No Refund Policy

Duster: Dynamite // Camisole: Banana Republic // Pants: Dynamite // Heels: Aldo

There is something about the process of refunding or exchanging am item that I just hate. So when I received these pants and they were way too big, I just hung them up in my closet anyway. Fast forward a couple of months and 21 burritos, and they're a perfect fit. I'm not really sure whether this is something to be proud of.. 

Pink Stigma

Pants: Mango // Blouse: Club Monaco // Shoes: Christian Louboutin //Sunnies: Rayban

White blouses. Black power suits. Grey trousers. Three "must have" items in a career woman's closet and repeated wardrobe. Is colour unprofessional? Can wearing feminine colours in the office be a career killer?

I refuse to believe that women have to dress masculine to be able to climb the corporate ladder. If Elle Woods taught me anything, it's that pink and corporate success are not mutually exclusive.

Ahoy Matey

Dress - RW&CO

Heels - Jimmy Choo - shop here

I feel quite nautical in this outfit, but let's skip the foreplay and discuss what's really important here - the Jimmys. These shoes caused more of a debate in my mind than Donald Trump. The great debate of heel height, 100m or 120mm? 

There is something about a higher heel that just makes me feel better, you feel taller, somehow skinnier and maybe even a tad more powerful. But when do you put that aside for a touch of comfort and practicality? And yes, I am calling the 4 inch option "practical". Well friends, for quite possibly the first time ever, I went with the lower heel. The verdict? Extreme comfort!

Tropical Mom

Do you ever put on an outfit, look in the mirror and just aren't sure whether you look put together or just missed the mark? Today was one of those days. I just wasn't sure whether it was a summery take on the office pencil skirt and top or whether I should just looked like a mom on vacation.

Skirt - Club Monaco

Top - RW & Co.

Shoes - Aldo

Sunglasses - Chanel 

Office Tees

There are so many things that are "frowned upon" at the office; overalls, thigh high boots, chaps, sombreros. When will these rules end, people?? However, every now and then, an item of clothing that's usually saved for Casual Fridays can sneak its way into a Monday - the tee. Pairing a t-shirt with a dressier skirt and heels makes it totally work appropriate. There is no need to try to dress it up more with bold jewelry, keep it simple with some delicate chains. 

If a co-worker dares to call you out on your casualness, here are some quick quips that are sure to shut them up:

"YOU'RE casual"

"But look how great my hair looks!"

"Your mom went to college" 

Tee - Club Monaco

Skirt - Ricki's

Heels - Aldo

Harem Bracelet - Splurge

Nails - Essie Lilacism