I usually get asked about ideas for work wear so I would like to share some of my thoughts with you - I should turn this into a regular series. Hopefully these outfits will help you if you are struggling for inspiration first thing in the morning.
I like to combine both elegance and comfort in my day wear and I have included outfits for the office, students and mums, because they work too !
Smart Casual
For the smart casual look I suggest simple lines and minimal accessories. The wide leg trousers add a classic touch and the grey shirt dress is pure elegance, its a LOSVE piece so I am going to say that right!. The jewelled shoes complement the look ensuring it is smart without making it formal.
LOSVE Grey Short Dress, Mango Wide Leg Trousers, Carvela Low Heel Shoes
Casual outfit
For a casual look I love the grey LOSVE tartan long skirt, combined with a chunky knitted cardigan for a classical autumn feel. I will be layering this outfit so I have chosen a simple top in a light fabric with the cardi on top. The long skirt has plenty of detail so I used matching plain colours to complement the skirt. The low heel dark boots add the final touch to a this casual outfit.
LOSVE Tartan Long Skirt , Wallis Black Top, Warehouse Chunky Cardi, Top Shop Black Boots
Formal
If you need a formal look then dark colours are always safe (black, white and grey) - I will do another post soon for more adventures formal colours.
To make this outfit slightly different I chose a feminine long skirt and a funnel neck jacket. As the skirt is long I used mid high court shoes to add height to the overall look - I would avoid killer heels.
LOSVE Black long skirt Principles Ivory Blouse ASOS Black jacket FCUK Court shoes
Mum outfit
Being a mum is a busy 24×7 job especially If you have young children. As a mum of two I am always on the look out for practical clothes that also look good. So for the busy mums I suggest the following outfit.
The brown shirt dress is loose fit and the front buttons easily unfasten if you are breastfeeding. I went for dark shade colours as they are harder to stain - a big plus for mums with young kids. I paired the shirt dress with dark denim jeans for a stylish look. With the arrival of winter a warm coat is important, particularly if you walk frequently or push a pram. The flat brown shoes are practical, match the shirt dress and keep the colour scheme simple.
LOSVE Brown Shirt Dress Fat Face Jeans, Topshop Parka jacket, Barrats Casual Shoes
Student outfit
I have good memories from my days at university but I don’t miss the exams at all!. There is lots to do at uni including getting to those 9am lectures on time!. As as a student you have got to work on a limited budget but that doesn’t mean you need to look shabby.
This purple tunic shirt with flared jeans is a great combo. Purple is the new black for autumn winter 08 and this tunic is a practical item that you can add to many other outfits. The flared jeans have a great 70s retro look and the black coat adds a young trendy edge; combined with the flat ankle boots should keep you warm and dry and this winter, specially if you are some where wet like Manchester (UK)!
LOSVE Purple Tunic, ASOS Flared Jeans, Republic jacket, ASOS Boots
These outfits are a suggestion you don’t have to match them in the exact way I have done. You may need to adapt some of the items to suit your body shape and complexions - feel free to get in touch for specific advice.
Silvia - blog@losve.com
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