Let’s face it, most of the stuff in magazines isn’t workplace appropriate. Mile-high skirts and heels, gauzy see-through fabrics, and enough leather studding for an S&M magazine.
So I made it my goal to translate some of the top fall trends into selections of office-ready pieces. Here are my picks for these trends: tailored, military, jewel tones, and layering prints.
Tailored
Left to right: Ponte peplum sheath dress, $148 at Ann Taylor; Shrunken ruched sleeve blazer, $110 at Topshop; Poplin top with crew neck by Dries Van Noten, $250 at Browns; Single-breasted wool blend jacket by Anna Molinari, $302 (sale) at The Outnet.
Military-Inspired
Double breasted military coat, $190 at Topshop; Military pocket blouse by See by Chloe, $335 at La Garconne; Petite black military pencil skirt, about $30 at Debenhams; Linea Pelle medium dylan leather zip tote, $425 at The Trend Boutique.
Jewel Tones
Coddington suede platform pumps, $228 at J.Crew; Emerald green stud earrings, $30 at Fantasy Jewel Box; Jewelbox briella dress in aubergine, $395 at Kate Spade; Double serged pencil skirt in bronze ocher, $118 at J.Crew.
Layered Prints
Franny animal print PVC tote by Marc by Marc Jacobs, $330 at Net-a-porter; Silk-chiffon skull print scarf by Alexander McQueen, $195 at Farfetch.com; Pointy floral printed flats by AKA, $75 at Yesstyle; Helene Berman bow satin dress, $168 at Nordstrom.
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Love this post. Ordering the J. Crew skirt now (Helene Berman dress on the wishlist). Keep up the great work! Love the site!
This is a great post but I wish you posted some more affordable options!
Yeah, I get that a lot. I’ll work on a more affordable version. :)
ooh, i love the last batch…especially the idea of wearing them all together. what can i say, “classic” and “mature” just aren’t really my style :)