Whether your office promotes business or business casual attire, you can be fashion forward. Sometimes putting on that suit everyday feels mundane, or maybe you get to wear jeans to work, but you feel like that gets boring after awhile too. Here are a few tricks that I use to spice up my outfit for the workplace, while still being work appropriate.
- Haute Hair – One easy way to spice up your outfit is to change your hairstyle. This is cost effective and you can change it up daily. One of my new favorite tricks is the sock bun. What I love about the sock bun is that it is easy, quick, and it is a great look to take from the work place to drinks with friends. Another great look to try is a pony, but you wrap a little bit of your hair around the hair tie to give a more sophisticated look. This is an especially good trick if you’re running late and don’t have enough time to blow dry/curl your hair.
- Appropriate Accessories – An obvious way to add a little flavor to any outfit is accessories. But, you don’t want to have too many because it can look tacky. In the words of Coco Chanel, “When accessorizing always take off the last thing you put on.” Wearing an oversized watch is a great accessory for the workplace. It has the essence of being fashion forward, while still being practical. Wearing a bold ring is a great piece that can change your outfit. I would recommend wearing one bold ring on one hand and if you must wear another ring, put it on the other hand and make sure it’s dainty, don’t want it to be too much. Have one statement piece, whether it be your watch, a ring, or necklace, but keep all other accessories to a minimum.
- Bold Blouses – Business clothing can be mundane and boring, finding a silk blouse with a fun print is a great way to add some flare. Go with a smaller print and vibrant colors, or a big print with subdued hues, so as to not scare your coworkers.
- Stylin’ Shoes – SHOES! Shoes are a great way to put a little funk in your step. With spring just a few days away adding a pop of color to your wardrobe is a great way to keep up with the trends. Neon pumps, while very in style, may not be appropriate for the work place. Go with a pale version of your favorite shade. Coral is big this spring!
- Marvelous Make-up – My last tip is to have some fun with your makeup. A few trends that are funky, yet appropriate are the cat eye and a rich lipstick color. Do one or other, but both of these looks can be taken from day to night. At the office keep your cat eye understated, but you can add to it for a great night look. With lipstick, like the shoes, don’t go too bold, but wearing a nice pink, coral, or understated red, can really add to your outfit.
These are just a few of my favorite tricks among many for women. Don’t worry guys I didn’t forget about you, look for my tips on how to be a fashionable male in the workplace coming soon.