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Easy, everyday outfits: no. 1

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What I Wore: Oct. 11 – 18

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The weather is cooling down and the outfits are heating up. Here’s what I wore last week.

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Clare Vivier – Skirt The Rules | NYC Style Blogger http://skirttherulesblog.com NYC Style Blogger Thu, 10 Jan 2019 02:53:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 The Key to Finding a Job You Love is Patience (and Pickiness) http://skirttherulesblog.com/2017/10/30/fuschia-shirtdress-for-work/ http://skirttherulesblog.com/2017/10/30/fuschia-shirtdress-for-work/#comments Mon, 30 Oct 2017 09:00:23 +0000 http://skirttherulesblog.com/?p=15467 Office Style Inspiration: Fuschia Shirtdress

Office Style Inspiration: Fuschia Shirtdress

Belted Short Sleeve Shirtdress (also comes in black and white stripes – both are on major sale and almost sold out!) / Leopard Clutch ($50 version here) / Rosegold Bangle Watch (c/o) / Ankle Strap Sandal

It’s no secret that I love my job. I started managing internal communications for a company that I love back in January and there are days that I still can’t believe this is what I get to do. I’ve also shared my very non-linear career path with you, but I thought I’d focus on more of the how I got to my latest adventure. As in — how long did it take me to find this job? And when is the best time to look?

Office Style Inspiration: Fuschia Shirtdress

The reality is that your job search could take a few weeks or it could take a few months. Both James and I moved to New York City without jobs. For me, it took about one and half months to land my first job. For James, it took him nearly four excruciating months to get hired. Both opportunities were our first gigs after grad school and considering we had just moved to one of the most expensive cities in the country, there was a heightened sense of urgency to land something — anything. I set up tons of coffee chats with college alum. I applied to anything and everything, including unpaid internships in the city and even an hour outside in Flushing Queens.

Bright Fuschia Dress and Leopard Clutch

That said, my first job was far from my dream job. I did marketing and communications for a few industry associations (like professional organizations you join to network with others to get their business). I didn’t even see it as a place I wanted to stay for more than a year, let alone even consider it a career. Within a few months of settling in, I already was looking for a new job — afterall, I had moved to New York with the goal of working in the fashion industry. It took me an entire year to make that move. I submitted dozens and dozens of applications to places like Refinery29, Conde Nast and other publications. I even had a few interviews, but sadly nothing panned out, most likely because editorial fashion is one of the hardest industries to break into. So I switched my focus into internal communications and found the perfect job for me then at ANN INC., the company behind Ann Taylor, LOFT and Lou & Grey. Nearly an entire year and half of working at a job I hated, patiently and persistently applying to other jobs, finally paid off.

Office Style Inspiration: Fuschia Shirtdress

Working at ANN was a dream — I got to flex my creativity, was exposed to the business side of the retail industry and worked with a tight-knit team that I really love. But by second year, I started to get the feeling that there wasn’t a growth opportunity for me there and I started to casually search again. This time, my job search felt a lot different from when I moved to New York and from when I was trying to desperately escape my first job. I wasn’t in a rush. I had the luxury of being a job that I actually enjoyed, which allowed me to really reflect and be picky about what my next move would be. That’s why it took me an entire year to land at JetBlue. During that time, I only applied to one other job — an internal communications role with Spotify (who I never ended hearing back from). It’s a stark contrast from my two prior experiences, right?

How to Wear Color in the Office

If you’re in a position to take your time with your job search, do it. Be patient, persistent and picky. You’re more likely to find a job that you actually love, instead of one that you’ll resent. Unfortunately, you might not always have that opportunity, especially if you’re right out of college. They you’ve got to start somewhere. Well, once you’re there, your next move will be up to you.

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Clare Vivier Leopard Flat Clutch

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]]> http://skirttherulesblog.com/2017/10/30/fuschia-shirtdress-for-work/feed/ 2 Can You Still Wear White After Labor Day? http://skirttherulesblog.com/2017/09/05/can-still-wear-white-labor-day/ http://skirttherulesblog.com/2017/09/05/can-still-wear-white-labor-day/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2017 09:00:50 +0000 http://skirttherulesblog.com/?p=15375 Summer Style Inspiration: Black & White Print Tie Front Slip Dress

Summer Style Inspiration: Black & White Print Tie Front Slip Dress

Tie Front Slip Dress (50% off!) / Leopard Clutch ($50 version here) / Layered Choker Necklace / Rosegold Bangle Watch (c/o) / Brown Suede Espadrille Sandals / Smashbox Lipstick in “Safe Word”

All your favorite bloggers probably started wearing fall clothes over a month ago (around the time of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale). As much as I love what they wear, I wouldn’t really use them as a gauge of what’s seasonally appropriate to wear right here, right now. Like you, I’m a normal person that prefers to dress according to the current forecast (instead of trying to sell you something that you’ll wear in two months). So here’s a question for you: can you still wear white after Labor day?

Summer Style Inspiration: Black & White Print Tie Front Slip Dress

The answer is a resounding YES! I’m the kind of person that is all for wearing whatever makes you feel comfortable. So if you’re a blogger wearing a suede jacket in 100°F weather for the ‘gram, by all means! But for real, don’t be pressured into dressing for fall just because pumpkin spice lattes are back. Depending on where you live, it might feel like summer for another solid month after Labor Day or maybe it really does feel like fall. Just know that you don’t have to tuck away those white summer dresses just yet!

Summer Style Inspiration: Black & White Print Tie Front Slip Dress White Star Print Midi Dress and Leopard Clutch

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Tie Front Slip Dress (50% off!) / Leopard Clutch ($50 version here) / Layered Choker Necklace / Rosegold Bangle Watch (c/o) / Brown Suede Espadrille Sandals / Smashbox Lipstick in “Safe Word”

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Navy Floral Dress (comes in 3 prints and 3 solid colors) / Rosegold Bangle Watch (c/o) / Gold Pave Ring / Gold Cuff (c/o) / Leopard Clutch (more affordable version here) / Brown Lace Up Sandals / Smashbox Lipstick in “Safe Word”

Sorry for the radio silence — I got carried away with my birthday celebrations, hopped on a flight to the South of France and didn’t once break out my laptop to blog. I’ve got a lot of fun travel content coming up in the next few weeks, but for now let’s keep this Hump Day post short and sweet.

I scored this navy floral dress during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, which just wrapped up on Sunday (so yes, I promise to stop talking about it after this!). The good news is, even at full price, it’s still only $45! You might have already seen me wearing it in white and black floral print. I’ve also worn it as a top under a skirt and will probably throw a chunky cardigan over it come fall. It comes in 3 floral prints and 3 solid colors, so believe me when I say this style is super versatile!

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Navy Floral Dress (comes in 3 prints and 3 solid colors) / Rosegold Bangle Watch (c/o) / Gold Pave Ring / Gold Cuff (c/o) / Leopard Clutch (more affordable version here) / Brown Lace Up Sandals / Smashbox Lipstick in “Safe Word”

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