What to wear to work

[nuiko]

but of course!!

 

[Veronica]

Originally posted by nuiko@Jun 18th, 2004 - 3:07 am
for the most part, 'classic' skirt suits such as this:

that one was a little more sexed-up for the catwalk, though, but the fitted black suits with pencil skirts like that is mostly what i wear.

That is a beautiful skirt suit!

 

[pradaromance]

Originally posted by nuiko@Jun 17th, 2004 - 9:07 pm
for the most part, 'classic' skirt suits such as this:

that one was a little more sexed-up for the catwalk, though, but the fitted black suits with pencil skirts like that is mostly what i wear.

i have that suit! its my perfect work suit...i also have those pumps god that was a perfect Dolce & Gabbana collection

 

[nuiko]

Originally posted by Pradaromance12@Jun 17th, 2004 - 11:40 pm

i have that suit! its my perfect work suit...i also have those pumps god that was a perfect Dolce & Gabbana collection

same here!!
that collection totally WAS perfect!!

 

[Tempest]

Originally posted by Alejandro@Jun 16th, 2004 - 3:23 pm
What I dont wear to work

Same here...everyone goes in business suits cept me, I wear what I please.

 

[Veronica]

Originally posted by Tempest+Jun 18th, 2004 - 7:03 am--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Tempest @ Jun 18th, 2004 - 7:03 am)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-Alejandro@Jun 16th, 2004 - 3:23 pm
What I dont wear to work

Same here...everyone goes in business suits cept me, I wear what I please. [/b][/quote]
Depends on the job. Some people have to wear suits. Some enjoy wearing them. Today I'm wearing a black pinstripe skirt suit. The skirt is very short. I'd hardly call it a business suit and I'm glad I can get away with it. I wear suits sometimes simply because I enjoy wearing them.

 

[oanadobre]

Well, I'm a journalist, so I can get away with almost anything- no dress code. However, given my field of "action"- which is politics, I prefer to look rather professional than casual. Therefore- knee lentgh skirts, well tailored jackets and pants are my trademarks . People around me tell me that I should dress my age (23), but I prefer to stand out in the crowd- which isn't difficult, by the way, due to my height- 5'11...

 

[helena]

Originally posted by Harvz88@Apr 9th, 2004 - 11:34 am
I'm interning at a law firm in london this summer, and I'm really wondering what sort of shoes I should wear. I'm 16- do I have to wear pumps?! I'm so so worried about this whole dress code thing... PLEASE HELP ME

I am a corporate lawyer & know the culture in lots of London firms - I would advise you to get a suit - best wear something dark. do not draw attention to yourself by trying to be flamboyant - lawyers on the whole will either just make fun of you or think you are irresponsible if you wear fashion-y stuff. that is for later once you have proved yourself & people respect you for the job you do - at that point you can show your personality through your clothing. for now head down & work hard - and good luck!!

 

[ahhGucci]

Originally posted by dgie+Apr 10th, 2004 - 12:54 am--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (dgie @ Apr 10th, 2004 - 12:54 am)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-ahhGucci@Apr 9th, 2004 - 11:12 am
A law firm. I doub't pumps would be suitable. Probably some low loafers or anything black and leather.  Your best bet would be to Dress conservatively. Wear a blouse, and a long skirt (or trousers if you prefer )
They should send you the dress code really. If you are doing this for work experience, there mght be a pack you recieve with this sort of information inside.
Best of luck

Actually, I'm an attorney with a large law firm and pumps are definately acceptable. So are slingbacks, loafers, boots (with pants), and mules. The rule of thumb is not to wear sandals and don't wear ridiculously high heels. I would say 3 inches and under is a safe bet.
Also, I doubt they will send you anythign about the dress code, but they should tell you whether the dress is business or business casual. This shouldn't have any impact on what shoes you wear though. [/b][/quote]
for work experience? Well, you'd know more about this than me. Thanks

 

[Plumour]

Originally posted by ahhGucci@Apr 9th, 2004 - 11:12 am
A law firm. I doub't pumps would be suitable. Probably some low loafers or anything black and leather. Your best bet would be to Dress conservatively. Wear a blouse, and a long skirt (or trousers if you prefer )
They should send you the dress code really. If you are doing this for work experience, there mght be a pack you recieve with this sort of information inside.
Best of luck

what makes pumps not suitable?
some of my friends who are lawyers wear pumps to work all the time, it's perfectly fine

 

[Plumour]

Originally posted by nuiko+Jun 17th, 2004 - 10:50 pm--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (nuiko @ Jun 17th, 2004 - 10:50 pm)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-Pradaromance12@Jun 17th, 2004 - 11:40 pm

i have that suit! its my perfect work suit...i also have those pumps god that was a perfect Dolce & Gabbana collection

same here!!
that collection totally WAS perfect!! [/b][/quote]
I also loved that Dolce collection (S/S 01?)
many great pieces for work.
especially the skirts, nice little slim skirts that fit wonderfully, I went crazy after them, can never resist skirts like those
the pumps were also very very nice.

