Michael Kors

This designer is another one of my favorites because his clothing is usually designed for real-life wear and the lines are simple and classic. I’d left out the guys so I thought I’d include this grey suit, which would be a great addition to any businessman’s closet. And it wouldn’t hurt to throw in a little orange to add a little fun

Again, basic, clean, clasic. Anything I can just effortlessly take out of my closet, put on in 5 minutes and still look like a well-put-together professional is a winner with me. And I’ll often wear something like this over and over, adding a touch of variation in a blouse, belt, cardigan, or funky jewelry.

This is a great business casual look. The blazer is in a neutral that can be worn with almost any accenting color, and it can be paired with more formal business slacks.

Janell Hazelwood is the copy editor and a reporter for BlackEnterprise.com.