
Fashion Stylist Brooklyn Nash on Her Favorite Women’s Workwear Brands
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Few things are as exciting as discovering a workwear brand you genuinely love—one that makes you feel sharp and confident the moment you step into the office. An intentional work wardrobe begins with choosing brands known for creating investment pieces that truly anchor a closet. The best brands excel in craftsmanship: precise tailoring, luxury fabrics, and pieces with staying power. Labels that prioritize premium quality and timeless silhouettes deliver the staples—like a sculpted blazer, impeccably cut trousers, or a versatile dress—that form the foundation of a wardrobe. With the right brands behind them, these pieces build a workwear lineup that feels elevated and effortless season after season.
To help you uncover the best women’s workwear brands, stylist Brooklyn Nash shares her go-to designers, the labels she trusts for building work wardrobes that last, and the personal finds she’s loving right now.
Meet The Curator

Meet Brooklyn, a Fashion Stylist with a passion for women’s workwear.
BROOKLYN NASH
FASHION STYLIST
Brooklyn’s passion for styling women executives began in luxury retail, where she saw professionals struggle to find workwear that felt both practical and personal. With a degree in Fashion Design, she launched her career as a personal stylist, helping women executives cultivate wardrobes that project both authority and ease.
Here, the Toronto native shares her recommended workwear brands, emerging designers to have on your radar, and a few of her favorite things, from a Portuguese perfume to mouth-blown glassware she’s currently loving.
Curated Collection: Quality Women’s Workwear Brands
When Brooklyn Nash sources women’s workwear brands for her clients’ outfits, she looks for designers with a focus on premium craftsmanship, expert tailoring, and timeless design. She seeks out brands whose DNA reflects her clients’ lifestyle and personal values, whether it’s precision tailoring from heritage houses, emerging designers with a modern edge, or labels rooted in sustainability and craftsmanship.
Gabriela Hearst
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“Gabriela Hearst is a sustainable brand that’s great for work investment pieces. I love the way the blazers play with texture and color.”
The Frankie Shop
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“The Frankie Shop is an affordable brand known for its sharp blazers, clean lines, and oversized silhouettes perfect for professional creatives looking to capture a minimalist aesthetic.”
Another Tomorrow
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“This is another sustainable brand I love for its beautiful tailoring, quality fabrics, and modern touches that make it a minimalist wardrobe’s dream.”
Rue Sophie
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“This designer captures the minimalist look of The Row at a more affordable price point. I love their timeless staples with a current, modern edge.”
The Real Real
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“While not a brand, secondhand sites like The RealReal are a smart way to score investment pieces from luxury labels on a budget. Better yet, invest in some statement vintage pieces.”
St Agni
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“I gravitate towards this brand’s blazers and skirts when styling clients. They also have great sculptural shoes and accessories for a minimalist aesthetic.”
The Fold London
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“The Fold is great for affordable power suits in a variety of colors with mix-and-match pieces. M.M. La Fleur and Argent also get an honorable mention for affordable powersuits at a great value.”
Saint Laurent
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“Saint Laurent is a heritage brand worth the splurge. I love the brand’s beautiful tailoring that captures that chic yet effortless French aesthetic. At a higher-end price point, it’s a worthy investment for marking a major career milestone.”
Loro Piana
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“If the budget allows, I love Loro Piana’s tailored trousers for their season-spanning versatility, and you can’t go wrong with any of their cashmere knits.”
Heirlome
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“Heirlome partners with artists to design each of its collections. Depending on the collection, you can find beautifully tailored blazers, jackets, and other unique pieces to add individuality to your work wardrobe.”
Anna Quan
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“I love Anna Quan for its office collection that mixes and matches work separates. This is a great brand to create a cohesive work capsule.”
Max Mara
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“I think Max Mara’s coats and suiting are timeless investments. Their precision in cut and use of fabric make every piece feel like an heirloom of modern workwear.”
Veronica Beard
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“Veronica Beard is my go-to brand for classic workwear staples. Their most iconic piece is a tailored blazer with an interchangeable “dickey” (zip-in liner or panel) that adds versatility.”
Favorite Daughter
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“This brand offers affordable workwear staples that are truly flattering. I love the ‘favorite blazer‘ that comes in a variety of colors with matching pants and vest, so you can mix and match with your own mini capsule.”
Theory
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“Theory is a workwear staple whose signature is refined simplicity — sharp lines, classic silhouettes, and subtle modern details in its blazers, trousers, and sleek dresses for those days you can’t be fussed with separates.”
Nili Lotan
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“I love Nili Lotan’s blazers, belts, and especially their silk blouses as timeless workwear investments. For more affordable silk and silk-wool staples, LilySilk is a great alternative.”
Reiss
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“Whether you’re looking for office casual separates or sharp tailored professional pieces, Reiss has timeless staples that feel current at a great price point for the quality.”
The Outnet
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“For great deals on the brands in this edit and other luxury brands, The Outnet is a great resource for scoring amazing finds at a steep discount.”
The Art of Styling Women’s Workwear Outfits
Can you share a bit about your journey into styling and what drew you specifically to women’s workwear?
My journey into styling really began with a fascination for the way clothing communicates power and identity. Studying fashion design gave me a technical foundation, but working in luxury retail exposed me to women at the highest levels of business and leadership. I noticed how often they struggled to find workwear that felt both functional and expressive of their individuality. That’s what drew me to women’s workwear; there’s something incredibly compelling about helping a woman step into a boardroom with clothing that feels like armor, but also elegance. For me, it’s not just about putting together an outfit; it’s about creating a language of confidence, refinement, and presence that allows her to own every room she enters.
