognizing you, but you recognizing yourself and pushing the limits inside and out.

So’Koree Parker is a Mass Media Arts student with a concentration in Journalism and a minor in Political Science at Clark Atlanta University . Originally from Chicago, she has a deep passion for writing and using storytelling as a way to connect with others. She is particularly interested in outreach work and is dedicated to enhancing and uplifting her community.

In addition to her academic interests, she enjoys music and values spending time bonding with friends and family. As a member of the Her Campus CAU editorial team, So’Koree hopes to contribute thoughtful articles and fresh ideas that inform, inspire, and engage readers.