On those workday mornings when I find myself up against the wall time-wise, my Business Casual Uniforms save the day. I’m fortunate in that on non-meeting days, jeans are acceptable in my workplace, but I try to keep the overall look polished. Here I’ve paired with a simple tee, black knit jacket and low-heeled patent pumps.
I love mixing a bit of shine and sparkle with my denim, here have added some rhinestone earrings, a gold watch and cuff.
Have you formulated one or more uniforms for work days?read more
Lisa requested a post on my most-worn thrifted items and examples of how they’ve been remixed. How could I say no to THAT one? I scoured the archives looking for my most-worn, bought-used garments, and here are the winners:
MVP: Olive military blazer!
This little jacket has been through several years with me and gets year-round wear. It has a tendency to look a bit rumpled and sometimes I have to fight to keep those pocket flaps down, but the nipped-in waist and versatile vibe have made it a longtime favorite. I believe I paid about $5 for this jacket.read more
Originally posted 2012-05-08 06:12:07.
About Sally
Sally McGraw is a Minneapolis-based freelance writer, blogger, and editor.