Manic Monday: 9 to 5 Color

With winter now in full swing, I find myself reaching for rich berry hues.  For today's Manic Monday post, I styled a pretty burgundy pleated skirt from ASOS.

Skirt:  ASOS (Available here)

This skirt paired with a deep forest blouse is a sophisticated take on the classic Christmas color combination.  I don't think red and green need to be relegated just to the Christmas holiday - this is just a great color combination for winter! 

Blouse:  Who What Wear x Target (Available in ivory or black here and here)

Belt:  ELOQUII (Available here)

The shapes work particularly well for the office, and I love how the pleats of the skirt play with the pleats on the blouse.  The belt and booties help tie the look together.

The look has a little bit of a late 70s/early 80s vibe but still feels modern.

Boots:  FarylRobin Fawcett (Available at Target here)

Purse:  Target (old)
Glasses:  Coach

Do you wear green and red together outside of the holidays?

Berry Professional

I haven't been posting quite as many work looks lately, and since I do work five days a week in an office, my work clothes get worn more than anything else.

Blazer:  New York & Company Petites

I'm assuming the same is true for most of you!

So, I have a few recent work looks lined up for the next few days.  My office is business casual, so these looks might be a bit too conservative or not conservative enough depending on where you work. Hopefully, they will serve as some work wear inspiration!

Pants:  New York & Company

Blouse: The Limited (Available here)

As much as I love blazers and a lot of other perfectly professional gear, I have to admit that work clothes can get a little boring.  But, you have to be careful about what you do to liven these looks up or risk looking inappropriate.

For me, color is one of the easiest ways to give your work looks a boost without veering off course.

Heels:  Target

For today's look, I stuck with a neutral black trouser, but then I added in burgundy pumps, a wine lace top, and pink blazer for a berry nuanced color palette (See what I did there?).  ;-)

Clutch:  Target (Available here)

The lace top was one of my November budget purchases.  The other pieces are closet work staples, but felt new when paired together. 

Bracelets:  LOFT and Torrid

How do you keep your work wardrobe from feeling stale?

For the trousers in other looks, see here and here.
For the blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, here, and here.