Banana Republic Black Lightweight Wool Pleat Dress ($185) Available at www.bananarepublic.com

Climbing the career ladder in style is as easy as a LBD. The perfect blank canvas for your work wardrobe, a little black dress is professional, classic and can be re-styled by adding accessories reflective of the season’s trends. For maximum versatility, select a dress with structured tailoring and chic, timeless style.

Look 1:

1. Tory Burch “Aaden Suede Ballet Flat” ($242.69) Available at www.shopbop.com

2. Jacob “Printed Scarf” ($25) Available in stores www.jacob.ca

3. Aldo “Shott Bracelet” ($15) Available in store www.aldoshoes.com

4. Tommy Hilfiger “Signature Pebble Leather Top Handle” ($198 US) Available at www.tommy.com 

Look 2: 

1. Jacob “Multi-Wrap Cardi” ($69) Available In Stores www.jacob.ca

2. Banana Republic “Exotic Trouser Belt” ($68) Available at www.bananarepublic.com

3. Coach “Madison Patent Sophia Satchel” ($358 US) Available at www.coach.com

4. Sam Edelman “Portney Suede Pumps” ($123.93) Available at www.shopbop.com

Look 3: 

1. J.Crew “Hacking Jacket in Herringbone” ($198 US) Available at www.jcrew.com

2. L.A.M.B. Snow Leopard Williamsfield Tote ($149) Available at www.shopbop.com

3. J.Crew Kiernan Platform Heels ($298 US) Available at www.jcrew.com

4. Aldo Baltz Earrings ($8) Avaiablable at www.aldoshoes.com

By: Elizabeth Pryde, Vancouver

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