THE DRESS | Keep it simple in a black shift dress (R280, AX Paris at Zando) or make a statement in this purple peplum (R99,99 at Mr Price).

THE CARDIGAN | Keep it simple in a black-and-white striped cardi (R89,99 at Mr Price) or add a pop of colour to your look in this red waterfall cardigan (R399, Utopia at Zando).

THE BLACK PANTS | Keep it simple in smart black pants (R199,99 at Mr Price) or be fashion-forward in these printed pants (R320 at Foschini).

THE PENCIL SKIRT | Keep it simple in black (R260 at Foschini) or make the stripe trend work for you (R89,99 at Mr Price).

THE WHITE SHIRT | Keep it simple in a classic white shirt (R190 at Oasis, Foschini) or opt for something a little different, like this sleeveless shirt with a mandarin collar (R499, Lu by Lolita at Zando).