express blouse; zara skirt; kate spade nylon tote; juicy couture bracelet; pour la victoire suede pumps
The general consensus: Mondays suck. It means back to school or work for most and a whole ‘nother five days until it’s the weekend again. And while we can’t escape the beginning of the week, we can certainly lessen the blow with some kickass heels. With another long week ahead, these bright red suede pumps will surely help me start it off on the right foot.
express skirt; rosegold heels; juicy couture wallet/clutch
For over a year now, I’ve had this neon green skirt sitting in my closet without any idea what to do with it. When I bought it online, the color was called “citronelle” and it didn’t look nearly as intense as it does in person (even the picture doesn’t do it justice). So for a year, I let it sit in my closet while it taunted me with its radioactive glow.
I finally decided to take a stab at incorporating the skirt into an outfit by balancing the intensity of the neon with neutral pieces. Paired with a dark gray top and my new favorite cut-out nude heels (perfect for elongating the legs), the neutrals let the neon shine without blinding any bystanders.
A neon outfits is definitely manageable when tamed with the right neutral pieces. And my favorite neutral accessory happens to be furry and scurrying through the bottom photo.
express blouse; f21 skirt, coach tote; js suede pumps
It’s easy to fall into a habit of wearing monotone outfits at the office, but I love the challenge of incorporating my personal style into the work week. Ever since I misplaced my favorite charcoal gray skirt (seriously, I feel like a lost a little part of me with it missing), I’ve had to conjure up some new work appropriate looks.
By now, you know that my personal dress code mandates the use of color and there’s no better way to satisfy that requirement than with a few jewel-toned pieces contrasted against a crisp, white button-up. The tote is one of my favorite bags because it incorporates even more colors while being sturdy enough to carry all of my school/work/personal necessities (which usually include a pair of flip flops for more serious walking distances).
I definitely encourage you to incorporate your personal style into your work wear, but if you’re starting a new job, get a feel for the office before you don anything flashy. When I first started my current job, I suited completely up, slacks (bleh) and all. After a while, I got to know my co-workers and they got to know me — professionally and then stylistically.