How to dress like a CEO on an intern’s budget
Every power woman needs a power outfit. Just because you don’t share a CEO’s salary doesn’t mean you can’t look just as good. Invest in a few classic, well-tailored pieces and you won’t just look powerful, you’ll feel it too.
1. A Sleek Blazer
A versatile blazer can be worn with trousers or jeans, a skirt or a dress, so choosing a classic shape will keep your power wardrobe working for you for longer.
Charles & Keith
Cody Leather Pointed-Toe Kitten-Heel Slingback Pumps Black
£95.00
Charles & Keith
-16%
TruClothing
Womens Tailored Brown Dogtooth Wool Blend Tweed Blazer - Size 20 UK
£94.99
£112.99
Secret Sales
-60%
AllSaints
Polyester Aleida Lightweight Tri Blazer, Size: UK 14/US 10 Pink
£68.00
£169.00
AllSaints
Charles & Keith
Square-Toe Side-Zip Knee-High Boots Black
£99.00
Charles & Keith
-44%
AllSaints
Polyester Aleida Lightweight Wide-Leg Trousers, Size: UK 16/US 12 Pink
£77.60
£139.00
AllSaints
-33%
Roman
Smart Textured Stretch Skirt Brown
£16.00
£24.00
Roman
-69%
AllSaints
Viscose/Silk Mari Silk Blend Lace Trim Jumpsuit, Size: UK 16/US 12 Black
£60.80
£199.00
AllSaints
-42%
Roman
Velvet Bodycon Midi Dress Red
£32.00
£55.00
Roman
2. Tailored Trousers
Whether you like to match the top to the bottom or mix it up, choose a well-cut trouser for your shape and you’re in business.
-20%
DUSK
Velvet Pocket Stretch Trouser Black
£36.00
£45.00
Roman
-17%
DUSK
Womens Floral Flocked Premium Stretch Trousers - Black - Size 10 UK
£50.00
£60.00
Secret Sales
Roman
Wide Leg Ponte Stretch Trouser Black
£25.00
Roman
-31%
Roman
Houndstooth Trouser
£24.00
£35.00
Roman
-36%
Roman
Elastic Waist Wide Leg Stretch Trousers Orange
£16.00
£25.00
Roman
3. A Classic Top
A collared shirt or a clean tee, an understated top will keep your outfit strong when you go blazer-free.
Fat Face
FatFace Paige White 100% Cotton Jersey V-neck Shirt
£32.50
FatFace
-20%
Karen Millen
Womens Twill Contrast Hardware Collared Woven Shirt - Navy - Size 10 UK Blue
£79.20
£99.00
Secret Sales
-30%
GANT
Women Regular Fit Floral Printed Cotton Silk Shirt (36) EVENING BLUE
£91.00
£130.00
GANT
Roman
Buttoned Pocket Shirt
£32.00
Roman
-51%
Levi's
Doreen Utility Shirt - Womens - XS - White
£32.00
£65.00
Levi's
DUSK
Cotton Broderie Anglaise Shirt Blue
£38.00
Roman
-60%
Serena Bute
Collarless Shirt with Side Opening - Pale Blue
£70.00
£175.00
Serena Bute
-11%
Marc O'Polo
corduroy long-sleeves shirt - Brown
£97.00
£109.00
FARFETCH
4. A Boss-Worthy Bag
Not just practical, the right bag will see your look through from day to night. No need to change – just throw in your phone and you’re ready to go.
-10%
Saint Laurent
2024 Mini Nylon Cassandre Envelope pouch - Black
£369.00
£410.00
FARFETCH
Charles & Keith
Bosie Patent Top Handle Pouch
£39.00
Charles & Keith
-60%
AllSaints
Cow Leather Etta Leather Clutch, Size: 14x20x4cm Red
£79.20
£199.00
AllSaints
-20%
Louis Vuitton
2019 Monogram Mini Pochette Accessoires handbag - Brown
£464.00
£580.00
FARFETCH
Burberry
Highlands Travel Pouch Beige
£550.00
Burberry
-30%
Michael Michael Kors
Jet Set leather cross body bag - Black
£233.00
£334.00
FARFETCH
-10%
Dior
30 Montaigne Removable Pouch Leather belt bag - Black
£1,198.00
£1,331.00
FARFETCH
5. Power Shoes
Finish off your power outfit with a shoe you feel comfortable in – sneakers or slingbacks, they’ve got to keep you going all day!
Steve Madden
Mayzie-R Sandal SILVER
£54.99
Steve Madden
-20%
Charles & Keith
Roxane Patent Square-Toe Mary Janes Brown
£47.20
£59.00
Charles & Keith
Clarks
Shaya Jane Standard Fit Black
£70.00
Clarks
-30%
Charles & Keith
Janis Double-Strap Mary Jane Pumps Black
£48.30
£69.00
Charles & Keith
Clarks
Daiss 30 Shine Standard Fit Black
£85.00
Clarks
Charles & Keith
Tully Leather Ruched Print Slingback Pumps Black
£89.00
Charles & Keith
-55%
19V69
Womens Mary Jane Pump Nude Synthetic Leather - Size UK 8 Beige
£68.00
£150.00
Secret Sales
Charles & Keith
Lando Faux Suede Mary Jane Pumps Brown
£65.00
Charles & Keith
