I am always looking for ways to mix up the typical work attire. Some days I wish I worked from home and could wear whatever I want. Not so I could wear sweats all day, but just so I could wear anything from my closet without wondering “is this professional looking” “is this long enough?” “will my feet and knees kill going up and down the stairs all day?” I want to be professional and practical yet fun at the same time. I know some people don’t like the look of layering under a dress, but I really liked the idea of this teal turtleneck from Target under a gray sheath dress to add something bright to this otherwise neutral outfit. I love neutrals, but I am always drawn to outfit inspiration that incorporates color. Anyway, with the teal and a leopard belt I felt pretty good about mixing it up at the office.
Also, I have really wanted to show up in sweatpants or jeans every day this week because the boss is out. And I really loving my new jeans, so it would have been a great week to do that. Then I remembered that HR, the CEO and other important people at work would still see me. Drats.
Dress, Loft Outlet (Similar) :: Turtleneck, Target (Similar) :: Heels, Schutz via ShopGoodwill (Exact) :: Belt, Primark (Similar) :: Bag, Aldo (Similar) :: Necklace, c/o JustFab for party (Exact) Earrings, Heartbreaker (Similar)
39 Comments
Nancie
April 25, 2013 at 6:12 AMLooking good girl..love the dress.xx
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Rachelle
April 25, 2013 at 6:40 AMI can never pull up that dress and tee look, but you did it so well. And you look so pretty.
xo
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AJ
April 25, 2013 at 7:03 AMI love that gray dress! But its fun to add a layer underneath to mix it up (and also essential when the weather is so wacky!) I have a business meeting today and I’m actually wearing a black sheath dress with a dress shirt under it.
-AJ
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Amy
April 25, 2013 at 7:25 AMI love this layered look! I feel your pain on wanting to wear sweats to work–if only we could be self employed!
xo Amy
Ashleigh
April 25, 2013 at 8:03 AMI love this! I have never before seen anyone over the age of 3 make a turtle neck look cute but you did! I love everything about it.
Rachel
April 25, 2013 at 9:15 AMAwww you are too sweet! Yeah turtlenecks can definitely be childish, but I kind of love them. I own two and try my best to make them look chic!
Sharon
April 25, 2013 at 8:19 AMThe top looks really cute layered with the dress…it adds some nice color to the look! Don’t hate me, but I wear jeans to work…my office is very casual.
-Sharon
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Rachel
April 25, 2013 at 8:39 AMI love this outfit! People hate on turtlenecks, but I think they are chic and classy- especially when they are made more modern like you did here. Plus, you hair looks extra pretty here (the lighting makes the color really stand out!)
Rachel
April 25, 2013 at 9:18 AMHaha, yeah I love turtlenecks but I always see so many people hating on them. I LOVE them though and thank you! I try to keep things updated! And thank you for the compliment on my hair! The lighting definitely helped show it 🙂
Sam
April 25, 2013 at 8:39 AMLove how you layered this look! Such a creative way to re-imagine two totally different pieces!
xo
Sam
Alyssa
April 25, 2013 at 8:41 AMSo pretty! Any time you can add a pop of leopard is a good day in my book!
Ashley
April 25, 2013 at 9:23 AMLoving the dress, doll! Highlights your tiny waist.
And I’m always trying to switch up my office attire, too. For example, yesterday it was skinny dress trousers, pumps, and a fitted button-up. Very NYC 9-5. And today I’m in a white maxi skirt, desert booties, and a chambray shirt. HA!
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molly @ still being molly
April 25, 2013 at 9:33 AMi LOVEEE the almost abstract feel of that dress and with the pop of green underneath it’s just beautiful!!
