So I feel like I’ve gotten a bit off schedule with the themes of my posts. Here it is, Friday (yesss), and I’m bringing you a full on business look. And then this weekend I’ll probably shoot a couple of casual outfits and voila, all next week while you need some work-week inspiration, I’ll be all about weekend-wear options. Hmm. Something to work on, I suppose.
In the mean time, I want to talk about white silk blouses. I love them. They are gorgeous, so versatile in a work wardrobe, and can be incorporated outside of the office to make jeans look super polished. Here’s the thing about white silk blouses though. They need to be worn with an undershirt. Approximately 97% of the time. Like if you wore a white silk blouse 100 times, during approximately three of them it would be ok to not wear an undershirt (none of which would happen at work). I’m not sure why it’s so easy to forget this step. But if you can see your polka-dotted bra when you look in the mirror, then the rest of your office can see it all day long. And get distracted by it. Which almost certainly has implications on your performance, how you’re viewed, and how seriously you are taken. Perhaps this is unfair, but it’s what is happening.
I have all sorts of thoughts opinions on dressing appropriately for work, and since my last work-wear post got a great response, I promise to do more posts of this nature. The moral of this one: invest $18 in four nude-colored undershirts, and don’t forget to wear them. You can thank me later.
Outfit:
Top: Joie (in store only, similar)
Blazer: Tinley Road (old)
Bottoms: Trouve
Shoes: Ivanka Trump
Accessories: Bauble Bar earrings, Bauble Bar ring, Bauble Bar ring
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oh i Love this Outfit in combi with those heels.
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Such a lovely piece! It’s hard to beat a classic blouse like this one!
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I love white silk blouses but i cannot ever wear them without an undershirt, or a tank. I’m just always cold and feel like I have nothing on. haha. So I will probably wear two undershirts
lovely look with a pop of color!
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Really cute! I would love that for myself!
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I really like this look
So simple so chic
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This is such a nice professional look! That top looks super comfortable but chic as well. I love the red shoes for a pop of color!
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Adorable business look! Love that blouse! :)
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I love white silk blouses too. they’re super versatile.
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You look beautiful & so professional!
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Look very elegant love also the red touch in heels
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I think this is a perfect outfit for work! It’s professional, but definitely has some fun. Those red heels are awesome!
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Love this business casual look! I really need to invest in a good pair of pants!
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This color palette is perfection! Love the pop of color from the shoes! I’m okay with a silk blouse being worn without an undershirt (as long as it’s classy), but definitely not in the workplace. There’s a place and a time for everything. Looking forward to future “work wear” posts! Have a great weekend!
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Thank you so much! Haha yes well said, a time and place for everything :)
very nice look, like the shoes!
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It’s a perfect office look. I love it :)
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Love this look!!;):)
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That is such a lovely blouse!! Love your colourful pumps as well :D
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I love this outfit, especially with those shoes!
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I love this look! I wish I was able to wear business clothes to work, looks fantastic.
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hahaha oh gosh, it’s the worst when someone forgets to put a slip on under their skirt. love your blog as usual!
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I love the entire look and am a huge fan of silk blouses. The pant and heels are great too!
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great classic look :)
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Nice blouse! Love the whole clean look!!
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Great look!
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This is a great look Caitlin! Love your pumps!
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Super cute! You have a lovely blog! Enjoy the weekend, dear!!
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amazing look
lovely shirt
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Love the look, and the tangerine pumps are so great!
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So chic! Love these pants!
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Nothing like a quality silk blouse! You look very sophisticated in your with the blazer over the top. Might have to take a style tip you!
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love those pumps!!! great color!
Have a great weekend!
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Gorgeous look hun, you look really lovely in your outfit! Have a lovely day <3
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Thanks so much for stopping by my blog the other day. This is such a great and relaxed business look. I love the pop of colour on your feet :)
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Hi Caitlin. This is such a beautiful and classy style. I love the look! The silk blouse is so lovely. You look fantastic! Have a great week :)
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Chic and classy!
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So pretty and I love your blog, I’m following u now! <3
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ooh I love this look! You look Amazing!! Also, you may have heard this before, but you look just like Julia Robertss!! Stunning.
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very chic!
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Just amazing! So chic and elegant! Lovely pants and gorgeous heels! You can check out my new outfit post. Have a great week babe!
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I love those pants! If you ever need any jewelry then I’m your girl ;)
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Great work outfit, you can go wrong with monochrome. I love your blouse and those red heels are amazing!
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You are so cute – love this look! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog last week as well:)
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Adorable look! Love your sleek blouse and those pants are amazingly chic! :)
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Love this look! I have the same Trouve joggers and they are the best!
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ha, very good advice! All too often white things are completely see-through, and silk by itself is very sheer. I definitely agree a cover up underneath is needed for the office! :)
that’s a lovely top too, I like the ruffle detail/
Hope you had a great weekend!
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Lovely working outfit
So cool
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that blouse looks good on you! pretty! xx
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I am obsessed with these heels! This would be a perfect work outfit :)
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I can’t even tell you’re wearing a nude tank underneath! Love the outfit, especially the pop of colour from those heels So true about white silk shirts!
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Girl you just embodied my go to look with this outfit post! Love the fitted ankle pants, blouse, blazer, and chic pointed heels in a pop color! Love love love.
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I know it’s not the main piece of your outfit, but I love your trousers ^^ this cut is really pretty I think !
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