Business Fashionista

As you may have heard I graduated about a month ago and was fortunate enough to land a job and internship both in my field of study, something super rare these days.Entering the professional field has really opened my eyes to new and amazing things. I work and intern in Manhattan its the place I've always wanted to be! Working in the city has been an adventure, but I have been loving getting to play around with some business pieces. For myself I'm not a big fan or pant suits, they just don't fit my frame or style. However, some may say [my mother] wearing a skirt/dress to the work place is risky but I disagree. I think there are three basic rules to keep in mind when wearing a dress/skirt to work.

ONE follow the finger tip rule. Place your hands at your side and if your skirt is ends above your fingers its a NO GO, if it falls below your fingertips then its good to go!

TWO form fitting can be done tastefully. If its like a second layer of skin... NO. I think that as form fitting as you should go is a pencil skirt.

THREE if you're showing leg, cover up the top. Cleavage is NEVER acceptable in the office.

There are a couple other things to keep in mind when dressing for the office. Your office environment, for one. Wearing some Elle Woods inspired outfits maybe good for a fashion magazine office, however not so good for an investment firm office. A rule of thumb I like to follow or ask myself before I walk out the house is would I wear this to church. If yes then I'm okay, if no something need to change.

What are your thoughts of female business attire?

Have a lovely day and fabulous weekend!
xoxo Franchesca

Kimonos

Lately I have seen kimonos make an appearance just about every where. When I first saw these kimonos I assumed they were just wide sleeved cardigans, however I was sadly mistaken. To me kimonos are the perfect touch to an outfit when you're going for a laid back look. Throw this on over anything you achieve a boho-chic look. Something about them reminds me of festival season.

via Ell's Apparel

For all you DIYers out there check out Elle Apparel's post on how to make your own kimono. See how she made her very own [picture above]. Super easy, super cute, and super stylish!

Have a lovely day and a fabulous weekend!

xoxo Franchesca