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March 27, 2009
Our friend Mallory can now be officially classified as the working professional. She has contributed her thoughts on how to dress for work on a major budget. Here are some suggestions on how you can take what is in your closet and update it on the cheap:
I have definitely been one to talk up accessories, but I have to admit I should really use them more! Scarves were great additions to outfits for the winter, but I was trying to figure out what could replace them for the summer. The first thing I came up with were headbands. I even found that some of my favorite celebrities were wearing their own interpretation of this trend. Photos courtesy of Google Images.
   
Headbands come in different designs and fabrics and could add some much color to a basic outfit. Also, they are so affordable! Check out these fun headbands that I found right on workchic.com below!
The three headbands are from oldnavy.com and at $4.50 each you can afford all three!
  
I found the next set at shopbop.com for $35 each. They are great for those casual days at the office.
  
March 18, 2009
Call it curvy, plus size, or well endowed just make sure your look is Workchic before you walk out the door to the office. It’s Spring and this season we want to see you in hot new shades of yellow, blue, and coral; lots of fun prints; and utilizing your accessories. Your work wardrobe should be kicked up and more vibrant this season. Since you can read our other posts to find great accessories in this segment we are going to look exclusively at Plus Size Clothing for Spring. Whether your office is casual, business casual, or business professional we have new Spring looks for you.
Dresses are a must have! If you office is on the conservative side wear a blazer or cardigan to stay covered up. This is helpful for offices that can’t control the temps too. We love these three styles from Lane Bryant. They are all belted at the waist, accentuating your smallest part, then gently float out in a flattering A-line silhouette. Pair these with black pumps or neutral sling-backs and stack on some bracelets to complete the look.
     
What better to go with a dress then a trench coat? We love this coral shade from Old Navy, though it is also available in Black. Either way they are under $50! White and Navy plaid trench from CJ Banks is fun and sophisticated. You can feel comfortable wearing this into most office environments. Steel Blue microfiber trench is a true raincoat. We found it at Lane Bryant Catalog for only $44.99, but please note all sales are final on this item.
   
Blouses are another simple way to update your work wardrobe for Spring. You can work them in with your basics and existing pieces easily. Take this printed blouse from Avenue with yellow accents. Pair it with black or charcoal pants for a business casual office or wear with your dark wash denim for a more casual style. For a truly casual office try this tie waist blouse. Dress it up with a denim pencil skirt and sophisticated sandals. The colors in this chiffon blouse from Dillards are easy to work back to black. Pair with your basic trousers or layer under a suit jacket for a business look.
   
Old Navy’s Plus Size collection is only available on-line, but they do have a nice selection. We found a few more Springy tops for you to check out for work. We love the embroidered yoke details on this orange top. No need for a necklace with this solid. I don’t think we need to tell you what makes this pink floral top one of our favorites. It’s so sweet and feminine; plus it is another easy option to layer under a jacket especially in warmer months. Our last option leans more toward Casual Friday but we just love the pin tucking details at the shoulder.
  
For more plus size options use our filters under apparel. You can also sort by office type, price, and brand. Become a fan and share your Workchic Spring style with us on Facebook. Happy Shopping!
     
February 24, 2009
Our favorite friend Mallory is know entering her fifth month into her new job. She has the itch for Spring even though it may be 30 degrees out. She’s over it! Here is what she had to say:
” Well it’s that time a year again when I have the itch for Spring! I can’t even bear to think of six more weeks of winter! New York City indeed has had a strange winter this year. One day it is freezing cold and then a blast of warm weather (40-50 degrees mind you) comes our way! I don’t know what to wear anymore. The clothing selection in the stores right now are such a tease to us New Yorkers because of all the really cute dresses and open toe shoes that are everywhere! There are some great buys out there right now though for the warmer weather that I can’t help but buy! I feel like a lucky lady everytime I find a bargain! I was searching dresses on workchic.com and so many options came up. I asked myself how much could I actually spend within my budget and I aimed for $50 and under, but allowed myself to look for dresses also around the $100 mark, just in case there was something really great I couldn’t pass up! I found the brands BB Dakota, C & C California, Free People, and Old Navy had great dresses that were both affordable, chic, and work appropriate outfits. Some of the dresses I found would need a cardigan or a little jacket to go over it, but mainly they were very suitable for spring/summer work attire. I also found a real business casual look. Not only is it very comfortable but the shirt dress can be found in almost any store and any brand you are looking for.Spring is around the corner- 25 days but who is counting?”Here are some of Mallory’s Spring bargains she found recently…
 
