Dressing to impress doesn’t always have to involve donning your perfectly-tailored pinstripe women’s suit. Sometimes, it takes a perfectly-coordinated casual outfit to make an impression in an environment as demanding as the office.
Learn how to achieve a professionally casual look that you will be proud to wear for a day in the office. These celebrities should serve as a good inspiration:
1. Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra Ambrosio leaves a business meeting in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, California on May 13, 2015
Look for the best form-fitting button down shirt, and tuck the hem into your high-waisted pants. If it’s a pair of wide-legged trousers just like Alessandra’s, even better. Accessorize with a belt and a pair of high-heeled sandals.
Get the Look:
Crippen Yasmine Trousers, $545.00 at Shopbop
ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo BF Dress Shirt, $185.00 at Shopbop
Club Monaco Melynda Belt, $99.00 at Shopbop
MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Selma’ Large TZ Satchel, $231.45 – $399.99 at Amazon
Schutz ‘Dubia’ Sandals, $54.60 – $180.00 at Amazon
2. Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba spotted leaving the Gentle Wellness Center in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, California on April 25, 2015
Casual jeans can look polished too. Just wear a button down shirt with them and cap off the look with a white moto jacket. Instead of flats, you can take it up a notch by wearing a pair of pumps.
Get the Look:
IRO.JEANS Keazan Boyfriend Jeans, $244.00 at Shopbop
Current/Elliott The Prep School Shirt, $198.00 at Shopbop
BB Dakota Dakota Collective Nia Moto Jacket, $247.50 at Shopbop
Jeffrey Campbell Open Case Flats, $135.00 at Shopbop
Marc by Marc Jacobs Lip Lock Cross Body Bag, $328.00 at Shopbop
3. Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon spotted leaving her office in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California on February 27, 2015
A cozy sweater can look just as sharp as your tailored garments. Layer it over a collared shirt, team it up with a pair of black pants and then accessorize with a pair of booties.
Get the Look:
Paige Denim Transcend Verdugo Ultra Skinny Jeans, $169.00 at Shopbop
Vince Mercerized Texture Sweater, $197.50 at Shopbop
Theory Luxe Tenia Button Down Blouse, $245.00 at Amazon
Aquazzura Walk This Way Booties, $795.00 at Shopbop
ZAC Zac Posen Eartha Soft Top Handle Bag, $495.00 at Amazon
4. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley returning to her hotel in New York on May 13, 2015
Get an oversized knitted sweater and wear it with skinny pants. To make sure you still look professional, add a sharp-looking blazer. Blazers never fail to add that classy touch.
Get the Look:
J Brand 811 Mid Rise Skinny Jeans, $158.00 at Shopbop
MM6 Techno Rib Pullover, $395.00 at Shopbop
James Jeans Ponte Combo Blazer, $273.00 at Shopbop
Marc by Marc Jacobs Too Hot To Handle Satchel, $398.00 at Nordstrom
Would you try any of these outfits the next time you dress up for work?
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