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: Don't be afraid to step out of the box a bit with your work attire, whether you're the corporate chica or the start-up stylista. Consider these key pieces (with two bonuses this week) to add timeless trends to your work wardrobe. —Kéla Walker Check out out to style these looks here.

: This <a href="http://www.lastcall.com/p/Neiman-Marcus-Leather-Front-Knit-Dress-Slate-Dresses/prod12000042/?ecid=LCALRFeedJ84DHJLQkR4…&ncx=n&uEm=%%affiliates%%&ci_src=14110925&ci_sku=prod12000042skuSLATE " target="_blank">leather-front, knit dress</a> is an investment in the now and the later. Its a timeless piece that will last for years in your wardrobe, and the combo in leather and knit make it a great transitional piece into winter when worn with a pair of tights and knee high boots. <a href="http://www.lastcall.com/p/Neiman-Marcus-Leather-Front-Knit-Dress-Slate-Dresses/prod12000042/?ecid=LCALRFeedJ84DHJLQkR4…&ncx=n&uEm=%%affiliates%%&ci_src=14110925&ci_sku=prod12000042skuSLATE " target="_blank">Last Call Neiman Marcus, $118.30</a>

: This is a <a href="http://www.thelimited.com/faux-leather-&-knit-pencil-skirt/7343575,default,pd.html?dwvar_7343575_colorCode=150" target="_blank">faux leather skirt </a>to love. The pencil cut is a wardrobe stable and in a classic black, it can add a nice flair to the traditional suited look. <a href="http://www.thelimited.com/Faux-Leather-Pencil-Skirt/7343605,default,pd.html?dwvar_7343605_colorCode=598&start=4&ppid=c4&cgid=skirts-pencil-skirts&cid=AFC-LINK-J84DHJLQkR4&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=J84DHJLQkR4 " target="_blank">The Limited, $69.90</a>

: From high end to mass market, retailers are pushing out the point. No matter where you buy them, <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-W2012/269191/828199/POINTED%20COURT%20SHOE%20WITH%20STRAPS " target="_blank">these pumps</a> will add polish to your looks. <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-W2012/269191/828199/POINTED%20COURT%20SHOE%20WITH%20STRAPS" target="_blank">Zara, $59.99</a>

: This <a href="http://www.fredflare.com/ACCESSORIES-bags/Oxblood-Ostrich-Cross-Body-Purse/ " target="_blank">cute oxblood purse</a> is also on trend with the big cross body craze happening right now. <a href="http://www.fredflare.com/ACCESSORIES-bags/Oxblood-Ostrich-Cross-Body-Purse/ " target="_blank">FredFlare.com, $19.99</a>

: This <a href="http://us.asos.com/countryid/2/Glamorous-Laser-Cut-Collar-Shirt/yjnfl/?iid=2448773&MID=35719&affid=2135&WT.tsrc=Affiliate&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-zqMnlB04dxhjGWQumCpERg " target="_blank">blouse </a>is will fall right into place in your wardobe. Put it on over a camisole and wear it with pretty much anything from skirts and pants to jeans, or layer it with your favorite classic sweaters and jackets. <a href="http://us.asos.com/countryid/2/Glamorous-Laser-Cut-Collar-Shirt/yjnfl/?iid=2448773&MID=35719&affid=2135&WT.tsrc=Affiliate&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-zqMnlB04dxhjGWQumCpERg " target="_blank">Asos, 49.25</a>

: Wear this <a href="http://www.landsend.com/pp/canvas-womens-thick-and-thin-striped-turtleneck-sweater~237970_-1.html?cm_mmc=CJ-_-Lands%27+End+Product+Catalog-_-1909792_2178999_571355950-_-ShopStyle.com " target="_blank">chunky knit sweater</a> with a pencil skirt on Monday or wear it on Saturday for a weekend of errands. Either way you spin it, this sweater will work well with your wallet and your wardrobe. <a href="http://www.landsend.com/pp/canvas-womens-thick-and-thin-striped-turtleneck-sweater~237970_-1.html?cm_mmc=CJ-_-Lands%27+End+Product+Catalog-_-1909792_2178999_571355950-_-ShopStyle.com " target="_blank">Land's End, $23.97</a>

: This <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/usa/day-dresses/rose-printed-midi-dress/invt/azz62577/?cm_sp=Recently%20viewed-_-Product%20Detail-_-azz62577" target="_blank">sheath dress</a> is the perfect silhouette to play with prints. The classic cut of the dress will have you puling it long after the print trend descends from its ladder of success. <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/usa/day-dresses/rose-printed-midi-dress/invt/azz62577/?cm_sp=Recently%20viewed-_-Product%20Detail-_-azz62577" target="_blank">BooHoo.com, $40</a> Kéla Walker is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated producer and TV host, who has contributed lifestyle and entertainment content for outlets including NBC’s LXTV, Getty Images, YRB Magazine, Madame Noire, and RTL Germany. She also has a passion for fashion and offers the latest in fab fashion trends and consumer deals with <a href="http://www.kelaskloset.com/" target="_blank">KelasKloset.com</a>. Her chic style and trendsetting blog has been lauded by sites including Essence.com and Huffington Post Black Voices.