We like the business casual outfits Mallory found for Spring. She could pair the outfits with a long cardigan and black opaque tights to get her through the colder temps until Spring rolls around.
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January 27, 2009
January 19, 2009
Our friend Mallory just achieved the 3 month mark in her new job. Congrats Mallory! During these past 12 weeks we have seen her transform from college student to hard working professional. A little shy when it came to the shopping experience, Mallory has conquered her fears and can tell us all a thing or two about bargain shopping. Here are her thoughts..
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“Ever since the holidays, I’ve been a little nervous to go back to the stores because of the crazy crowds, but finally I returned to the idea of shopping this past weekend. All I can say is wow! There are tons of sales out there and even on the internet. It is definitely the time to shop if you are in need of clothes. The only downfall I found was that they didn’t have my size in everything I needed, but if you search really hard, you are bound to find something that fits just right. I got this adorable jacket from Old Navy, which is for the spring time, but it only cost $8.47! You can’t beat that! I just had to get it. There were also great sales on sweaters. All of the spring clothing is coming out now, but since it’s only January and living in NYC, sweaters are still very necessary! There are sales ranging from $15-$20 and they were actually really well stocked with sizes, at least in the sweater dept. I found that going in and out of stores and searching the internet you just have to be a bit patient. Using workchic.com brought me to sales and offers that you can’t find in stores, which was great! There are new and exciting things that just came to stores for the spring time, but hey why not take advantage of the sales and stock up a bit for the winter time. What you buy this year can prepare you for next year and at a cheaper price!”
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What bargains have you found this month? We would love to hear about them!
Happy Shopping from Workchic.com!
December 26, 2008
Did it seem like the holidays and went this year? You wound up with alot of great gifts but were even more excited about the gift cards and extra spending money you received. Want to get a deal and save a few dollars? Well the Workchic.com team has been scouring the web to find out all of the post holiday sales that are going on. Take a look what we found below:
Couture Candy.com- They are also running a free shipping and sales promotion until Jan 2009. Click on the link to get started.
BananaRepublic.com- We found two great promos at Banana Republic. The first one is from 12/26-12/29 you can take an extra 20% off already reduced merchandise. Again this is just for markdown or sale items ONLY. Not regular price items. Just enter the code Extra20 at checkout. Restrictions do apply. Offer ends at 11:59pm EST on 12/29. We also found another great promotion for regular or sale price items:Get 20% off when you spend $125 at Banana Republic. Just enter promo code: CELEBRATE
Edressme.com- It is now officially winter so it’s time to get that winter coat you have been talking about! Edressme is running a designer coat sale through 1/12.09. Check it out below.
 Designer Coat Sale. Coats from Sonia Rykiel, Tibi and more are 30% off now through 1/12
Piperlime.com
Have you checked out the latest selection of handbags at Piperlime.com? They have a great sale on their already reduced handbag selection that starts on 12/28 and ends 12/29 at 11:59 PM PST. It is a one day sale so act fast. Click on the link below.
Just a few of the handbags featured in their sale:
- Marc by Marc Jacobs – Jelly Jacquard Lil Riz
Reg Price: $328, Sale Price: $230, Sale+promo: $184
- Marc by Marc Jacobs – Jelly Jacquard Large Zip Around
Reg Price: $198, Sale Price: $139, Sale+promo: $111
- Melie Bianco – Double Fringe Hobo
Reg Price: $84, Sale Price: $59.99, Sale+promo: $47.99
- Francesco Biasia – Marie
Reg Price: $398, Sale Price: $234.99, Sale+promo: $187.99
For two days only, 20% off already discounted handbags at Piperlime. Just enter the code WOW at checkout. Ends Dec 29.* Shop Now
New York and Company:
New York and Company are claiming this is their biggest sale of the year. Sale run until 1-18-09. They are also running a free shipping promotion for orders over $50. This promotion ends on 12-31-08.
 