How would you describe your styling philosophy when it comes to professional wardrobes?
My styling philosophy for professional wardrobes is rooted in the idea that workwear should be both commanding and deeply personal. I believe every piece should strike a balance between structure and fluidity with sharp tailoring softened by subtle details, and timeless silhouettes elevated by modern touches.
I think the days of business attire requiring women to conform to a uniform are past us. While there will always be an underlying dress code for the office, styling outfits for the workplace is really about refining a woman’s visual language so that it reflects her authority and individuality. I want my clients to feel as though their wardrobe is an extension of their personality and personal style, while giving them quiet confidence.
What do you think defines modern power dressing?
Modern power dressing is no longer about rigid suits or traditional markers of authority; it’s about intentionality. Working with executives, I find that women are defining power on their own terms, and their wardrobes reflect that. We’re seeing tailoring that’s softer, silhouettes that blur the lines between masculine and feminine, and a focus on quality over excess. Power dressing now is about finding outfits that don’t sacrifice comfort for style and have an element of authenticity.
How do you balance timeless staples with trend-forward pieces when curating workwear wardrobes?
I see timeless staples as the architecture of a professional wardrobe. They create the structure, the consistency, and the longevity. These are the investment pieces that are worth the splurge from heritage brands and luxury independent designers that prioritize quality and craftsmanship.
Once that foundation is in place, I like to layer in trend-forward pieces almost like accents of personality: a sculptural heel, a reimagined blazer, or a statement accessory that nods to what’s current without overwhelming what’s classic. The key is proportion. Too many trend-driven items can feel fleeting, but when you ground them in tailoring, neutral palettes, and beautiful fabrics, they become refreshing rather than distracting. For me, it’s always about balance, ensuring a wardrobe feels modern, yet enduring, so my clients can move confidently from one season to the next without ever feeling outdated.
When sourcing pieces for clients, how do you identify which brands align with their lifestyle, role, and personal style?
When sourcing pieces for my clients, I look beyond the clothes themselves; I consider the rhythm of their lifestyle, the expectations of their role, and the nuances of their personal aesthetic. A CEO who spends her days moving between boardrooms and evening galas will require a very different wardrobe than an entrepreneur who values creativity and flexibility in a day-to-day wardrobe. I seek out brands whose DNA reflects those needs, whether it’s precision tailoring from heritage houses, emerging designers with a modern edge, or labels rooted in sustainability and craftsmanship.
For people sourcing their own workwear outfits, what’s your advice for identifying workwear brands that truly align with someone’s personal style and professional lifestyle?
For women sourcing their own workwear, I always suggest starting with their day-to-day schedule because a wardrobe for someone traveling weekly will look very different from someone working mostly from home. Once you outline what a typical month looks like, you can map out the outfits and key pieces you’ll wear on repeat, whether that’s a blazer, a versatile pair of trousers, or a dress that transitions easily from day to night. From there, research brands known for those staples, paying attention to quality, peer recommendations, and customer reviews, so you’re building a wardrobe with intention rather than just filling your closet.
The other thing to keep in mind is that a confident wardrobe is rooted in pieces that flatter. I always suggest identifying your body shape, learning which cuts work best (for instance, if you are pear-shaped, you can draw attention to your upper body with ruffled tops or structured shoulders, and balance your lower half with wide-leg pants), and then finding brands known for those silhouettes. Once you know what fits and brands work for you, don’t be afraid to shop them on repeat, because building around pieces that consistently flatter ensures your wardrobe feels polished and you always look your best.
When it comes to personal style, look for alignment between a brand’s ethos and personal values. If you prize timelessness, lean into houses known for tailoring and clean lines. If your role allows for more expression, experiment with designers who bring a fresh aesthetic and creativity to workwear staples. Ultimately, the brands you choose should mirror not just your professional image, but also the lifestyle you want your wardrobe to support. That alignment is where style feels effortless.
Finally, find inspiration! If you don’t plan to invest in a stylist, search for outfit and brand inspiration online. Social media, online publications, and Substack are great places to start.
Favorite Finds
When she’s not busy styling executives, Brooklyn loves experimenting with new makeup and skincare, planning her next travels, and finding time for mindful activities like meditation. From incense for a mid-day reset to a new fragrance she found in Comporta, Portugal, Brooklyn shares her personal favorite finds and what she’s currently coveting.
Astier de Villatte
$50
“I love this Hollywood incense from Astier de Villatte. Lighting one feels like an intentional reset, a little luxury in the middle of my day.”
Obakki
$245
“Obakki makes sustainable, and thoughtfully designed glassware. I’ve been eyeing this mouth-blown carafe and matching glassware in sand that’s perfect for entertaining.”
Comporta Perfumes
$228
“I can’t get enough of Femme Fougere from Comporta Perfumes, a boutique Portuguese fragrance house inspired by the coastal town it’s named after.”
Westman Atelier
$68
“Gucci Westman’s foundation stick is my go-to for a natural, glowing complexion. It feels weightless yet perfectly covers blemishes for a flawless finish.”
The Little Things
Next Trip on the Itinerary:
Aveiro, Portugal
Guilty Pleasure:
All you can eat sushi
Ritual That Keeps Me Grounded:
Starting my day with a focused workout
Last Thing I learned:
How to use an industrial knitting machine