What to Wear Over 40–Casual Friday or Casual Office

The scene:  A summer day at the office when the dress code is casual but you still want to look pulled together

The outfit:  Wear denim, but this time in a pencil skirt with a crisp shirt and a summery espadrille. Finish with turquoise accents (Click on pictures for more information)

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What to Wear Over 40–Summer in the Office

The scene:  A summer day at the office

The look:  Gray and white looks cool and chic; pair a surprisingly flattering Banana Republic shirred linen skirt with a very fitted top (a Velvet bodysuit!). Add  strappy wedges and keep the jewelry simple with sculptural shapes (Click on pictures for more information)

Hint:  Yes, you can wear this [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Summer Day at the Office

The scene:  Hot weather has arrived and you’re looking for work-worthy cool, comfortable clothes

The look:  Go with a sophisticated silk shirtdress from Banana Republic (on sale!) and spice it up with a Cole Haan belt, killer black sandals, dangling earrings and spiciest of all…a raspberry hobo (Click on pictures for more information)

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What to Wear Over 40–Shorts for Work or Play

This one is for you, Karen…

The scene:  A casual day at work or a day of running errands and lunch with a friend

The look:  Pair slouchy linen DKNY shorts with the simplest black fitted T. Now, make it an outfit with tough/chic accessories–a great belt, just this side of funky Coach sandals, an armful of black and [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Office to Dinner

The scene:  A day at the office and then you’re meeting your honey for sushi after work

The look:  Balance a summery J. Crew floral skirt with a simple silk knit tank and cardigan sweater. Make the outfit sing with Cole Haan kitten heeled sandals and layered gold chains and charms (Click on pictures for more [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Working at Home

This is a custom post for Karen, who works from home and needs outfits that are comfortable but polished enough to wear to meetings…

The scene:  A crazy work day that starts at home and finishes meeting with clients and dashing to the grocery store

The look:  Take a simple knit tank dress, as comfy as p.j.s [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Work Clothes for Creative Fields

The scene:  An office in a creative field, maybe advertising or retailing, where you have leeway in your choices and want to look modern and chic

The looks:  Diane von Furstenberg made it easy and designed two outfits that work beautifully in a creative office setting. (Click on pictures for more information)

The first, a gorgeous leather [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Spring Work Clothes

The scene:  A work day in the spring requires season spanning separates in light weight fabrics

The look:  Start with a hip Rag & Bone knit jacket and wear it over all black, knit wide leg pants and a tank. Finish the look with interesting sandals and make sure the pants are looong–almost grazing the floor, your [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Errands and Office Duties

The scene:  A busy day with errands and a quick stop into the office

The look:  Go casual but polished with Christopher Blue wide leg jeans paired with a Michael Kors sweater. This look is all about the accessories:  rockin’ sandals (time to put away the boots ) and some swingy earrings (Click on pictures [...]

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What to Wear Over 40–Early Spring Office Clothes

The scene:  The time of year to dress in layers to be ready for temperature fluctuation throughout the day

The look:  A traditional spring mix of neutral military colors starting with the best jacket of the season from Tory Burch, layered over a thin J. Crew cardigan and Old Navy T– a pastel scarf added for [...]

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