I have heard from multiple sources that a certain former Director of Sales at a very posh downtown hotel had quite the risqué taste in clothing. I also heard that she was smart and good at her job. But, mostly people talked about how slutty she dressed.
Moral of the story- to really get ahead in life (we’re talking in Chicago, not Hollywood) its best to show some modesty in the workplace. Thing is Poor Little Rich Girls are on a budget, so sometimes we try to be creative by throwing our “going out” clothes into our work rotation. Hey, there’s no shame in that because it saves us money. We need to be smart about it though or coworkers may not take us as seriously as we’d like. The goal at work should be to show off our talents and skills, not our goodies.
To Keep Things Work Appropriate:
Sheer, shiny or silky tops are fine for work if they are layered under or over another piece, like under a vest.
Tops with tiny straps look great under a blazer. Just make sure the front is not too low cut.
You can even wear your nighttime dresses for work, just be sure it is at least knee length and top it off with a longer jacket.
What other ways do you girls mesh your work and regular wardrobes?
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October 3rd, 2008 at 12:15 pm
I definitely pair my “going out” dresses with a longer cardigan and tights. I have also experimented with taking going out tanks (either silk or cotton) and wearing them underneath a suit jacket, matched with the suit’s pants or skirt. Make sure though if the tank is V-neck and goes down a little too far to wear a cami underneath!
August 4th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
Check out PLRG in today’s (August 4th) RedEye where Noelle is featured dishing on star styles on a budget!!
August 4th, 2009 at 4:21 pm
Thanks for the great tips!
Another way to make nighttime outfits work appropriate: stay away from sexy shoes. Too-high heels or strappy sandals can easily send an appropriately sexy outfit over the edge. Lower heels that cover more of your foot can ensure your outfit looks professional enough for work.
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