Fashion Clothing What to Wear When You Have a Fancy Event After Work By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on November 2, 2016 @ 07:30AM Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Courtesy Shop the look: 1. & Other Stories necklace, $45; stories.com 2. J. Crew turtleneck, $40; jcrew.com 3. Helmut Lang top, $320; net-a-porter.com 4. Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, $750; shopbop.com 5. Acne Studios sandals, $250; theoutnet.com 6. Proenza Schouler skirt, $1,190; theline.com The only thing more stressful than figuring out what to wear to your 9-to-5 job is piecing together an outfit that works for the office and a fancy affair you're obligated to attend (it's why the holiday season is the most anxiety-ridden time of the year, sartorially speaking). A few pointers: Work within a versatile, easy-to-navigate color scheme, like black and white, so that you can play with mixed prints for the office without compromising polish (we suggest a classic clash, like florals and stripes). Then, once you clock out, take your look to the next level with a chic black tank (to break up the patterns and add structure), a dainty chain-strap purse, and sleek strappy stilettos. Now that that's settled, brush up on your small talk, and you're all set. —Market by Stephanie Araujo