Friday, September 30, 2011
In the leopard business
I usually take a few liberties with 'business professional' on days when I don't have as many meetings. Animal print is a trend that I fully embrace in my casual attire, and part of this blog is about incorporating my everyday style into work-appropriate looks. I am a firm believer that this can look very classy and sophisticated in an office setting as long as it's done right. By 'done right,' I mean:
1) nothing shorter than knee length
2) nothing inappropriately tight
3) no more than 1 animal print piece or accessory per outfit
4) keep the rest of the look simple and classic
4) behave like a lady*
*this is actually an everyday guideline, but I thought I'd just slip it in there for good measure
...so that's it. When you find yourself walking out the door wondering if your animal print is 'too much' - ask yourself this: "Will anyone who sees me today have any reason to reference Peg Bundy?" If the answer is YES- change clothes immediately. Please. If the answer is NO- have a great day, Gorgeous! ;)
Charter Club skirt (similar), Zara blouse, AT Loft necklaces (similar), Vince Camuto pumps, Michael Kors watch, F21 bracelet and rings, NY&Co earrings (similar), Francesca's Collection clutch (similar), DG shades from TJ Maxx (similar)
Labels:
Ann Taylor Loft,
Charter Club,
DG,
Forever 21,
Francesca's,
Michael Kors,
NYandCo,
Vince Camuto,
Zara
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you look absolutely stunning Sarah! Love the skirt and the necklaces :) very lady like :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday!
xxx,
Fashion Fractions
Love the animal print skirt! No Peg Bundy here. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteLove the Peg Bundy reference. Love this skirt! Gorgeous as always.
ReplyDeleteI often have to scale back my creativity for work when I really just want to mix patterns and rock the animal prints. You've really pulled this off. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWe need a Francesca's in Chicago stat...Love that clutch! Leopard can be done properly for work, I totally agree with you...if it is a dress, I suggest sleeves otherwise it can get too cocktail lookin ;)
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS! Perfectly acceptable for the office. Its a fun professional look and so chic!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great business look yet still on trend! love your 'done right' tips! Very cute!
ReplyDeletei love this skirt! you look amazing.
ReplyDeleteSo chic! I LOVE that leopard skirt! The whole outfit is gorgeous. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteI want that skirt! I like the way you put it together :)
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This look is absolutely amazing! You made it very work appropriate and not Peggy Bundy at all! Love it!
ReplyDeleteHeather
You are so gorgeous! I adore this outfit. The skirt is perfection! xx
ReplyDeleteLove this look and your tips on appropriate business attire. This skirt is one I need to find!! - Katy
ReplyDeleteLOOOOOOOOVE! That is a MOST fabulous leopard print skirt. I love the balance of the slightly loose blouse with the slim pencil skirt. The skirt looks FAB on you! LOVELY LOVELY!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing..I love this classic (with a twist) look.
ReplyDeleteI will admit I do have a tight, somewhat short leopard print dress that I love to wear...it definitely breaks all the rules...but I don't wear it to work (wait I don't work..haha)...and I only wear it with my daughter if I'm wearing tights under it..haha
Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired
So elegant... I LOVE the skirt!!! Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteum...stunning!! That skirt is hot sauce and you are workin it!! Happy weekend lady. xo
ReplyDeleteWow. This is animal print done right for the office. Super-classy!
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Oh, I'm loving this leopard business Sarah! You look classy and sophisticated. Sorry that I haven't been replying to your comments as frequent - school has been getting quite hectic!
ReplyDeleteSarah, I love the Peg Bundy reference! HAHAHAHA So true! You look amazing. I love that skirt. It's just the right length and great shoes :D! Have an awesome weekend!
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Let me just say that you look fabulous. I love the skirt, the shoes, the...ALL of it! And I like the length of the skirt as well. Good questions to ask when dressing for work. Actually, I had to laugh but, oh so true. If there is any hesitation or question when dressing for work about the outfit then you shouldn't wear it. I am so glad I found your blog. And again, you look fabulous - I love it all!
ReplyDeleteI found you through another blog and I love your blog name, and your style! That skirt is AMAZING!!!!!!! You look so good in it. Hope you have a good weekend.
ReplyDeleteBekah @ Matters of Merrymaking
I love your rules - and you look amazing in that skirt!!
ReplyDeleterockabilly fantasticness, i love
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love your skirt!
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You make me chuckle. There is certainly nothing Peg Bundy about this outfit!
ReplyDeleteLove the Peg Bundy line-- and the skirt!
ReplyDeleteHehe - I dig the Peg reference! You look really great! Love how you toned down the look without de-emphasizing the skirt.
ReplyDeleteAdorable look! I love a good pencil skirt! And that one is amazing. Just followed you with GFC :)
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xo,Cortnie
Perfect outfit. Perfect fit. Perfect rules.
ReplyDeleteall in all. Perfect ;)
OBSESSED with the skirt AND the heels.
LOVE the skirt!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! and LOL about peg bundy!
ReplyDeletexoxo, jenn
the stylish housewife
That skirt is to die for!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE! you have SUCH a classy, professional style that i just adore!!!!
ReplyDeletewow amazing leo skirt..looks fab:)kisses La Folie
ReplyDeleteGorgeous darling! Love.
ReplyDeleteThat skirt is perfection. Especially digging that black and white photo!
C
OMG! I am in LOVE with this outfit!!! It's perfect for work!! If only I could pull off this tight skirt though.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this skirt!!!
ReplyDeleteTHank you for your comment!!
xx
Luciana
http://lucelove4fashion.blogspot.com/
amazing skirt!! thanx for your comment! kisses
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, ladylike and elegant look! Beautiful skirt! Great style and blog btw! Thank u so much for visiting mine, if u ever want to visit it again- u're more than welcome!:)
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Jelena (glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com)
This skirt is AMAZING. Absolutely the best animal print piece I have seen - and, of course, there are a lot out there. Very classy yet chic! Lovely piece! :)
ReplyDeleteso elegant ! love it
ReplyDeletewoww.. Love the skirt and the necklace.. very unique and bold.!!
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-Akanksha
amazing outfit!!
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