playing with shapes

I struggle at times to implement some of the more “fun” trends into my work wardrobe. As much as I’d love to – you can’t exactly wear Harem pants* or platforms to the office. Cropped flare pants are a tough trend for me. First, I think they are SO chic, but at only 5’1 they aren’t always the most flattering! I also think at times the trend could come off a bit too extreme for work.

And then I found these. Because the Veronica Beard crop flare pants are fitted on top and only subtly cropped, I think they are totally office appropriate. I love pairing them with a more conservative top like a bow blouse. Although I can’t exactly wear open toe shoes to my office, I thought these nudist shoes looked awesome with the pant and could definitely be pulled off for any non-finance women out there. If you are in a more business professional environment try a fun pump if you are keeping the top conservative.

One last tip: If you can’t find a bow blouse you LOVE, try getting a narrow silk scarf and tying it around any blouse. I love this one because it has a fun pattern.

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* I almost bought these Harem pants on sale yesterday to wear on the weekends and am still dreaming of them… thoughts?! They were just right for me – not too out there, totally wearable, and great for a day of running around the city with sneakers.

Claudie Pierlot top (old) (similar Frame bow blouse on sale! or similar Asos)

Veronica Beard pants (similar)

Old shoes (Stuart Weitzman nudist shoe similar or here if you have narrow feet like me!)