Apologies for the lack of posts this week darlings. Work has been SUPER hectic! You know how it is. And speaking of work, I’ve been getting quite a few emails about what to wear to the office this season. Here’s one from Hyunjin:
i LOVE your blog. it is absolutely amazing. i was hoping you might be able to help — i’m starting work this summer at a high-power fashion-type company, and the dress is business casual. not only do i not have any business casual clothes, but i have no idea how to make it look fashionable. i don’t want to spend thousands, but how can i get an affordable wardrobe for work? thanks so so so much! – Hyunjin
Well aren’t you lucky! Sounds like it’s gonna be completely fabulous! To be honest, I never really understand dress codes like “business casual” or “tropical formal” – they’re kind of an oxymoron – and it sure doesn’t make our job of figuring out what to wear any easier, so I feel your pain.
You might as well have fun with it! It is a fashion company afterall! Take your power pants and pencil skirts and add a healthy dash of color. A vibrant print, some funky shoes and accessories are a must.
In this look, I used the pretty floral print top and worked the colors through the rest of the outfit with very simple pieces. You don’t want to have too much stuff competing for attention- all things in proportion. Decide on a focal point and work everything else around that.
Hope that gives you some ideas and good luck with the new job!
- H81 Red Rose Chiffon Top $22.90
- Target Mossimo Black Large Hobo $24.99
- AE Clean Chino
$39.50$29.95 - Forever21 Faceted Bead Necklace $10.80
- Target Love Knot Earring $12.99
- Payless Hilt Patent Pump
$19.99$17.99