Five ways to look fashionable in the workplace
This post was written in collaboration with Simon Jersey.
Looking stylish day in and day out when you go to work is not as hard as it seems, even if you work in a corporate environment.
But even if the workplace is casual, it's good to look good at all time, because your professional attire brings about a certain impression of yourself and how you approach your job.
Here are five ways to stay fashionable in the workplace.
Five ways to look fashionable in the workplace
1. Colour, colour, colour!
People think that working in the corporate world means that you have to look dull and boring all the time, but why look like that? You could always stand out.
I love wearing bold colours so add to touch of shade to your work outfit, such as pink, orange, red, blue or purple. Colour-coordinate or add two or three different block colours.
2. Play with grey.
There are so many different shades of grey to wear, so experiment. You could even try out variations of similar shades, such as blue-grey or dusty/greyish pink.
3. Diversify your look.
Change up your work outfit every single day of the week. Plan what you're going to wear the evening before. One day you could wear a patterned suit, the next day you could wear a skirt and blouse, and the day after that wear a pencil dress - such as these Simon Jersey work dresses! Also, update your work wardrobe from time to time (e.g. every season.)
4. Keep your makeup look simple.
A touch up is great for your look, but don't overdo it. Opt for the 'less is more' or the 'no makeup' makeup looks.
5. Don't forget to accessorise!
Accessories are great for adding that extra definition to your outfit. Wear a little bit of jewellery, pick out your favourite bag, wear a snazzy pair of shoes and add a hair band or pins to your hair.
Working from home?
Okay, so I must admit, I work in a casual environment and I sometimes work from home so the 'corporate work attire' lifestyle doesn't really apply to me. Most of the time, I work in my stay-at-home clothes/loungewear. I like to feel comfortable but I do have a morning and evening routine and I still get up and get ready to get to work.
From time to time, if I know I'm going out somewhere - especially if I am socialising or networking - then I normally wear a casual/smart-casual outfit. If you work from home I'd recommend dressing up a little bit and getting ready for the day as it would put you in a productive mood.