Most of you know I work outside the house…up until January it was full-time…but thanks to healthcare reform, our positions have all been temporarily cut to part-time. (I’m not trying to spark a political debate here…yes reform was necessary, yes it helps a lot of people, yes it also hurt a lot of people.)
The cut-back has been a blessing and a curse. The extra hours at home and with the kids have been great, but getting all the work done has been a challenge (the hours were cut, not the work-load). Fortunately, our office environment has always been casual, and even though I prefer to dress up most days, I still pull the jeans out on more than just ‘Casual Friday.’
I figured many of you have occasions where jeans are acceptable, but you still want to look pulled together, so I thought I’d share {3 Ways} Dressed Up Denim.
Basically any tops you’d wear with slacks or skirts, you can make work-appropriate with the right jeans. Dark rinse with no holes or distressing are both polished and flattering, and a slightly relaxed fit is more conservative for office environments. You don’t want your boss to think you’re headed to the club after work, or worse, that you came in straight from the club. #daclub
I also pare down my accessories, and use them to lend a dressier feel (like pearls). Here are three examples of how I dress up my jeans for work in the Winter.
Leopard Belt (similar) | Pendant Necklace | Pearl Cluster Bracelet (similar) | Bag (similar)
Round Toe Leopard Pumps (similar) | Aviators | Pendant Necklace (similar)
Do you have a habit of hiking up your jeans in public? I guess I do too, but here’s why I’ll never do it again. Apparently it’s a full-body motion to pull mine up?!? #busted
Of course we had the obligatory Maggie photobomb. I figured since she insisted on being in the picture, I’d have her sit and pose. You can see how well she obeys.
What’s your office dress code? Do you work your denim on more than just Fridays? #seewhatIdidthere Happy weekend, lovebugs!
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