When you wake up and it is anywhere south of 40 degrees outside, the instinct is to wear a padded bear costume not a sleek professional ensemble.

Alas, the padded bear costume isn’t considered professional in most business settings.

I said most.

Because, what do I know about everything, right?

Perhaps you will find some inspiration from these easy separates to help you stay on your game with minimal time between those warm sheets and being fully dressed!

Turtleneck – H&M $24.95

Ponte Pencil Skirt in Navy – Boden $88

Salcombe Blazer in Grey Marl – Boden $148

Pencil Dress w/Shell Top w/Contrast Collar – ASOS $90.96

Cutaway Soft Blazer – Banana Republic $150

Checked Shift Dress – Zara $49.99 (was $90.99)

RAOUL Suede Paneled Twill Dress – The Outnet $166.50