 

[Sephora_Socialite]

Originally posted by Veronica+Jun 18th, 2004 - 4:20 am--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Veronica @ Jun 18th, 2004 - 4:20 am)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>

Originally posted by Tempest@Jun 18th, 2004 - 7:03 am
<!--QuoteBegin-Alejandro

@Jun 16th, 2004 - 3:23 pm
What I dont wear to work

Same here...everyone goes in business suits cept me, I wear what I please.

Depends on the job. Some people have to wear suits. Some enjoy wearing them. [/b][/quote]
Heheh..yeah but Tempest is a bad boy..hes supposed to be in a suit everyone does at his work cept him..

I went with him once and he went in ripped jeans, a tank and a blazer with his hair styled into a mohawk ....I'm surprised his father hasn't killed him yet.

 

[pradaromance]

Originally posted by MissPurple+Jun 18th, 2004 - 8:54 am--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (MissPurple @ Jun 18th, 2004 - 8:54 am)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>

Originally posted by nuiko@Jun 17th, 2004 - 10:50 pm
<!--QuoteBegin-Pradaromance12

@Jun 17th, 2004 - 11:40 pm

i have that suit! its my perfect work suit...i also have those pumps   god that was a perfect Dolce & Gabbana collection  

same here!!
that collection totally WAS perfect!!

I also loved that Dolce collection (S/S 01?)
many great pieces for work.
especially the skirts, nice little slim skirts that fit wonderfully, I went crazy after them, can never resist skirts like those
the pumps were also very very nice. [/b][/quote]
and my long "motorcycle" jacket, yellow satin short jacket, beaded pants with roses, black pantsuit with crystal bow pin closure, flowered water color print cricle skirt, and of course a beaded madonna shirt, its is my favorite ever

 

[nuiko]

Originally posted by MissPurple@Jun 18th, 2004 - 9:54 am
I also loved that Dolce collection (S/S 01?)
many great pieces for work.
especially the skirts, nice little slim skirts that fit wonderfully, I went crazy after them, can never resist skirts like those
the pumps were also very very nice.

YES
i went crazy with that collection too
i looove those slim pencil skirts!!!

 

[Charlotte560]

Hi,
One thing I think...wear high heels! They may hurt your feet but they boost your confidence so much!
Charlotte

 

[pradaromance]

Originally posted by Charlotte560@Jun 21st, 2004 - 2:45 am
Hi,
One thing I think...wear high heels! They may hurt your feet but they boost your confidence so much!
Charlotte

i agree...these are my perfect work pumps (louboutins)

 

[Charlotte560]

Hi,
Those shoes look superb! I think you have an excellent sense of style!
Charlotte

 

[pradaromance]

Thank you

 

[Belowen]

I work in a corporate setting, for the Western Australian State Government - so I tend to wear my take on professional clothes everyday. I usually wear wide legged dress pants with tight button down shirts, or knee length skirts and tight long sleeved tops. I also mix between heels and flats, depending on how far I'll have to walk during the day, lol. I love dressing up 'plain' outfits with colourful scarves/bags and usually get compliments on my choice of earrings

 

[Luna]

Okay.. So, this semester I'll be going on a series of interviews with companies that will possibly hire me after graduation.

Not only do I have to dress professional when I go to meet with my counselor, I have to look professional and FASHIONABLE at interviews as well.

Things that bother me....

What is best for a short curvy figure when it comes to suits.. Would I look for a straight leg pant... cuffed pant... I also have problems finding jackets that are the right length. A lot of the time I try on a jacket and it hits my thighs .. I also wanted to get a pencil skirt to match the jacket ... Where should the skirt hem hit... above knees? I've been looking at a lot of pencil skirts that go with suit jackets and a lot of them will be almost full-length skirts on me! Thank god my mom is an awesome seamstress.

For my first businessy suit should I play it safe and just get a black? Or go for navy? gray?

I'm not so much asking for suggestions for brands.

I'm more asking for styling and shapes.

Help!

I'm so not liking this business suit thing.. the whole idea of being "grown up" scares me.
Thanks in advance.