Gap.com-
Take an Extra 25% off all Gap Sale Merchandise December 26th through December 29. Simply enter “SALE” at checkout. Shop Now!
Brooks Brothers-
Their semi-annual sale starts today and ends 1/5/08. Look for savings up to 50% 0ff.
Linea Pelle.com-
Wow we found four sales promotions running until 1/31/09.
Get $15 off any order over $100 at Linea Pelle! Use code CJLP15.
Get free shipping on your purchase of $100 or more at Linea Pelle!
Use code CJLP10 to take 10% off any order at Linea Pelle
Shop Linea Pelle’s Specials section for reduced prices on great handbags, belts and more
Old Navy
Torrid.com
Kmart.com
We couldn’t resist these sales at Kmart.com.
Save an Extra 10% off Almost Everything All Day on 1/4 and 1/10 at Kmart.com
Receive only $1.99 shipping per item on Clearance Clothing 1/4-1/10
All Womens and Womens Plus Size Jeans on Sale 1/4-1/10
Stay tuned to Workchic.com for more sale listings and events. Happy Holidays and Happy Shopping from Workchic.com!
November 11, 2008
There’s a chill in the air, the wind is whipping through your hair, and you just stepped in a giant puddle- all while wearing those new flats you bought over the weekend! All you want to do is crawl under the covers and hibernate. If that is not an option can you wear your sweats to work at least? We don’t suggest either so here are two options to braving the elements without looking like a shlumpadinka. Don’t remember what that phrase is exactly? The phrase was first created by Oprah. As she states on oprah.com: “I made this word up a long time ago. It represents, for me, a woman who dresses like she has completely given up…and it shows.”
Rainboots
  
You won’t get glances for the wrong reasons while wearing these red and black plaid Jeffrey Campbell Wellies for only $64.99. You also go very simple and chic with these black MICHAEL KORS Women’s Wedge wellies for $119.99. Our last pair Chooka Radiant Bootis priced right at $65.00. Your feet can stay warm and dry while still looking workchic! All rainboots are courtesy of shop.com.
Scarf Cardigans
  
What is not to love about the latest way to layer up while still remaining workchic ? A scarf and cardigan in one. How easy is that? We found these Hooded Scarf Cardigans at oldnavy.com.You can pick up multiple colors for $34.50 each. They not only come in regular sizes but plus and maternity sizing as well. Have fun layering them under your winter coat or just wearing as is on casual fridays.
You see you can still remain workchic even during the harshest weather! There is no reason to bring out the shlumpadinka!
 
October 27, 2008
Can you remember the very first day of your job? The anticipation of the job yet alone what to wear to make that first impression is enough to keep you up at night. Our dear friend-Mallory- is starting a new job this week. She contributes her thoughts on choosing that first day outfit and how’ll she dress to impress. We would love to hear what you think of her first day outfit! Keep reading below…
“I have started about a million jobs over my college career (or what feels like anyway) and the night before you first day of your new job is always a little nerve wracking. Tomorrow, I am starting another new job and there’s a difference because this is the night before the first day of my first REAL job. Yes the real job that will pay the bills. This is the real deal. I have a million things going through my head, but one of the main thoughts running through my mind is WHAT DO I WEAR? How should I present myself on this day? Working in a medical office setting, it is all business casual. The way I chose my first day outfit was based off of what I observed in my new workplace, for example what the person wore who interviewed me or what the people wore that I will be working with. My idea of the perfect outfit for this day is to feel comfortable yet office appropriate. That outfit for me is a nice pair of maroon pants which were super afffordable from Old Navy, a black poplin shirt with collar that ties to the side (which gives the shirt a bit more style rather than just a typical plain black work shirt) from H & M, and black flats that have a little buckle at the toe. This completes my comfortable yet sophisticated look that I feel is appropriate for the day. To finish off the outfit, I will wear a simple silver necklace and of course my watch. I wouldn’t add too much else to this outfit. I think I would be overdoing it. If I chose a shirt that was a bit more simple, such as a plain button down, I would have tucked in the shirt and worn a black belt to complete the look. In this outfit, I feel that I will fit the dress policy my new company is looking for, yet still feel comfortable in my own clothes. I’ll update you in a week or so on my progress! ”
We wish you the best of luck on your first day Mallory! Remeber to keep shopping workchic.com for all of your work wardrobe needs!
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