I was excited when I saw this trend on the runway. Wearing colored pants (green, blue, purple, pink) is a great way to brighten up the drab blacks and grays that are usually seen in the winter. This is a trend though that is only appropriate for creative work environments, lika a PR or advertising [...]
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I think everyone would agree with me that a good pair (or two or three) of boots is a winter staple. Right? They keep you warm and there are so many style variations to choose from. I really like Alison’s boots here. I like the brown color and the heels are the perfect size for [...]
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Check out the blog Amateur Couture. Each post is a combination of art and fashion that complement each other. I have been a follower of the blog for a couple years and am always so amazed and impressed by how M. Fay, the blogger, comes up with all these pairings. Well I was lucky enough [...]
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If you’re in the mood for wearing jeans to work (and at a company that allows you wear them), the simplest way to make the jeans appropriate for the office is to wear them with a blazer, like this one Alison is wearing. Jacket – Vertigo (purchased at Marshalls) Jeans – Rich & Skinny (purchased [...]
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Plaid has gone in and out over the years. Remember Angela Chase’s clothes in My So-Called Life and the whole grunge period in the late 90s? (I miss those days..) Anyway, plaid made a comeback this year on the fall 2011 runway, like this dress by Thakoon: Plaid also works for the office, as long [...]
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A sweater dress is the perfect mix of comfort + style + warmth for the office, as shown on Katherine’s outfit. Sweater dress – H&M Boots – Bandolino (from Lord & Taylor) Necklace and earrings – Banana Republic What do you wear to work? Send me a picture! 2 outfits is even better! kristen@theclothingmenu.com
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Ever wonder what it’s like to be a fashion stylist? Here’s the inside scoop, thanks to Boston fashion stylist, Sarah McManus: Why did you want to become a fashion stylist? I wanted to become a fashion stylist because I have always been intrigued by clothes, especially the way everyone wears them in their own way. I [...]
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Polka dots can get overwhelming in an outfit, but when they create a subtle print like in Katherine’s skirt, they make the runway trend totally appropriate for work. Sweater – Banana Republic Skirt – J. Crew Shoes – H&M Scarf – J. Crew Bracelet – Madewell What do you wear to work? Send me a [...]
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My new apartment finally has a good kitchen..with real counter space and a full-size modern oven and refrigerator! So I started my new years resolution this weekend by cooking. On Sunday I wanted something healthy and with no meat, so I made a “mexican” salad and baked beans for the first time ever and [...]
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Color blocking is when you wear two or more solid colors together in one outfit. It’s been a popular trend on runways for the past couple years and will continue to be a trend into 2012. Here’s an example of color blocking from the Miu Miu fall 2011 ready-to-wear collection: This is a really simple [...]
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