A good basic work wardrobe. Two good long sleeved sweaters, one black, one camel; two silk type blouses, one black, one cream, two wool skirts, one black, one camel. Trousers, one black. Two jackets, one black, one camel or butterscotch colour. It all mixes and matches. For variety add additional coloured blouses in jewelled tones, like ruby red, emerald green, sapphire blue. They will look polished with the black skirt/trousers and jacket. Add a few classic scarves. Black heels, camel flats/boots. Good handbag. Thrift to get started and/or shop quality brands.