What you need to update your spring work wardrobe

What you need to update your spring work wardrobeWhat you need to update your spring work wardrobeWe gathered some of the seasons hottest (and most accessible) trends and ways to update your work or interview style to look seasonal, fresh and always profesh*.Detailed sleeves Right now the key trend is about unique details and touches especially on the sleeves of otherwise conservative blouses and dresses. These details can take a classic polished look and make them more experimental, current and fun says Jessica Dvorett, VP Merchandising at online clothing subscription service Gwynnie Bee. If you find yourself unable to fully commit to the trend, you can try it on for size and see how your colleagues react before splurging for some new tops.Fresh ties and short sleeve button downs Fortunately for the fashion-forward male, a professional work wardrobe doesnt remain trapped in the Mad Men era. Personal stylist Vanessa Valiente said, For men, I recommend adding some fresh ties and a tie bar to update your work wardrobe. If your work environment is edgier or more casual, Valiente says its fine to add a crisp printed short sleeve button front shirt to tuck into your chinos.Comfort to cocktails For women in the workplace, theres also the idea of navigating the work to after-work life and keeping things both professional before segueing to dressier. No one wants to tote a complete change of accessories to the office so its best to have a work wardrobe that translates seamlessly into cocktail attire according to Nina Miner, Chief Creative Officer of Nina. Her answer to that conundrum? When you want comfort at the office, but also want it to look like you put in a little effort when socializing at happy hour the answer is pretty simple chic but comfortable day-to-night shoes. Kitten heels are huge again for the spring season and the perfect addition for a womans work wardrobe. Miner also suggests keeping a seasonally appropriate metallic clutch in your work tote and your look is transformed from daytime office to off-duty professional.Re-think your wardrobe beyond seasons As you grow in your career, you may find yourself reconsidering your wardrobe, Dvorett said. As I transitioned from more corporate offices of established fashion brands to a startup environment my daily uniform of black and navy blazers no longer felt appropriate. Dvorett now wears colorful, trendy pieces and has a lot more fun with what she wears with the saatkorn clothing budget. For women in creative careers, Valiente says you can dive into a suit with ankle length pants in a color like pink, red or baby blue.Dont worry about screwing up. Dvorett says There is such variation in workplace dress codes today that it is difficult to define a universal look. However, looking well put together in well-fitting clothing and likely clothing that is a bit more polished than the day-to-day dress code is still recommended.Cant afford a full spring makeover? Here are some ways to look u p to date without breaking the bankGo for the separates I find a great pair of jeans to be essential, and most work dress codes allow jeans these days said Melissa R. Birge, Founder and CEO of Mia Tango. Grab a pair you love and find three tops to wear with them for some versatile office looks. And while youre at it think about how you can wear the tops for different occasions.Accessorize You can pretty much rework anything from seasons past if you add on-trend accessories. If you have to pick only one item to splurge on this season, For both men and women, its an investment bag or briefcase, says Karen Giberson, President of the Accessories Council. Its the piece you will use the most and it makes a solid first impression. And dont worry, Giberson says It doesnt have to be expensive (but it could be) it should be functional, stylish and organized. If one works in a more casual environment, even a little sporty or trendy works. On a dollars per use basis- this is the place where you ll get the most return on fashion investment.Sneaky updatesYou can update old shoes with these brilliant shoe add-ons by Shoe CandyMake an old t-shirt look brand new with Necklettes which attach through the clever use of magnetsCustomize your bag or briefcase so its one of a kind and a conversation starterUpdate last springs suit with these amazing lapel pins/flowers by Laudi Vidni* I went for the cheesy rhyme. Forgive me, it (probably) wont happen again.