I love the challenge of working between the parameters of office rules but still managing to add your own twist and maintaining a “fashion led” look rather than a “boring led” one!
Workwear is one of those styles of dressing which seems pretty unexciting and dull but weirdly it’s one of my favourite to style. I love the challenge of working between the parameters of office rules but still managing to add your own twist and maintaining a “fashion led” look rather than a “boring led” one!
Every office is different so whether you work in an old school or new school environment, I’ve put together a couple of looks which, fingers crossed, will leave you inspired.
Old School Office Chic:
For those city workers that are required to wear shirts, tailored trousers and heels, I can totally sympathise with the daily struggle to add your stamp to your look. The best way to underscore your personality is through subtle details and bold accessories.
In this outfit, I went for low-slung grey wool trousers to give a much younger and fresher vibe. This fit feels much more in keeping with a young professional than boring ol’ office worker!
Outfit details; Trousers – tory burch (simiar here & here) | Shirt – Hawes & Curtis (find here) | shoes – dior (similar here & here) | Bag – mulberry (similar here & here) | necklace (belt worn as a necklace) – chanel (very similar here) | scarf – hermes (similar HERe and here)
Add elements of your favourite colour. I’m a pink girl, so my shirt has pretty pink details and I’ve echoed it in my shoes. Speaking of shoes, I made an effort to make a real statement with these sculptural heels. Don’t be afraid to go for a bold heel. Long term readers will know I’m rather partial to a statement shoe (you can read about a few HERE, HERE & HERE!). Never underestimate how stylish a shoe with a bright pop of colour or fun embellishments can look. If you’re on the hunt for something a bit bolder try ASOS, Sophia Webster or Chiara Ferragni.
I’m really into wearing my old Chanel chain belts as necklaces at the moment. Chain belts have slightly had their moment and are pretty off trend these days, so I’m loving that they can be readapted to bring it back up to date. It also seriously helps to justify the hefty price tag! You can check out how I wore the same belt in black as a choker HERE.
Dress Down Friday
A part of me wonders if “dress down Friday” is actually an urban myth as I don’t know a single office who actively follows the principle. For me, dressing down is all about a fab pair of kicks and anytime I get to wear trainers to the office I know it’s going to be a good day!
Outfit details: Dress – Topshop (similar HERE & HERE) | Shoes – Nike (similar here & here on sale) | Bag – Anya Hindmarch (similar HERE & here) | Belt – Louis Vuitton (find HERE) | Necklace – H&M (similar HERE & HERE)
Just because you’re wearing your trusty trainers doesn’t mean you have to look sloppy. There are so many great ways to incorporate comfy kicks into your workwear without losing that smart edge. Keep your look to a single muted palette, such as all black or all navy. I always think the key is to make the rest of your outfit so elegant and smart that whatever shoes you’re wearing it doesn’t detract from the rest of your look.
Also, use statement accessories to draw the eye towards those rather than your feet. By adding a fun bag, an oversized belt and statement necklace the last thing you notice is my Nikes. Other considerations include the colour of your kicks, are they a sophisticated tone and do they go with the outfit as a whole? Styles to go for are the Nike Blazer (worn here) or Adidas Stan Smiths. Both are classic and have a way of looking tailored and completing an outfit, rather than jarring with it.
Lovely outfit girlie, I love how you styled it.
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Loving those look, and those pants are perfect! xo, Sophia from http://www.sistersandglitters.com
Both of these looks are so cute, great styling
xo
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Love the looks
xx
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I’m also a huge fan of work wear. I especially love the black dress. So lovely.
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The second look is my favorite! I love the pairing of dresses and sneakers together. You styled it perfectly!
Best,
Christina
Looks by Lau
I love both these work outfits, girlie, they’re both relevant and stylish! I also love the tips you’ve shared on adding a personal touch to a work look because as you’ve mentioned, it can sometimes be difficult to do so due to dress codes. I’m really crushing on the button up shirt in the first look with the pink lining, so cute, and those heels are so fab! For the second look, I’m absolutely loving that LV waist belt, it’s now on my wish list 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you’re having the best start to your week so far!
XO,
Jalisa
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So classy sweetie
Kisses
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I loooove these. Your style is so flawless omg.
Amy;
Little Moon Elephant
Thank you so much lovely! xx
You better work it girl! Love both looks!
Funmi xx
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That is a fabulous look on you!
xx
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I also like the challenge of finding fun work looks. Loving both of these!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Such a classy look <3
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These two outfits are boith chic and comfortable!!! You are a goddess 🙂
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You make work wear looks so fun, classic, and chic!
Love it babe! Thanks for sharing 🙂
xoxo
Fe
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What great inspiration! I have also been thinking of work outfits and how to style something interesting lately. I love those statement heels, and in the other outfit, that bag – Tony the Tiger? – is something I would LOVE to have. Such
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You’re so gorgeous and love these work appropriate outfits! The tony the tiger bag is too cute!
Chelsea
Chow Down USA
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I love both of these looks! I work in a more conservative office so the traditional look with bold accessories is right up my alley!
OMG the black dress is amazing!!!! you look stunning 🙂
Have a wonderful day,
❤ Johanna.
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This is an exciting post from you as I can apply it to my work environment which pretty much where I am 5 days a week. I like the first outfit the most, it’s very elegant and classy. And yea, that Mulberry bag is a good size to carry all the necessities. Thanks for the inspo. You’re looking great as always.
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Hello,
Beautiful look ! 😀
Sarah, http://www.sarahmodeee.com/
I love both outfits, you are a great model 🙂
xoxo
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Love both looks! But the second one is my favorite. It’s casual and dressed up all at once!
Loving how you styled these! You are right, workwear doesn’t need to be boring at all, and you’ve proved that with these beautiful outfits. 🙂 <3
Kay
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So polished- and I love the structured heels, lady!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
I’m so digging these office chic looks! The scarf on your bag is a perfect touch!
Stephanie ● Sartorial Diner
Aw your work outfit is so cute! I love your dress down outfit too. Those Nikes are freaking amazing with that dress. This makes me want to up my work attire game haha. I don’t dress nice enough for work because I am too lazy. :p
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
Great “work” look – I have fallen for your gorgeous Dior shoes, what a pair !
Awww thanks girlies! xx
Awww sweetie, thank you so much! xx
Thanks doll!! xx
I know, I love this shirt! Every shirt should have pink. Hehe! xx
I love dresses with sneakers, it’s my favourite comfy/chic look! xx
Thank you so much lovely! xx
Yes of course I can do that! I will put a post together in the next few weeks xx
Thank you hunny xx
Aww thanks doll, that’s so lovely of you xx
Thank you doll! xx
Me too! Thank you so much your lovely comment hun xx
Awww thanks darling, that’s so lovely xx
That’s so great, I’m so glad it was helpful! Thank you for the gorgeous comment hun xx
You’re so sweet, thank you! xx
Absolutely! You got to keep it in keeping with your look! xx
Haha I LOVE this Tony the Tiger bag! It always makes me smile! xx
Thanks hunny! These shoes are one of my favourites, they’re pretty comfy too! xx
Thank you so much doll xx
Thank you hunny! I love that look too xx
Thank you darling! xx
Haha yea they’re pretty gorgeous! I love these shoes xx
I totally understand about being lazy! I find pre-planning my outfit the night before helps though! xx
Thanks darling! xx
Aww thank you so much Ashley xx
So glad you agree! Thanks doll! xx
Awww you’re the sweetest, thank you! xx
Thank you so much! xx
Awww thank you darling!! xx