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Office Layers

I received an email from a reader last week asking for layering tips with work-appropriate attire.  She mentioned that all too often she reaches for a basic cardigan & requested some new ideas for combinations she can wear on the job.  Since most offices have the air conditioning cranked during the warmer months, it can be tricky to dress for the balmy temps outside & still manage to be comfortable while sitting at your desk. 

So, I decided to answer her question with an outfit post to show one of my favorite ways to layer so you can look polished without freezing.  You can try many different variations with this same principle – if you work in a more conservative/less creative office, swap out the sequin shell for one with stripes or a geometric print (peplum works too).  You could also easily wear flats with this look, if heels aren’t practical for your work environment. 

 

 What I’m wearing:
c/o Sheinside blouse (here), GapKids top (similar here, here or here), H&M blazer (similar here or here), Forever 21 trousers (similar here or here), Guess pumps (similar here or here), c/o JustFab bag (here), Olivia Burton watch (similar), Baublebar earrings (here)

04.15.13 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. Natali says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:18 am

    Great layering, you look beautiful!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  2. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:19 am

    it's funny because now that i think of it…i totally used to layer like this when i was working in an office environment! i can't wait to try my hand at layering again with my peplum tops!

    p.s. your makeup looks GORGE.

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  3. Alice Warren says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:32 am

    Great post! Love all three looks and the yellow is so fun!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  4. Rhymes With Fashion says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:48 am

    Love the sparkly shell! That crazy kid's department has such great stuff! A perfect and cheerful work outfit.
    -Alexandra
    http://www.rhymeswithfashion.com

    P.S. GIVEAWAY!
    http://www.rhymeswithfashion.com/2013/04/hooray-giveaway.html

  5. Ladies in Navy says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:55 am

    gorgeous! i'd never ever think of this and love the tutorial!
    kw ladies in navy

  6. Amelia - Duckling To Swan says

    April 15, 2013 at 5:02 am

    Nice layering! Love the pop of colour from the bag too 🙂

    This is a slightly odd question but what do you wear under your sheer blouse? I hate seeing straps or lines but everything I try shows 🙁 Whatver you have on is almost invisible!

    Amelia @ Ducklingtoswan.com! 🙂 xxx

  7. teacups + B cups says

    April 15, 2013 at 5:15 am

    SO true… it's freezing in my office year round. I really like the collar and trim of this blouse.

    And you're so nice to use the words "less creative" instead of "boring."

  8. Kaitlin says

    April 15, 2013 at 5:37 am

    I find layering can be very difficult to do without looking sloppy or adding extra pounds to your frame. Your outfit in this post is polished and figure flattering, a great guide for layering. Thanks for the inspiration!

    http://www.indigokat.com
    Hong Kong

  9. boardwalksandboulevards says

    April 15, 2013 at 6:24 am

    Great post! I need all the layering help/tips I can get!

    – Kaitlyn

    Boardwalks & Boulevards

  10. Styleclouds says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:28 am

    I absolutely love it!! Great layers and the colors are beautifully fresh! xo, Christina

    Styleclouds

  11. Ashleigh says

    April 15, 2013 at 11:19 am

    This is really perfect! I used to love dressing for the office. I'd wear this tomorrow to work if we didn't have to wear all black.
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

  12. Sofia Donatelli says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    Great post and ideas. What a great yellow piece to your wardrobe. Can't wait to see what else you do with it. Beautiful.
    If you get a sec, please check out my latest post. I would love to read what you think.

    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  13. Jessica Camerata says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    What a great way to layer and loving the sequins!

    xo Jessica
    http://www.mystylevita.com

  14. dacy says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:28 pm

    love the idea of using a shell for layering like a vest – would have never thought of that!

  15. Natalie says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:37 pm

    This is really amazing! I love the yellow shell with the touches of yellow on the blouse. You seriously look great!

  16. Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Gorgeous and very helpful tutorial!!

    xo
    Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
    http://poorlittleitgirl.com

  17. SydneysFashionDiary.com says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    Love all your look but my favorite is the last one. The whole outfit is so fresh and summery =)

  18. ZADIN says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    I appreciate your idea, the layering looks very good.

  19. Ashley says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    Great post!! Love the touch of yellow..

    Xo,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

  20. l.c.s. says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    love this blouse and heel combo! would love for you to check out our blog as we read yours on a daily basis. xo

    lauren
    http://www.annacroswell.com

  21. Kristina says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Loving the idea of layering in a shell, super cute!

    Kristina does the Internets

  22. Dina Karivalis says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    Such a great layering outfit! This is perfect for work and love the colors together.
    xo Dina
    Sweetest Somethings

  23. sarahsreallife says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    I love that shirt to death. And your layering ideas are excellent 🙂

    ~Sarah of Sarah's Real Life

  24. vogueandheels.com says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    I love the office layers! That shirt and those shoes are gorgeous.

    -Vogue&Heels
    vogueandheels.com

  25. Kayla Gilbert says

    April 15, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    Love your layers! I freeze at work so I have to make sure I wear plenty of clothes! SO cute! : )

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

  26. Amy Shaughnessy says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    Great layering! I love that you picked a sequin top. Makes the look more fun.

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  27. LyddieGal says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    very nice spring layering – I do always hate how the moment it starts to get warm outside it gets freezing in the office!
    Chic on the Cheap

  28. Sequin Doll says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    Very good post! I have always worked in offices that are freezing no matter what the temp outside is so layering is a must!

    http://www.sequindoll.com/

  29. Aeroplane and Apparel says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    Oh la la love the shoes….

    Love A&A

    http://aeroplaneandapparel.blogspot.com

  30. blondebananablog.com says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    loving your silver pointy toe heels!

