Colored business suits. Once relegated to the closets of the Working Girl costume department are making a comeback. Last week, I bought this amazing pine needle green suit from Ann Taylor. And this week, I spotted this adobe rose suit from Nine West, and I need it.
This Nine West cropped collarless blazer is so chic. I love the collarless style and the angular hem line. The soft pink, like desert sand still tilts neutral. And you can buy this coordinating v-neck sheath dress and belt separately.
Not keen to wear a slightly summery color in fall? Pair the blazer with a deep purple tie-neck dress or burgundy trousers.
Love the style of the jacket, but not sold on the color? This Calvin Klein suit in a pale grey and white melange has a similar cut.
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13 comments
A says:
This is gorgeous, that is all.
Betsy says:
My office is casual, but if I needed professional office wear, this blog would be my bible. Gorgeous choices!
Claire says:
I’m a trial attorney, and three of my most complimented suits are colors. One was a deep green from the Limited (RIP), and the other two are from Talbots: a well-fitted peach houndstooth pant suit and a dusty rose skirt suit, very similar color to the one you’ve shared.
Given that so many women are wearing cardigans and yoga pants and calling it business attire, a nicely-cut suit still looks very professional, even if it is colorful.
Susan says:
Claire: the south eastern department store Belk (think Virginia, the Carolinas and down) carry the Limited clothing line in their stores. Not sure of the depth or quality but worth a web search if you miss it. 🙂
Belle says:
That’s interesting. Thanks for letting us know. I hear from a lot of readers that they miss The Limited.
Rachel C says:
I love the idea of a pale pink jacket; however, I work in a casual office so blazers aren’t practical. Any suggestions for pale pink jackets that are a more casual, field jacket style?
Anon says:
I love the JCrew sweater blazer! It’s cozy and casual but still has a more tailored look. I have it in a pale pink color.
TheLOOP says:
This is beautiful! How is Nine West quality? Comparable to Ann Taylor or BR?
B says:
No, definitely more along the Ann Klein/Calvin Klein/Tahari ASL lines – often all polyester. It’s more like something you’d find at Macy’s or TJMaxx/Marshalls. I’m not saying that they’re manufactured poorly, sometimes their pieces hold up better than a BR piece in a better fabric. It wouldn’t be my interview suit, but I occasionally buy trendier separates from these brands. I just wish the sizing were more inclusive in the same styles as their straight sizes.
TheLOOP says:
Thank you!
Sarah says:
I couldn’t pull the trigger on the whole Ann Taylor green suit but I did buy the pants! Very excited for them to come.
Madeline Zavodny says:
This is lovely. I wonder how it would look with my ruddy skin, though.
E says:
I bought a blush jacket off the street in London last fall and it has been one of my best purchases. I find it more easily goes from day to night than other colors, and similarly matches well black in all seasons and navy in the summer.