18 must-have wardrobe accessories

By: September 15, 2010

So you look good for all the right reasons

We all know our wardrobes need the essentials — great suit, classic white shirt and go-anywhere dress pants — but it’s the well-accessorized associate who gets noticed. Here, we show you how to stand out from the pack

Ladies

NecklaceNECKLACE

Mix business and pleasure with an office-appropriate chunky necklace.
Banana Republic, $74

WalletWALLET

From miniature to moderate, a polished business card case and a folding wallet are investments worth making.
Hermès, $770-$1,610

WatchWATCH

Tracking your billable hours never looked this good.
Longines, $1,200

ScarfSCARF

Tie on a splash of colour with a delicately printed silk scarf.
Hermès, $395

BagBAG

Tote a winning portfolio in a hobo meant for business.
Town Shoes, $225

BeltBELT

Accent your assets with a slim belt.
Banana Republic, $62

 

Lip glossLIP GLOSS

Gloss over the competition with a neutral but flattering lip hue.
Estée Lauder, $22

HeelsHEELS

Step into the well-heeled set with the perfect pump.
Banana Republic, $120

 

Gents

SatchelSATCHEL

A stellar bag separates the men from the boys.
Ghurka, $1,050

Money clipMONEY CLIP

Use this majestic money clip and pick up the tab with class.
Salvatore Ferragamo at Harry Rosen, $130

SocksSOCKS

Outlaw the basic black sock in favour of a sneaky print.
Banana Republic, $11

BeltBELT

A solid leather reversible belt goes with any pant in your closet.
Gap, $55

Cuff linksCUFF LINKS

Cross your t’s, dot your i’s and link your cuffs.
Boss Black at Harry Rosen, $75-$135

Pocket squarePOCKET SQUARE

Add a hit of old school flare to a standard suit with a silk pocket square.
Salvatore Ferragamo at Harry Rosen, $110

TiesTIES

Narrow ties keep a business look fresh and modern.
Strellson, $95 each

WatchWATCH

Mix metal and leather in a nononsense timepiece.
Longines, $1,000

ShoesSHOES

Put your finest foot forward in a tidy lace-up.
Boss Black at Harry Rosen, $350

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