I purchased this pair of khaki green trousers from Banana Republic and I have been desperate to create a style suitable for the workplace for ages.
Khaki green is an easy colour to wear but depending on the style of the item, sometimes I do second guess myself as to whether it is a suitable look for the office.
Fortunately, as workplace fashion goes, workplaces more often than not I find now have adopted a smart casual approach to dress code providing you are presentable.
Hey Sweeties,
How gorgeous has the weather been this week, so hot! I hope it continues into the weekend!
The below outfit was worn on Wednesday -the hottest day on record- so knowing it would be so hot (but fortunately our office has air con that sometimes can feel like you’re sat in the arctic), I needed to wear something that was super simple, not layered but loose enough so that I didn’t get too uncomfortable sat at my desk and this stripey dress fitted the bill perfectly!
My legs do not seem to photograph well in these strappy heeled sandals but these were a great addition to the outfit to still keep it all formal enough for the office, while adding in a summery vibe.
Summer style ideas for work outfits is something a lot of us search for. In winter, we tackle the cold weather by layering and for fashion bunnies, this is actually a really fun and easy way to create new looks.
In summer, we wear less which means the pieces we choose need to work harder on their own, and although for the most part summer attire looks effortless, it is often far from it but where accessories really come into play.
My new workplace operates a business-casual rule Monday – Thursday and on Fridays, it’s casual. Much like my previous workplace (where it was actually far more corporate), I loved finding looks that injected a bit of colour and fun into an outfit and this hasn’t changed. Also, since lopping my long locks off (here), I have been loving my new look and I have been eagerly anticipating the summer to work a new, fresher style.
So with that all in mind, here is how I might be wearing the selection of new pieces I bought recently.
A black t-shirt is a black t-shirt but it is such a wardrobe staple and can pretty much be worn with anything. That being said, there is such a thing as too much black & in the summer this should be avoided where possible. This outfit would be perfect for casual Friday.
Patterned skirt with a simple black top and flats
Hey Sweeties,
As you all know (or at least should do by now), I have recently changed roles and a new job means a new wardrobe and a chance to freshen up my (work) image; for the purpose of this post, means a great opportunity to go shopping!
Hey Sweeties,
Ok ok, I apologise, the outfit you are about to see you have already seen BUT, my photoshoots in the work lift for the most part have now ceased (they now take place in the garden!). So today I thought would be an opportunity to show one of my favourite work outfits in much better light and thus, in much better detail.
Shirt: New Look
Cardigan: New Look
Skirt: New Look (I think)
Tights: Primark
Shoes: Office
This is such an easy way to inject a bit of fun into the workplace and I quite like the preppy feel of the look. I usually wear the sleeves of my cardigan rolled up so you really get the full effect of the shirt otherwise it would only be seen from the fron which would be a shame.
Until next time x