Just because your office requires professional business attire—think suits and separates—doesn’t mean your look has to be dull. To give your suit a visual upgrade, add a splash of color, pattern, or texture by slipping one of these stylish shirts under your favorite blazer.
Menswear Model: Forgo a simple button-up in favor of this crisp Tuxedo shirt with short sleeves that transitions well from summer to fall. Perfect for pairing with every suit in your wardrobe, this texture-rich piece is versatile without being dull. ($29.99; gap.com)
Perfect in Paisley: This flirty, sheer shirt goes from the office to happy hour with ease. Pair it with dark suit pants and feminine flats; play up the open neckline with a dainty pendant necklace. ($64; bananarepublic.com)
Flirty and Flowy: Give new life to a tired gray suit by wearing it with this multi-hued tank. A wide V-neck and gently twisted bodice flatters in all the right places, and gives the tank potential for weekend wear as well. ($98; nordstrom.com)
Look to Brighter Hues: Brighten a dull khaki suit with this short-sleeved, ruby-hued BCBG top that hugs the body in all the right places. Let the V-neck cut frame a gold necklace and wear the combo sans blazer for more casual days at the office. ($88; nordstrom.com)
Take a Risk: The graphic print and bold cobalt detailing on this silky shell make for a striking contrast with dark suits. Wear it when you need a boost of confidence for a meeting or presentation, or simply to stand out in a crowded conference room. ($39.99; anntaylor.com)
