Whatever your profession, here’s what to wear for the job you want, not the one you have.

If you work in a sprawling office with lots of employees, then it’s possible the main impression the decision makers have of you will be a superficial one: how you dress. Whether you’re in a cubicle or a corner office, when it comes to deciding who gets promotions and pay rises, what you wear and how you wear it can be key determining factors.

To help you stand out for all the right reasons, our style editors have put together five looks for different white-collar jobs – from advertising to law to finance – which collectively illustrate some useful tips about combining colours, patterns and textures. Here’s how to be the smartest guy, as well as the smart choice.