The Back to the Office Edit
Business casual outfits for women
Back to the office, without the ironing. These are the JudyP tops that do business casual best: smooth knits with a clean neckline that look finished on their own, sit flat under a jacket and come out of the wash ready to wear. Every piece is made in the USA in our microfiber and spandex knit, and we only show the colors and sizes we have on the shelf today. Want the rules first? Read our guide to business casual for women.
Business casual comes down to three rules. One tailored piece — a trouser with a crease, a structured jacket or a proper skirt — is what makes an outfit read as work. A clean knit in a solid color looks more polished than a busy print. And fit beats formality: a top that skims and sits right at the shoulder looks more professional than a blouse that pulls.
Shop the office tops →The tops that do business casual best
Each has more colors on its page. One pattern across the line, so your size in one top is your size in all of them.
Office questions, answered
What tops are business casual for women?
Solid knit tops with a defined neckline, such as a V-neck, boatneck or jewel neck, in a smooth fabric that holds its shape. Three-quarter sleeves are the easiest choice because they look finished alone and fit under a jacket. Sleeveless shells work under a blazer or cardigan.
How many tops do I need for a work week?
Five or six is plenty if they share a palette. Two neutrals that go with every trouser you own, a shell for jacket days, a longer tunic for long days, and one or two in a color you love.
Can a knit top look professional?
Yes, if the knit is smooth, opaque and sits right at the shoulder. A well-cut knit looks as polished as a blouse and does not need ironing, which is why it works so well for the office and for work travel.
What colors work best for the office?
Navy, black, white and pearl go with every trouser and jacket. Add one color you love for the days you want a lift, and wear it with a neutral bottom so the outfit stays polished.
How do I care for JudyP tops?
Machine wash and hang or tumble dry low. The microfiber and spandex knit comes out smooth, so there is nothing to iron before work.
More ways to wear JudyP: Business casual for women: the guide · The Smart Casual Edit · The Travel Edit · The Capsule Wardrobe Edit · The Tunic Edit · What to wear to an interview · Casual dress code for women
