Let me get started by saying that since I started my professional career a few years ago, I have not once worked in an office with a formal dress code in place.
This is how I picture that code it in my head: black suit, white shirt, black low heels, simple jewellery. If you are lucky, jeans on casual Friday! This office etiquette always sounded so cliché to me, and maybe it’s just an urban legend and the workers of the City are the last stronghold of the trend, but to be honest I am glad I haven’t had to verify it myself 😉
While I see the convenience of a standard dress code, I have always preferred a bit of freestyle in the workplace and that was my inspiration for today’s look: a formal enough attire with blush accessories for a brightened–up office outfit.
I believe that nowadays most companies are more relaxed about the dress code of their employees (all the Californian start-ups come to mind right now), so as long as you are not dressing inappropriately for your workplace, monochrome is no longer the only option. Well, unless you wanna go for that sophisticated and classy look that a black & white attire will always achieve 😉
If you want to mix things up a little when planning your daily outfit, I suggest playing with the accessories: add a statement ring or necklace, a silky neck scarf, an original belt or some gorgeous shoes. This special element will become your punctum, the point of attention in your style composition.
I personally need my colour fix in almost every outfit, so even if these pale peachy pink clutch & shoes from ASOS are not a massive call for attention, they surely add a lil’ something to an otherwise boring look. Perfect for a client meeting or presentation. Plus the shoes are super comfy with their wide fit (thanks, ASOS!)
The dotted shirt was a real steal from Primark and it has proven a very versatile piece that I can dress up or down depending on the bottoms I add to it (jeans, my black culottes, a pair of white trousers, etc.)
Did you like this #BossLady style, glamistas?
Do you have to dress formally for your workplace or can you wear your baggy jeans & sneakers without being frowned–upon?
Let me know in the comments and have a great week!
Saida
{Primark Dotted Shirt} {H&M Blazer & Pleated pants}
{ASOS Shoes & Clutch} {Parfois Sparkle Ring} {COS Bronze Ring} {Primark Sunglasses – I ♥ them}
districtofchic1
7th April 2017 at 4:30 pmThis is such a great tip! I have a semi-conservative office and I find color is the best way to make things less boring!
District of Chic
Saida
9th April 2017 at 7:29 pmYes, totally agree! Would love to see your fun outfits for the office, lovely! Have a fab day Xx
yuka
7th April 2017 at 9:24 amI don’t have an office dress code too, and I’m so glad! It makes my life so much easier! you look amazing babe, love those pink heels!
http://www.prettyinleather.net
Saida
9th April 2017 at 7:27 pmHahaha, I am also very glad about that. Love to dress according to my mood every morning 🙂 Thank you for your sweet comment, girl!
La Caleya
7th April 2017 at 2:20 amLovely outfit and great photos!!
http://www.lacaleya.com
Saida
9th April 2017 at 7:21 pmYou are too sweet, thank you!!!
Ashley
6th April 2017 at 4:35 pmI’m always looking for ways to shake up my at-work style! Love this!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Saida
9th April 2017 at 7:20 pmThank you for visiting, lovely! Hope you have a great weekend Xx
Jacquard Flower
6th April 2017 at 8:24 amThis is a great outfit for work. Have a lovely day!
Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
rumeladey
5th April 2017 at 11:20 pmFabulous tips love your glasses.
My blog: RumelaTheShopaholic
Mel
5th April 2017 at 6:52 pmI love the nails!! They complement the blush accessories beautifully <3 …and add a touch of colour for when you're not holding the bag 😉
Saida
6th April 2017 at 8:43 amThank you my sweet Mel, I also like how the nail colour actually ended up popping up in the pics too! 🙂
Gabrielle
5th April 2017 at 6:31 pmAnd thank goodness dress-codes have eased up a little over the years! This is a great look on you; it’s smart and totally professional, and yet fun at the same time. Love your choice of blush accessories and YES to the turquoise manicure!
aglassofice.com
x
Saida
6th April 2017 at 8:50 amGabrielle, thank you so much for your kind words, I am also so thankful the black suits have left their place to more original and colourful office outfits 🙂 Glad you liked the look and hope that you return to my little corner :*
Marta Carvalho
5th April 2017 at 11:03 amThis outfit is super girly and fun, I love it! And by the way, those shoes are to die for 😀
LA VEINE
Saida
6th April 2017 at 8:48 amYou are too nice, Marta, so happy you liked the look! The shoes are definitely a great find from ASOS. Sending lots of love your way :*
Steal4Style
5th April 2017 at 10:05 amMe encanta este look formal! Tanto como estilismo de oficina como para una comida más formal. Yo en mi trabajo no tengo dress code, cada uno intenta ir lo más cómodo posible. Yo de hecho siempre tiro de pantalones que ya no me pongo y sudaderas. Aunque estoy intentando encontrar un equilibrio que me permita vestir un poco más arreglada sin perder comodidad, ya que nunca sé si tengo que acabar tirada por el suelo jajaja
Ya te lo dije en Instagram, pero es que esos zapatos son lo más!! Un post genial, me ha encantado leerlo. Un saludo!!
