Sadly, having a job often means spending as much (or more) time at the office as at home. In order to make our work environment more manageable and pleasant, we personalize our desk space, stash a cozy cardigan in a drawer for extra chilly days—and keep an arsenal of shoes within leg’s reach.
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But which shoes make the cut for office storage?
A pair of classic black (or nude) pumps is the first to come to mind. They’re timeless for a reason—they’re discreet enough for day-to-day wear, they complement almost any outfit, and when a dressier occasion arises, they can step up to the task.We rounded out our must-have picks after we took events (like after-work cocktails and long commutes home) and weather (from sunny days to unexpected rain showers) into consideration. Behold, flip through our comprehensive guide to which styles you need to make up your office shoe closet.
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