with Sarah
The Working Closet is about creating a wardrobe that works for your body and your life and your budget. It's about feeling polished and elegant and pretty no matter where you're going. It's about wearing what you love and loving what you wear. It's about having a closet that works for you.
Check out Sarah's profile at Work It, Mom!, and read her blogs Whoorl and Hairthursday
Oh, how I’ve been waiting for this time to arrive. Fall is almost here! (Did you catch that, summer? It’s time for your oppressive humidity and ridiculous temperatures to GO AWAY.) Honestly, how can you even think about layers and new silhouettes and fabulous accessories when you are sweating like a pig in nothing but a wife beater and Bermuda shorts?
(I’m sorry. I’m bitter. AND impatient. AND live in Southern California, where we have two seasons, Beautiful and August/September Hellfire.)
Let’s face it. In today’s economy, we are all looking for ways to stretch our dollar. Why should it be any different with regards to fashion?
Whether your daily work ensemble involves a tailored suit or jeans and a tee, these additions will add a fresh twist for the upcoming season. All for under 40 bucks a pop.
With Fall rapidly approaching, we’ll be breaking out the layers in no time. Believe you me, an effective use of layers can take an otherwise bland outfit to new heights of fashionista territory.
Lucky magazine recently included a layering feature in their Fall Fashion Guide entitled, “Getting Layers Right”. One of the things I love about Lucky magazine is their ability to create cool, new outfits by mixing unexpected shapes. However, as a work-at-home mother, sometimes the look is a little out of my comfort zone and/or paycheck.
(Can I get an AMEN?)
I’ve noticed several of your comments regarding accessories, and let me tell you, I could spend AN ETERNITY discussing the intricacies of accessories. (Say THAT five times fast.) However, it would be a huge disservice for me to lump all accessory-related information in one short post, so I am introducing a monthly Accessories Report into The Working Closet’s mix.
This month’s AR delves into delicate necklaces. Although overscale jewelry was all over the runways for fall, open any fashion magazine and you will see a plethora of teeny-tiny chains and pendants gracing lovely necks.
What are the rules regarding delicate necklaces, you ask? Absolutely none! Gone are the days of ONLY wearing silver with silver, gold with gold and platinum with platinum. It’s time to combine and layer to your heart’s content. (I wear these two necklaces together on a daily basis. Jewelry Mix-and-Matchers UNITE!) And the beauty of dainty necklaces? You can wear them with absolutely anything. Chic blouses, colorful tees, structured jackets, cashmere sweaters, you name it.
Categories: accessories, basics, beyond 9 to 5, bottoms, dresses, tops
I recently read an article in In Style magazine about The Fab 5 pieces every woman should have in their closet. I can’t disagree - they listed five classic, go-to items, but I think some could be open to interpretation.
Let’s interpret, shall we?
The five items listed were:
1. Little Black Dress
2. Cardigan
3. White Button-Front Shirt
4. Jeans
5. Black Suit
Do you have all five of these items in your closet? It’s true, with the right accessories, these articles of clothing can get you through almost everything, but I’d like to add some food for thought. Before we start, it’s important to point out that these are the types of items that you should expect to spend more of your fashion budget on due to their longevity in your closet.