Classic Corporate

Corporate wear for women, done properly

Some offices still mean it when they say corporate. Our classic corporate edit is the formal end of Forcast workwear: structured suit sets, tailored work pants, pencil work skirts, fitted work dresses and the shirts and shells to go under them, in sizes 4 to 18. It is what to wear for law, finance, client meetings and the boardroom.

What a corporate wardrobe needs

Start with a black or navy suit: a single-breasted jacket like the Lauren Single Breasted Jacket with its straight pant, and the matching pencil skirt if your office leans formal. Add a second blazer in a different cut, such as the Nikki Double Breasted Blazer, so the pants work twice. A sleeved work dress in ponte covers the days you do not want to think. Then the tops: a crisp collared shirt, a satin shell, a peplum top and a fine knit.

How to wear it

Tucked, not loose. A collared shirt or satin shell tucked into high-waist trousers or a pencil skirt keeps the line clean, and a fitted top under a structured blazer keeps the shoulders sharp. Closed-toe heels or a pointed flat finish it. Keep jewellery fine and the belt slim, and let the tailoring do the talking.

Office wear that transitions

Corporate wear does not have to stay in the office. A double-breasted blazer over a satin cami is dinner-ready. A pencil skirt with a knit is a weekend outfit. Culotte trousers with a tee and flats are Saturday. Buy the suit in a colour you will wear on repeat and the pieces earn their place three ways.

Fabrics for a formal office

Suiting blends with a little stretch hold a crease and recover after sitting. Ponte keeps a fitted dress smooth. Satin softens a shell without losing its shape. If you are between sizes, our size guide will settle it.

Other dress codes

If your office is less formal, our business casual edit softens the tailoring with knitwear and relaxed pants, and smart casual covers the days between. For everything across the range, see all women's workwear. Free standard delivery on Australian orders over $100, and 30 days to return or exchange, online or in any of our stores across New South Wales, Victoria and the ACT.