Alterations • Sizes 0 – 24 • Petite to Plus

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Shop by Occasion · Arlington, VA · DC Metro

Workwear for women who lead, from the office to the hearing room

Executives, department heads, board members, attorneys, and professional women across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia come to us for beautifully tailored workwear. Jackets, pants, dresses, and separates that look polished in the boardroom and on camera, mix easily, and travel without wrinkling, in sizes 0 to 18 with complimentary styling and alterations in house.

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Black tailored blazer over a white shirt with slim black trousers

Dressing for the job you actually have

In Washington, what you wear to work carries weight. Your days run long, the meetings run back to back, and some days end with a panel, a camera, or a committee. You need pieces that look as polished at 8pm as they did at 8am, travel without wrinkling, and work together so getting dressed isn’t one more decision.

Our personalized service and years of experience are complimentary.

At Crystal Boutique in Arlington, in the heart of the DC metro, you work with experienced stylists who know how to dress professional women. Tell us about yourself, your career, and your lifestyle, and we’ll help you choose dresses, jackets, skirts, and pants that work together, so a few pieces give you a full wardrobe.

We dress professional women in sizes 0 to 18, regular, petite and plus, with in-house alterations so every jacket and trouser fits the way it should. Women come to us from across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and DC, from Arlington and Alexandria to McLean, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase.

Every day, and the days that count

Most of your wardrobe works hard every day. A few pieces have to be perfect for the moments you’re on the record.

Magenta and navy floral shirt dress with long sleeves
Monday to Friday

Every day at the office

Tailored jackets, sheath dresses, and trousers that work together, in fabrics that travel well and don’t wrinkle through a day of meetings. A few well chosen pieces that mix into weeks of outfits.

Green and cream tweed jacket with ruffled trim over a green pencil skirt
Testimony, panels, and camera

When you're on the record

When you’re testifying, speaking, or on camera, the right jacket does a lot of the work. Your stylist will help you find the shape and color that let people focus on what you’re saying.

One jacket or a whole wardrobe?

Some women come in for one great jacket. Others want a season’s wardrobe that works together. Our stylists do both, and they’ll help you choose pieces that work with what’s already in your closet.

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Made to fit you

The right look depends as much on fit as on style. That’s why an hour in our fitting room beats a week of browsing.

Petite

Proportion is everything at 5’4″ and under. Our stylists and designers know exactly what works for a petite frame.

Plus, to size 18

A real selection in your size, never an afterthought. Our stylists know how to find the shape that flatters you.

Altered to you

The fit is everything. Our in-house alterations make sure every jacket and trouser you take home is altered for an exquisite finish.

Designers we carry for work

Lines built for women with full calendars, chosen for tailoring and fabrics that look as good at the end of the day as they did at the start.

Shan
Sorella
Richard Grand
Our Own Collection
Marc Cain

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Book a fitting, and we'll assign a stylist just for you

Tell us about your workday, your style, your favorite colors, and any important events on your calendar. We’ll have an experienced stylist ready to help you find the right pieces for your professional wardrobe, whether you’re dressing for everyday business, a presentation, a board meeting, or a big event.
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Joel

Your personal shopper

Sharika

Color & Styling Expert

Annick

Daytime, Eveningwear

Christie

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Nikki

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Tiggy

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Questions women ask us about workwear

What should I wear to testify or speak on a panel?

A well fitted jacket in a clear, solid color over a simple top or dress. Keep jewelry quiet, choose a neckline that suits a lapel microphone, and make sure you can sit comfortably for a long time without anything pulling or riding up.

What colors look best on camera?

Solid jewel tones like cobalt, emerald, and deep red, along with navy and gray, look polished on screen. Very fine stripes and small checks can shimmer on camera, and bright white can glare, so save those for the office.

How do I build a work wardrobe that doesn't feel repetitive?

Start with a few jackets and trousers or skirts that all work together, then add dresses and tops that change the feel. Ten or twelve pieces that mix well will give you weeks of outfits. Your stylist can put that together with you in one visit.

What fabrics hold up best for long workdays?

Italian crepe, modern scuba fabrics, viscose blends, and knitwear are all excellent choices for a busy schedule. They’re comfortable, keep their structure from morning meetings to evening events, resist wrinkling, and travel well.

Do you have workwear in petite and plus sizes?

Yes. Sizes 0 to 18, petite and plus, with in-house alterations so jackets fit through the shoulders and trousers are hemmed to your shoes.

Where are you, and is there parking?

We’re at 2231 Crystal Drive, Suite 300, in Arlington, on the third floor above the Starbucks, in the same building as Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Reagan National Airport is one minute away, so we’re an easy stop. Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm. See directions and parking →