FASHION SENSE: 9 to 5 chic

 

When dressing formal to work limits us to what we can wear, we often end up with office slacks and shirts mostly in black and white.

It is important that you feel confident while looking smart, sophisticated, independent and sleek but how?

Here, i am listing down 5 basic must haves in your wardrobe for a chic sophisticated look while at work

#1: Basic turtle necks

GO crazy with your collection of turtlenecks.

Go for basic colours; black, white, nude to pastels such as soft pink, orange, purple to bold colours such as red, fuschia, neons and so on.

You can never go wrong with this one. Pair it with a jacket and you are good to go.

This would be hijabers best friend too. Sophisticated while keeping everything "hidden" :)

#2 : Ankle length pants or midi culottes

Ankle length pants creates a modern look. 

Pair it with a matching slim fit blazer or just a plain white shirt. 

If you already have a straight cut slacks, you can either alter it to make it more fitting and fold it ankle length or cut it shorter to transform into a pair of midi length culottes.

#3 : Silk scarves

Scarves can help accentuate your look.

Just grab a pair of round neck t-shirt (plain or stripes), a jacket or a blazer and wrap scarves around your neck. Dont know how to tie the scarves? just hang it around your neck!

Best accessory ever!

#4 : Structured long jacket

You had a hard day at work the day before and dont feel like dressing up.

Just grab a pair of structured long jacket. Pair it with black leggings and a blouse or go minimal with a simple plain dress.

  













#5 : That tweed jacket

Invest on a pair of tweed jacket.

Tweed jacket can be quite pricey but there are affordable ones selling at MNG and ZARA.

When putting on a tweed jacket, do not overdress yourself.

Keep everything else simple .

Loose all chunky jewelleries and heavy patterned top or trousers.

  

My tips: If you do not want to look boring and dull like the rest of your work mates,

get your working clothes at any high street brands and experiment. Do not go for brands that are corporate attire specific.