An on trend look with a pencil skirt for the office because it de-bombshells the effect. Surrendered at the waist, but ample structure on the hip with welt, high-low hemline and slits. This raglan sleeve sweater looks just as great with jeans and trousers. Also available in black-cream.

As I write this sweater is on sale for $46.80.

Beautiful high-low hemline sweater with leopard-print back panel and sleeves. Create an on trend outfit by pairing this style of pullover with a pencil skirt. Just enough structure for petites. Trust me. The look will not be overwhelming because the slightly shaped fit, shorter length and welted high-low band adds structure. Embrace a modern look for the office with this pullover.

It’s hard to find a pair of full-length faded skinny jeans, sans rips and tears, that don’t suck the living daylights out of you. But I eventually found them when I tried on these Nikkis. Their looser fit is heavenly and thoroughly modern. Expensive but totally worth it. I’d rather have fewer pairs of jeans that fit exactly how I want them to, than a whole slew of jeans that are almost there. I sized up for a roomier fit, but that’s not essential.

A knitted jacket that’s more interesting than a cardigan but just as cosy. Great on broader shoulders and/or a larger bust. Nicely fitted when zipped, and fably modern when worn loose. Check out the cheeky back peplum detail. Might need to size down. Read the rave reviews. It’s also available in heather black, and in a striped version.

Great casual, lightweight jacket in speckled navy. The fit is fantastically modern, which means more fluid than fitted. It does not come in at the waist unless you zip it up, and even then, it’s quite roomy. Also available in Tall and Petite, and in a solid navy.

As I write this jacket is on sale for $82.60.

Ladylike sweater with interesting faux leather quilted sleeves. Oversized and visually widening all over, especially from the side, so consider yourself warned. The photo makes the style look more streamlined than it is so you might need to size down.The genius lies in the tailored short sleeves that provide just enough structure. On trend and a silhouette that is all over Fall 2014 fashion runways right now.

Non-scratch sweater with fantastic asymmetrical cut and textured knit. I love the heavy weight of the drape and the sheen on the yarn. A little avant-garde and very comfy. Size up for an extra slouchy fit.

This airy ribbed knit top drapes like a dream. It has a great neckline for a shorter neck and larger bust. Needs an underlayer because it’s sheer. Also available in black.

It’s hard to find a dark blue leather jacket that looks equally good open and zipped up, but this one fits the bill. The vibe is more sporty-casual than dressy because of the topstitch detailing and stretch inserts on the underside of the sleeves. Also available in tan, and in petite sizing.

A simple sweater in a fluid fit and pretty neckline. Sometimes we ignore basic pieces like this because they’re boring. Yet they are often precisely the piece our wardrobe requires to complete a handful of outfits. It also comes in 14 other colours and patterns, and is available in petites as well.