Post by Honeylioness on Feb 24, 2011 15:55:11 GMT -5
This was written on 24 February 2011 in response to a woman seeking ideas about a more Business-Like wardrobe
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Without knowing what line of work your boss is in, and just going from the comment about sharing office space I would count the list below as my basic business clothing:
* 3 skirts: knee length or a bit longer. A-line or other simple clean lined cut. Black, Navy, Khaki or Brown
* 2 pairs pants: Again, simple classic lines, not too tight. Black and another color you wear a lot like brown or dark green
* Blouses/shirts: at least three white button down shirts - like men's dress shirts. One black, a couple in other flattering colors.
* Cardigan: at least one, I would go for three in different colors to coordinate with your bottom pieces
* Suit Jacket or Blazer. I would recommend a black one to match a skirt and slacks. You can get the impression or look of a suit without the expense.
* A couple of nice solid colored tank tops to layer under the button down shirts
* One good pair black mid-heel pumps or loafers
* At least one other pair of dress loafers or pumps
* Scarves
With the basics above you can mix and match in a large variety of ways. Scarves can be draped, wrapped, rolled etc to provide a shot of color and style without the need for trendy separates that will look outdated in a year. You can also vary the look of your outfit with unique pins or brooches.
Some ideas for buying these items at less cost:
I buy a LOT of my button down shirts, jackets, scarves, brooches and other accessories at places like the Salvation Army or Goodwill stores. I regularly find near mint condition men's cotton or cotton blend dress shirts for under $4 each. Some even have French cuffs which I prefer as I have a nice collection of cuff links.
I am a plus sized woman and actually prefer men's shirts and jackets to womens. Mens are cut with more room in the torso and tend not to bind across the "girls" like most women's shirts do.
I have also been able to find simple basic cardigans there as well for under $10 each. This frees up the budget to let you invest in a good quality pair of basic pumps to wear almost every day to work.
I have also had good luck at Sears finding simple front button skirts in solid colors. They are a cotton blend and stand up well to repeated washings. The line name is Classic Element.
Hope this helps.
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Without knowing what line of work your boss is in, and just going from the comment about sharing office space I would count the list below as my basic business clothing:
* 3 skirts: knee length or a bit longer. A-line or other simple clean lined cut. Black, Navy, Khaki or Brown
* 2 pairs pants: Again, simple classic lines, not too tight. Black and another color you wear a lot like brown or dark green
* Blouses/shirts: at least three white button down shirts - like men's dress shirts. One black, a couple in other flattering colors.
* Cardigan: at least one, I would go for three in different colors to coordinate with your bottom pieces
* Suit Jacket or Blazer. I would recommend a black one to match a skirt and slacks. You can get the impression or look of a suit without the expense.
* A couple of nice solid colored tank tops to layer under the button down shirts
* One good pair black mid-heel pumps or loafers
* At least one other pair of dress loafers or pumps
* Scarves
With the basics above you can mix and match in a large variety of ways. Scarves can be draped, wrapped, rolled etc to provide a shot of color and style without the need for trendy separates that will look outdated in a year. You can also vary the look of your outfit with unique pins or brooches.
Some ideas for buying these items at less cost:
I buy a LOT of my button down shirts, jackets, scarves, brooches and other accessories at places like the Salvation Army or Goodwill stores. I regularly find near mint condition men's cotton or cotton blend dress shirts for under $4 each. Some even have French cuffs which I prefer as I have a nice collection of cuff links.
I am a plus sized woman and actually prefer men's shirts and jackets to womens. Mens are cut with more room in the torso and tend not to bind across the "girls" like most women's shirts do.
I have also been able to find simple basic cardigans there as well for under $10 each. This frees up the budget to let you invest in a good quality pair of basic pumps to wear almost every day to work.
I have also had good luck at Sears finding simple front button skirts in solid colors. They are a cotton blend and stand up well to repeated washings. The line name is Classic Element.
Hope this helps.
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