  31. blondebananablog.com says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    loving your silver pointy toe heels!

  32. M Brauns says

    April 15, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    Totally loving that button down. The colors look great on you, too!

    mbrauns.weebly.com/fashion

  33. Unknown says

    April 15, 2013 at 3:21 pm

    Love the layers, and the handbag is a great finishing touch!

    Holly
    http://www.lovingallthis.com

  34. Christina Heflin says

    April 15, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    Great layering tips! The whole look put together looks amazing and it all goes perfectly together!

    http://simpleeasystyle.blogspot.com/

  35. Rachel Lynne says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    Yes, this is the perfect way to layer for the office aside from a cardigan (which I am doing today and is not as fun!) Great tips and love this outfit! Oh and I've been drooling over this bag on JustFab, adding it to my wish list right now 🙂

  36. Malinda F says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    Great layering tips! I love it all and the yellow with the pink bag keeps it fun. I always see people around my office wearing black and grey all of the time And always the one with bright fushia or yellow lol but I think more people need to make their work attire more exciting!

    Malinda
    Fashionlove82.blogspot.ca

  37. Emma Finlayson says

    April 15, 2013 at 4:55 pm

    Awesome! Love the idea of layering a shell over a blouse! PPF does it again!!

    xox Emma
    http://strollingthecityinheels.com

  38. Chelsea Davis says

    April 15, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    I love all the looks! The Yellow with the navy blue is so refreshing, I am glad you did an outfit with it, gives me more ideas too!

    XO Chelsea http://shesaidhesaid-fashion.blogspot.com/

  39. Star White says

    April 15, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Very grateful for this post! I've gotten into a layering rut lately for work and this really helps!

    Blessings!
    Star
    http://www.beautyandbows.com/

  40. Andrea Kaplan says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:05 pm

    love this look. layering for the office is totally essential.

    xo Andrea
    http://www.sophisticatedsass.com

  41. Grace says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:22 pm

    Love that sparkly yellow top layered over your blouse!

    xo
    http://hautecouture3.blogspot.com

  42. Chelsea says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:24 pm

    Thanks for the pointers! Even though I don't work in an office environment I really need to beef up my layering skills. I love the way you added the tank to your sheer top!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

  43. Alyson says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    Gorgeous! I can totally pull off sequins in the office, and adore the idea of layering. Ok, and that JustFab bag is SICK. Amazing! Totally pops perfectly with this outfit.

    alyson
    http://www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

  44. TaraMixandMatch says

    April 15, 2013 at 10:16 pm

    This is gorgeous, love that you added sequins!

  45. effortlesscool says

    April 15, 2013 at 10:19 pm

    absolutely adorable (and genius!!) layering! <3

    XO Sahra
    EffortlessCool

  46. silvergirl says

    April 16, 2013 at 12:16 am

    absolutely fabulous layer
    love this look
    brett

  47. FitTravelerAJ says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:58 am

    GREAT tips! I'm the same way, I am trying to branch out with my office layers.

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.com

  48. Style-Delights says

    April 16, 2013 at 2:33 am

    Love it!! Such a novel twist on office wear! Love the colors!
    Hope you are having a wonderful day!
    -Jyoti
    Style Delights Blog

  49. Jessica @ Here(and)Now says

    April 16, 2013 at 2:42 am

    You make style math look so easy – you fashionable genius! Pinning this for when I am freezing at work this summer!
    xx
    Here&Now

  50. Berty Morales says

    April 16, 2013 at 4:08 am

    Amazing layering and I am in love with this entire look.

  51. Anthea Lau says

    April 16, 2013 at 8:41 am

    very nice outfit and great layering! love the yellow colours a lot – it's unexpected and full of fun!

    A
    xx
    http://epiquemoi.blogspot.com

  52. Rebecca says

    April 16, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    Lovely work-appropriate layers & overall looks Kim….thanks!!!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  53. Jaclyn De Bonis says

    April 16, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    While I tend to avoid wearing yellow I really love how you paired it with the clean and crisp white blazer, it looks great!

    xoxo,
    Jaclyn
    http://www.writteninfashion.com

  54. My Edit says

    April 16, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    It's no surprise that I am loving the sequin shell! So cute! Nice layering…

  55. Yulia Yudina says

    April 16, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    Great blouse and top! Love the yellow color! And also in love with your silver pumps!

  56. Aeroplane and Apparel says

    April 16, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    How fun is your outfit, great!!! Hope you get a chance to see my DASH store experience in LA. =) take care!

    Love A&A
    http://aeroplaneandapparel.blogspot.com

  57. Sarah Petrie says

    April 17, 2013 at 12:39 am

    Love this look! Sometimes it is so hard to make your work wardrobe feel fun, but you are definitely doing that here!

    -Sarah

    Reno Has Style

  58. Audrey says

    April 17, 2013 at 3:54 am

    Perfect layering Kim! xo

  59. Dhruvi says

    April 17, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    LOVE this whole look! You always get layering right!! Btw, I just launched my new site and am giving away something new every day this week! I'm giving away a gorgeous Nine West bag today! Come check out the site & enter the giveaways!!

    Dhruvi
    Stilettos & Sequins

  60. Brooklyngal says

    April 18, 2013 at 1:46 am

    Such a cute ensemble!

    Nora
    http://www.penchantforpretty.com

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