Dress | Blazer | Necklace | Pumps | Watch

This lovely blue dress from Reiss reminded me of the Stella McCartney’s dress seen on Kate Middleton last year.  I love the lace panel detailing to give just a hint of embellishment as well as the lengthy short sleeves to flatter your look.

A black cropped blazer is just the right topper for the dress, and a pair of simple black pumps ties the whole look together.  For the finishing touches, I’ve found a similar necklace to Kate’s (stunning Cartier necklace) for far much less at Kohl’s along with an office-chic watch that only looks expensive.  I also recommend cinching the dress with a black belt and drape on your favorite scarf for another fun look.

Tights are one of the best transitional wardrobe items a woman can have.  As spring temperatures rise and as summer nears, I’m reaching for sheer tights instead of thicker opaque tights.  Although bare legs are acceptable at most work places, sheer tights can enhance your work style while providing a touch of warmth.  Here I am wearing my new Hanes Lace Thigh High Tights in a nude shade.

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A light cardigan is a season-perfect topper to layer over short sleeves and sleeveless styles.  All there is to say about this drape-front cardigan is WOW!  The picture of casual elegance in a relaxed sheer fabric with stylish cascading front.  You will feel fabulous in this featherweight cardigan that adds modest coverage without breaking a sweat.  Available in black, gray and porcelain.

So, how will you wear it for work?  Over a shell or sleeveless dress?  However you style it, there is no denying that the cardigan will add an easy dose of style to your work ensemble, like this.

Helmut Lang Voltage Draped Cardigan (also here)
DKNY Azurite Green/Black Mixed-Media Sheath Dress
Collection Etta Calf Hair Pumps
Biennial Satchel
Miu Miu Pentagon-Frame Sunglasses

Bobbi Brown has come out with a more feminine yet modern mix of “pink & red” collection.  The line is spring perfection – just what you need to liven up your makeup arsenal right now.  This limited edition includes lip color in Hot & Heart, cheek tint, lip gloss and nail polish.  With sheer and matte formulas, it’s flattering and wearable makeup for working women as well.

As in outfit version, a simple pink blouse + red skirt will create the prettiest colorblock look this season.  Click on the images for links.

There is nothing quite like a solid dress to make your morning dressing-up routine easier.  You simply cannot go wrong with a comfortable yet versatile dress like this Fit & Flare Wrap Dress.  It flatters practically every shape with a waist-cinching wrap style making you look fabulous all around!  Available in three colors – black, blue, ruby.

A solid color is a perfect palette to adding a variety of accessories for different occasions.  Wear the wrap dress with a pair of buttery suede pumps, gold-tone watch and elegant handbag (huge sale) the look is pulled together – perfect for the office.