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Create a Professional Outfit on the Cheap

By Meieli Sawyer, About.com

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Stop by the skirts to find the right office separate.

This traditional skirt shape by Liz Claiborne can be dressed both up and down.

Liz Claiborne

Bring any blazers you have found at the racks to the skirt section. With simple colors like charcoal gray, cream, tan, and some blues, you can pair blazers and skirts to create a unique suit look with flair.

  • Stick to Simple: You'll be able to mix more unusual pieces to create a suit if you use nondescript neutral colors.

  • Depend on Accessories: If you crave color, you can always mix that in with a bright blouse or a scarf. You can create a more polished appearance if you use your color as an underlayer.

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