Looking for back to work outfit inspo? These stylish women have the answers

January blues — they’re a real thing. But instead of dragging yourself back to the office in the dark, bundled up in mounds of layers, allow us to suggest injecting some joy into your morning ritual instead.

Dopamine dressing doesn’t always have to mean bright colours, but wearing an outfit you feel good in can really alter your attitude to the day ahead. And lord knows we could all use a little lift in the depths of winter.

The new year provides a perfect opportunity to shake up your style. We’ve taken inspiration from some of the chicest women around to help you get your work wardrobe 2025 ready. So be it a classic camel coat, a statement kilt skirt or tailored bermuda shorts, why not make it your new year’s resolution to try something new when it comes to your looks? It will certainly make office days a lot more fun.

1. Neelam Gill's camel coat

We love Neelam's muted outfit with a pop of red, courtesy of a knitted jumper tied around her shoulders. A long camel coat is a winter wardrobe staple, and pairing it with a similarly toned shirt is super chic. Add a laptop-ready leather tote and you're good to go.

2. Madeleine Chabot Thorén's tartan skirt

Chopova Lowena's carabiner skirts are beloved by fashion girls across the globe. Make yours office-ready in the style of Madeleine, by wearing with a cropped blazer, zip-through knit and lace-up boots. We guarantee you'll be the most fashion-forward person in that day.

3. Renia Jaz's bermuda shorts

We're obsessed with how Renia has styled this oversized workwear jacket (one of 2024's biggest trends). The tight roll neck jumper and tailored bermuda shorts, both in grey, add real polish to this outfit. The point-toe heels finish off the office-appropriate vibes.

4. Fisayo Longe's power dressing

Take it back to the '80s with serious power dressing. We love Fisayo's vintage Escada jacket, but the high street has plenty of similar options. Pair with front-seam denim to keep it feeling modern. Layer with a pussybow blouse on more demure days, and add a cone-heeled pump to complete the throwback.

5. Rachel Seville Tashjian Wise's accessories

Not enough people wear hats — something we firmly stand by. Rachel gives us a masterclass in accessorising, complete with her studded bag and gold brooch. Layer up with a cropped jacket over a crisp shirt to keep warm.