First thing’s first, I have to break the bad news that this dress isn’t actually apart of the #NSale, BUT the good news is that it’s under $68… and comes in white and pastel pink.
This year I’m sharing my sale posts a little differently and theming each post. You can see all of them thus far if you click on the #NSale page at the top right of this site! I had a reader suggest more work-friendly pieces, so I thought I would share one of my favorite strategies when I worked in a corporate office.
I worked at an office job for five years after college (I know, I know… that’s not that long!), but while I was working those gigs, I had a few tricks I would use. It helped keep me from spending my cashflow on “work clothes” that I didn’t necessarily love. The biggest one? I would belt a vest or blazer over a strapless or spaghetti strap dress. It’s that easy!
Just because an item isn’t work-appropriate at first glance doesn’t mean you can’t rearrange some things as long as the piece is knee-length or longer. And you guys know I love a midi dress!
Below are some of my favorite work-pieces that are in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and of course, this outfit is fully linked at the bottom of this post. You can shop all of Nordstrom’s work-wear picks here!
photos by Vincent Elejorde
dress, also love the white and pink version – all under $70 | similar vest here and here | belt – eBay, love this one and this one (under $13) | heels, similar look for less here | similar bag for less here and here | sunglasses, similar look for less here | earrings, also available here
Don’t forget you can catch all my #NSale posts by clicking on the #NSale page at the top left of this site, including all the items I’ve actually bought and am loving! Thanks so much for reading! XO –
Tis look is so pretty and chic and even a little edgy. I love it. I actually work from home so I stay in jeans, shorts, tee, button up top etc, so I probably wouldn’t wear this to work but I would wear it to our office party just the way you styled it. No one gets dressed up ever for my office parties but I do because as Audrey Hepburn says “You can never be over dressed or over educated”, well don’t quote me but it’s something like that. Thanks for sharing!
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Sharon – you are speaking my language sister! I feel the same way – would always rather be a little overdressed than underdressed!
Gorgeous dress! I love how it looks once it’s layered, it looks beautiful with the white!
I hope you have a lovely Wednesday,
Michael
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I’ve never thought to style a cocktail dress as workwear. I guess it depends on the cut and fabric. Looks good.
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Exactly – it depends on what’s in your closet but it’s definitely possible!
This is sooo Carrie Bradshaw I can’t handle it!! I LOVE it lady!
xo Laura Leigh
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Laura Leigh I love you for that!
This dress is so pretty!! And I love the color.
xoxox Amanda
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You have the best style! Love this look! XO –
Anna | http://www.parkavenueblogger.com
Well isn’t that the nicest thing to say – thank you so much for the love!
So cool!
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This dress is so romantic and feminine and at such a little price!!! Great outfit, you’re looking fantastic!
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What a great combination! You have a good eye for design. I like how sweet and versatile that dress is. Add a blazer for the office or add a shawl for a date!
Tabitha
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I love this! I recently started a post-grad, full-time job and sometimes struggle with being business casual while also feeling like myself, so this is super helpful!
I really love this post. What a great idea. Please, do more posts of office appropriate looks. Thank you thank you!
Thank you for the feedback Megan!
Obsessed with your belt!
x Silje
http://www.pentupstyle.blogspot.com
I love this belted look! Would love to see more ways to wear/incorporate them into my wardrobe. I have all these belts and never wear them!