Is this outfit okay for business casual day?!

[OPhiAGinger]

I love the cut on the OP's white pants but agree with the challenges that white would present. You don't need that stress!! On the other hand, even though black slacks are almost a uniform for women's business casual these days, I find it hard to coordinate them with summery tops. The black just seems to overpower the lighter colored top. The other day (at the OPA convention) I think I hit just the right balance: light gray sailor-style slacks, a yellow top, and a navy blazer with 3/4 sleeves. I got tons of compliments and felt very pulled together all day. So my advice is to explore neutral colored pants that are neither white nor black and see what you can pull together.

About the jacket pictured.... Am I the only one who thinks that looks like a warm-up jacket? Maybe it's the zippers and it looks like french terry or something similar.

[victoriana]

Originally Posted by OPhiAGinger

About the jacket pictured.... Am I the only one who thinks that looks like a warm-up jacket? Maybe it's the zippers and it looks like french terry or something similar.

I think the style is supposed to be inspired by motorcycle jackets. I'm not a fan, but that's just because my style is very feminine. I hate the statement zippers trend as well. So for me, this jacket is definitely a no go, haha. I do think french terry track jackets can be cute though. Obviously not for rush, though.

[AnotherKD]

I have to share a story. Today, a woman at work wore a very short dress. She is very pretty, and very, very voluptuous in the, uh, rear area. If you looked at her from the back, you could see her underwear sticking out. I kid you not. I couldn't think of anything to say to her either!

If we were allowed to have our phones in the building, I would have taken a picture.

[FSUZeta]

Originally Posted by AnotherKD

I have to share a story. Today, a woman at work wore a very short dress. She is very pretty, and very, very voluptuous in the, uh, rear area. If you looked at her from the back, you could see her underwear sticking out. I kid you not. I couldn't think of anything to say to her either!

If we were allowed to have our phones in the building, I would have taken a picture.

[katiecouture19]

Are one of these choices better? There is a very cute pair of shorts I saw at Express that are black, not too short or too tight and have a bow on them. Very feminine! What are your thoughts on shorts?




Also, thank you all VERY VERY MUCH for your help!!!

[33girl]

Wow, I can't even see the shorts because I can't get past how beat up Gwynnie looks in that picture. YIPES

[OPhiAGinger]

Love the shoes, but I hope your business casual day doesn't involve a lot of walking or you might regret them by the end. I like the pants, too. They're a dressy cut. But the button up white shirt / black pants combo seems like some sort of work uniform. Maybe if you punch it up with a colorful accessory it won't seem so stark.

[victoriana]

Originally Posted by katiecouture19

Are one of these choices better? There is a very cute pair of shorts I saw at Express that are black, not too short or too tight and have a bow on them. Very feminine! What are your thoughts on shorts?




Also, thank you all VERY VERY MUCH for your help!!!

I love all of those items. They look professional but still young and fresh. You should get some of that blister-blocking cream so your feet won't be hurting at the end of the day.

[Sciencewoman]

I don't think most dress shorts work well for sitting on the floor, because the fabrics often don't have any stretch or give (chino). These look like they have pleats, which could puff out when you're sitting. And, they can ride up/pull, and look weird around the thigh. Also, I wouldn't put shorts in the business casual category...I'd put them strictly in the casual category.

It sounds like they're telling you to expect to sit on the floor. Sit down on the floor in front of a dressing room mirror and see how your options look! That includes the back...make sure nothing rides down too far.

[GeekyPenguin]

I've always thought capris or cute cropped pants and a fun blouse (something from Limited, Express, H&M) is a good outfit for that kind of day.