Amy
April 25, 2013 at 9:49 AMperfect look for the office. chic and classy but still fun with the leopard belt and statement necklace!
xoamy
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Maca
April 25, 2013 at 10:16 AMYou look beautiful and I love the layering under the dress 🙂
Bethie the Boo
April 25, 2013 at 10:22 AMThis is a great professional look! I love the shirt under the dress and your fun leopard belt! I sometimes push buttons a little bit for office attire, but I try to keep it mostly professional!
two birds
April 25, 2013 at 11:04 AMyou look gorgeous. i love the layering!
anngelik
April 25, 2013 at 11:09 AMYou look gorgeous! I bet you are the best dresses in your work haha
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Ginny
April 25, 2013 at 11:18 AMI really like this dress, Rachel. I never would have thought of styling it with this top underneath, but it totally works! Love the belt to make it fun too 🙂
Ginny
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Rachel
April 25, 2013 at 11:20 AMThanks Ginny! I just kind of put it together the night before and I was like… this may or may not look silly once I actually have it on. But I liked it, so I’m glad others are liking it too!
annie
April 25, 2013 at 2:09 PMYou look gorgeous – I love the green & leopard together!
Annie
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Giovanna
April 25, 2013 at 2:55 PMCute look! Love the peek of green!
xx
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Emmy
April 25, 2013 at 3:51 PMRachel, I think you did a great job with the layering. For us Canadians, esp. in winter, layering is a must, even when we don’t like it sometimes:P
Rachel
April 25, 2013 at 3:54 PMThank you Emmy! I appreciate it 🙂 And it is getting nicer in Minnesota, but not that nice haha!
Sue
April 25, 2013 at 4:54 PMI was kind of questioning the look at first, but this really works well and looks gorgeous. I suppose that’s what I’ll be missing once I graduate – dressing without really worrying about if it’s professional.
xo
Sue
ROXTHEFOX
April 25, 2013 at 4:55 PMLOL showing up in your pj’s would not go so well with your CEO, no! But that would be awesome. Anyway, this is a great work attire. It’s not boring and bland like more corporate way. Glad to see you inject some fun into the outfit, and you look great!
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Maya
April 25, 2013 at 9:38 PMOkay pretty girl! Love the look and that necklace is killer! I’m loving this look as usual 🙂
xx,
Maya
CK
April 26, 2013 at 8:27 AMI love the layering! You look work appropriate but totally stylish – that necklace is just divine!
Jackie l Food.Wine.Fashion
April 26, 2013 at 9:56 AMThis is super cute Rach! I totally get your feelings about looking professional but on the other side – as someone who works from home – sometimes you just want to lose the sweats or jeans and wear something professional!
Have a great weekend!
xo Jackie
Always Maylee
April 26, 2013 at 1:31 PMAbsolutely love this dress and how you layered the shirt underneath. You look so classy and beautiful!
xo, Yi-chia
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Leigh
April 26, 2013 at 3:14 PMLooking fab as always and I love the dress! Have a great weekend!
Jacy
April 27, 2013 at 2:41 AMI don’t feel like I would pull this off at all, but you look fab!! I’ll have to start dressing for the office in a few short weeks so I’ll definitely be turning to you for inspiration 🙂
~Jacy
Diana Marks
April 27, 2013 at 9:59 PMyou look so elegant and chic!
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April 28, 2013 at 4:56 AMsuch a pretty look! I’m really loving all your accessories
Brynn
April 28, 2013 at 1:56 PMYour dress is such a pretty color and silhouette! I love the way the leopard belt adds a little pizzazz to the outfit 🙂 Your hair is looking fabulous today, too!!! 🙂
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April Budget
April 28, 2013 at 4:42 PM[…] 4. Schutz Gilberta Black Heels – ShopGoodWill Won Bid at $9.00 + $11.50 S&H = $21.50 I paid a little more for S&H, but I don’t mind because when I saw these on ShopGoodwill, I knew I had to have them! They were the perfect basic pair of black pumps and when I looked up the cost of Schutz Gilberta heels, they normally run for $160 a pair. So I’d say I got another great deal! See how I wore them recently here. […]
Heather
April 29, 2013 at 6:06 AMI love this look! I love how your eyes match that green (even though they are usually blue!) – you really look just gorgeous.. yay for warmer weather – here we come Kona patio!!!
XO
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jewel
April 29, 2013 at 5:47 PMLe gorge Rachel.. Love the layering. I would have never thought to wear it that way..
Rebecca Glam
July 1, 2013 at 3:39 PMI love the colors in this outfit! Very chic!