How to Avoid the Ultimate Workwear Mistake

Making sure your clothes fit perfectly is always a good look — and never is it more important than at work. In everyday life, a not-so-great fit can be written off as a minor faux pas, but at the office, a bad fit can look sloppy, unprofessional, or in the worst-case scenario, get you called on the carpet for a stern talking-to. Unfortunately, these rules are trickier for women, who have a wider variety of 9-to-5 clothes to choose from than men do. But don’t worry — help is here.

We chose four key workwear items to show you exactly how they should fit your body. Keep these tips in mind the next time you shop for work, and you’ll always project competence, confidence, and, most importantly, avoid the dreaded HR office!

What do you get when you combine perfect style with perfect fit? Perfect confidence — and an outfit that’s your #PowerLook. Find yours with Yahoo Style’s complete guide to fashion to make you feel invincible, and post your #PowerLook that so it can be featured on our feed!