Style - Hope's How-To

Because you’re not merely brains and business; you’re beautiful. And beautiful you knows that because the business professional dresscode gets more casual by the day, your superiors take you more seriously in a Vivienne Westwood Red Label wrap dress than your Dockers-khaki-pant-clad cohorts.

Work outfits don’t have to be flashy to make a statement — play up your effortless elegance with a neutral palate and add one splash of colour for spice.

1. The Dress. Vivienne Westwood Red Label wrap dress, $735, Net-A-Porter.com.

2. The Bag. Miu Miu drawstring pocket bag, $1,155, Net-A-Porter.com.

3. The Shoes. Jimmy Choo Jola leather flats, $510, Net-A-Porter.com