Winter mornings in New Zealand have a way of making you want to grab the nearest bulk layer and be done with it. The trouble is, you have a full day of work ahead — meetings, clients, maybe dinner afterwards — and a mismatched pile of warmth isn't going to cut it. The good news: with the right pieces layered the right way, you can be warm, comfortable, and polished from 8am to 8pm.
Here are five winter work looks we love this season, each built around the layering principle of: a polished base, a warm mid-layer, and a smart outer.
Look 1: The Classic Navy Anchor
Start with the Touch of Wool Tunic in Navy — it's mid-length, warm without bulk, and moves with you through a full day. Layer over Regular Stretch Crepe Pants in Navy for a tone-on-tone base that looks intentional rather than accidental. A wool-blend blazer from the Jackets collection finishes the look and adds structure for any meeting room. Ankle boots bring it home — see the full range at Ankle Boots.
Look 2: Warm Berry, Sharp Lines
The Touch of Wool Polo Jersey in Claret is one of this season's standout pieces — the polo collar reads formal without trying, and the claret colour adds warmth in both senses. Pair it with the Jacquard Ponti Xtra Short Pants in Black Pinstripe for a look that's tailored but completely comfortable, then add a dark knit cardigan from the Knit Jackets and Cardigans collection for warmth that comes and goes with the office thermostat.
Look 3: Charcoal and Calm
When you need an outfit that does the work without demanding too much of you, reach for the Touch of Wool Tunic in Charcoal Marle. Neutral, streamlined, and polished without being severe. Add Stretch Crepe Xtra Short Pants in Black — cut precisely for women under 5ft, so the hem sits exactly right — and a mid-length coat from the Coats collection for the commute. Flat ankle boots or loafers complete the look without adding height you didn't ask for.
Look 4: Colour-Forward, Confidence-First
If winter is when your wardrobe tends to retreat to greige, this one's the antidote. The Jumper in Raspberry is a genuine statement without being a costume — wear it over Regular Pants in Dark Indigo for a smart-casual pairing that works on a Friday or any day the meeting is a Teams call. Add a smart blazer when the occasion demands.
Look 5: The Print-Powered Workday
Printed garments earn their place in a winter work wardrobe because they do the visual heavy lifting on days when you want to look put-together without overthinking it. The Printed Blouse in Navy Abst Spot is a case in point — worn with Jacquard Ponti Regular Pants in Navy Double Stripe and a clean cardigan layer, it's an outfit that reads as curated and considered with minimal effort.
Ready to build your winter work wardrobe?
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