Steal4Style.com
Saida
6th April 2017 at 3:38 pmMuchas gracias por tu tiempo y palabras, bonita! A mi me encanta estar tirada por el suelo, la verdad, pero de vez en cuando también toca arreglarse y para ello unos taconcitos de colores o unos labios rojos nunca fallan 😉 Un beso
talesoftwo
5th April 2017 at 7:30 amI definitely prefer a free style in the workplace too ! Allows you to have some fun and let your personality show! Liking your take on the offiice look 🙂
http://www.talesoftwoblog.blogspot.com
Saida
6th April 2017 at 8:45 amYes, totally agree with showing a bit your personality in the office! Thank you for visiting and for your sweet words, lovely. Hope you have a great day! Xx
mainou
5th April 2017 at 6:19 amlove your outfit here!
-mainou
http://www.looksbymc.com
Saida
6th April 2017 at 8:46 amAh, thanks so much! Xx
Black Dress Inspiration
4th April 2017 at 10:37 pmLovely outfit
ww.blackdressinspiration.com
Saida
4th April 2017 at 11:34 pmThank you for vising, darling! Xx
The Dress Sense
4th April 2017 at 8:59 pmsuch a classy and elegant outfit 🙂 gorgeous!!!
Saida
4th April 2017 at 9:50 pmAhh thank you so much pretty girl! Xx
Vale Rousse
4th April 2017 at 7:39 pmLove the outfit! you look amazing!!!
Greetings from Chile
Vale
http://valerousse.blogspot.cl
Nina
4th April 2017 at 4:06 pmThis is such a pretty outfit. Love the bag and shoes.
Nina’s Style Blog
Saida
4th April 2017 at 6:37 pmYes, they are a match made in heaven 😉 Thank you so much for reading Nina and have a fab week, dear! Xx
Grace Sawford
4th April 2017 at 1:06 pmsuch a pretty outfit! love those glasses and shoes! you look amazing, girl!
have a great day!
Saida
4th April 2017 at 6:36 pmThank you lovely, that’s so sweet of you ♥ Same to you, happy Tuesday!
stylefrontier
4th April 2017 at 7:25 amtotally love this outfit!
xoxo
style frontier
Saida
4th April 2017 at 9:26 amYou are very kind, lovely Fhenny! Thanks you for visiting and have a fantastic week Xx
MM
3rd April 2017 at 9:04 pmEscribes muy bien…..
Saida
4th April 2017 at 9:23 amGracias por el apoyo constante, Ma, te quiero ♥
The Fashion Folks
3rd April 2017 at 9:00 pmI’ve never worked in a place with a classic office dresscode either, but yes, haha I think about it pretty much the same way you do! Playing with accessories sounds like a great way of adding some life and fun details though. Love the pops of colors and the matching of clutch and shoes. So good!
Have a lovely week Saida! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
Saida
4th April 2017 at 9:22 amHahaha, I know, it may just be how American movies tend to portrait high executives and “important” people’s dressing code? 🙂 Thank you for reading Mia, so glad you liked the outfit Xx
Carina
3rd April 2017 at 6:49 pmThe shoes and sunglasses are the perfect pop, so chic !
xo
http://www.carinavardie.com
Saida
3rd April 2017 at 7:08 pmThank you so much for your comment Carina, really glad you liked the look. Have a fab week! Xx
Patricia
3rd April 2017 at 6:32 amI love so much your look!! And your hair!!!
xoxo
https://www.donkeycool.es/
Saida
3rd April 2017 at 11:51 amYou are very sweet Patricia, thank you for visiting my little virtual corner 🙂
didieryhc
3rd April 2017 at 5:41 amSuch a chic look but I love the pop of fun with the peach clutch! Keep it up!
-Didier
http://www.didieryhc.com
Saida
3rd April 2017 at 8:59 amThank you so much Didier, reading your supportive words always makes me smile. Have a great day ahead :*
Siffat Haider
3rd April 2017 at 2:20 amLove this chic yet professional look. A coloured bag is a great idea!
xo
Siffat
http://icingandglitter.com
Saida
3rd April 2017 at 8:46 amMany thanks for reading, Siffat and so glad you liked this look! Hope you are having a great Monday so far Xx
Benita James
2nd April 2017 at 10:48 pmThis is a strong office look, I see myself wearing it. Love it! Happy new month dear.
Bernie, xx
The Style Fanatic
Saida
3rd April 2017 at 8:42 amThank you so much, sweetie! I know you would rock this one ♥ Have a fab week Bernie
emily
2nd April 2017 at 3:47 pmSuch a chic work look! I love the little pops of colour!
x Emily
http://shedoes.com.au
Saida
2nd April 2017 at 9:04 pmGlad you liked it Emily, I definitely think a little colour always goes a long way 😉 Have a great week!