Hello, my dear sweet beautiful babies. If you’re unlucky and you work a full 5 day week . . . first of all, I am very sorry, but second: you’re probably back to work today. So I’m even more sorry.
In the spirit of the working week, the first post to kick off my collab-month is with the wonderful AbsolutelyOlivia and it’s dedicated to finding you an outfit for work that’s smart, but still cute. (So the kind of outfit that I don’t actually wear to work, because your girl is lazy when it comes to looking good for work. And by lazy I mean fundamentally against the prospect.)
In winter, I confess to not caring about how I look . . . well, pretty much at all. Winter fashion bores me, winter weather drives me to hibernate in my room all the time and I’m too pale to be flattering anyway. Caring just really sets myself up for disappointment, you know?
However . . . it is now Spring. We are now in the season of positivity and rebirth and my desire to look like a presentable human being has been rekindled. So I’m going to at least pretend to care. That’s all you can really ask, right?
We each created an smart-casual look, perfect for the office and drinks after work; this is my one and you can take a look at Olivia’s here.
I decided to go with something super comfy and causal; a loose blazer that I’d really prefer to be fitted, a white top and the coolest lace-up faux leather trousers ever, a la River Island. The leather adds a touch of I’m-not-a-sad-corporate-sell-out, which I think is nice and let’s me pair it up with some cool silver jewellery relatively well.
Plus, this entire outfit is made up of basics – so not only can you wear pretty much everything again (aside from the unflattering blazer; can we leave oversized blazers behind in school please?), you’ve probably got something similar in your wardrobe already.
In case you haven’t heard of Olivia, she’s a brilliantly talented blogger – at an insanely young age! – and she is killing the style and social media game. I haven’t got my shit that together and I’m 20 in December! (Dear God, that is an entirely terrifying concept . . . break out the anti-wrinkle cream.)
I highly recommend giving her a follow – you won’t regret it.
Yes, I did pose in entirely un-flattering head positions for all my outfit photos. I’m not a model, sue me.
I personally love the choker I’m wearing; I bought it from Topshop last year and it’s so rock’n’roll, but super pretty too.
Okay, so that’s pretty much this post done. I hope those of you that are back at work aren’t hating your lives too much – I join you in the gallows tomorrow, don’t worry! Make sure you check out Olivia’s post – her style is awesome and I’m super excited to steal- I mean, check it out.
In case you missed my “What’s Coming Up In Spring!” post, this is the first of an entire month of collab posts! (Exciting stuff, right?) Make sure you’re checking in regularly to discover some awesome new content creators – and some awesome new content. Remember, if you want to get involved, feel free to leave a comment or shoot me an email at: crystalsandcurls@mail.com.
Did you guys like my outfit? What was your favourite part? What’s your go-to business casual outfit? Are you on the fancier side or do you like your casual wear too much to cheat? Let me know your thoughts down below!
Peace,
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Ok ok looking good girl!!! The blazer and lace-up pants are super perfect together, and I love how this is still your style even though you’re having to dress for (ugh) work 😉
Thanks gorgeous girl! I only just got home (boo) so reading your post now – super excited! xx
You look very nice lovely. Love the minimalism on you. xx
Thank you gorgeous girl! I’m really loving more minimal looks at the moment xx
This is a great look, but how comfortable are the pants?
Thanks girly! They’re honestly pretty comfy 🙂
Wow, then I’ve decided they’re really Ginchy then!
I love your choice of outfit, comfortable yet still effortlessly chic. Even though I am (only) a full time student, it can be tough when you have a long day of lectures and work ahead. I’m not one to opt for joggers, yet still want my outfit to be comfy. I think tights don’t get enough credit! They are SO stretchy and all you have to do is throw on a dress or skirt and out the door you go.
GIRL yes! Tights are a big yes 🙂 I feel like comfy yet still stylish clothing doesn’t get enough credit tbh x
Gorgeous! X
Thank you!x
Such a cool outfit; I love Olivia too! Thank you for sharing xx
Isn’t she brilliant! And thanks lovely girl!xx
I’m a total sucker for black & white and loveeee the lace-up detail on those pants!
Same here! I think it’s so minimal but classy – you can never go wrong with black and white 🙂 x
I love the faux leather pants …it works well with you!!
Thank you lovely! xx
Girl! THIS outfit is LOVE!!!! I am obsessed! AND YOU kill the blogging game! Love this <3 <3 <3
Oh my god you’re actually the sweetest thing I CAN’T!! Love you ❤ ❤ ❤
Awe YOU are the sweetest thing and I love YOU! <3
This is gorgeous and edgy af! I love it! and your hair is to die for! <3
Awww thank you so much! You’re such a sweetheart! <3
Wishing you well. Hopefully it’s a good summer approaching over there for you guys x
Thank you! You too 🙂
You’re the best, Slash 🎩
I love this look, it’s so cool and classy! You look amazing! I’m glad that I found your blog through this collab 😉
love, elena
https://outnaboutweb.wordpress.com
Thank you girly 🙂 x
I really like this outfit, it looks wonderful on you!
Alys
https://alysjournals.wordpress.com
Aw thanks lovely!xx
Can you say HELLA good looking? Oh yeah, nice outfit too. 😛
I really like the knit of the top, it gives it more flair.
-Knurly
You’re too sweet! Thank you girly – and I definitely agree with you, it adds a bit of interesting 🙂 x
I love your outfit it is so cute and really really suits you!! The choker is so pretty as well I need to check it out 😊 xx
Aww thank you so much you sweetheart!xx
It’s okay 😘 xx
The blazer and lace up pants pair perfect together, literally in love with your style!! I have been well attempting to dress a little bit more edgy lately, this is def some great inspo!! Thanks so much for sharing, as always great material!!
XO, MK
https://mackenziekateri.com/
Awww thank you so much lovely! I’m glad I could help 🙂 xo
I love your trousers!!!
GIRL I saw them online and almost threw my card at the screen x
Yasss GURL slayyy!
😉 <3
THOSE PAAAAANTS! 😍😍😍
I actually work a corporate 9-5 and refuse to play by the rules. Lately I’ve been trying though—I wore a blazer (fancy) with my harem pants and combat boots and my coworkers damn near fainted.
I love this look! Very chic!
Dom | http://www.DivaNamedDom.com
GIRLLLL DO YOU KNOW HOW QUICKLY I ADDED THEM TO MY CART WHEN I SAW THEM ??
And ooooh I would LOVE to see some of your work style! Do share 😉 xx
Honestly, I don’t blame you!!! They’re smoking hot! 🔥🔥🔥
I’m such a millennial it hurts. That does, indeed, make for a good blog post!
Dom | http://www.DivaNamedDom.com
Guurrrllll! You look absolutely bomb!! x
You’re such a sweetie, thank you! 😀 x
Love the outfit!
Thank you!x
I like this outfit x
Thanks girly! xx
my dude you rock that over-size blazer so well!! also, noticed we are complete opposites, winter fashion is my absolute fave and I LOVE getting dressed up during winter!! Loved this collab xx
Aww thank you! And girlllll but summer fashion is so pretty and free ;-; xx
I love this outfit and it makes work more fun when you get to walk around looking sassy and stylish like this!xxx
Such a babe as always! Love that cute necklace and your outfit is brilliant! x
That outfit looks so cool! Love the trousers, they’re so unique! 😀
So I’m a complete minimalist and live in black and white – super creative I know! But it means that I love this outfit!! I use to live in blazers and people kept telling me that I looked like I was heading to work and so I stopped. But now I want to bring them back into my wardrobe. You look beautiful in the photos as well! xx
The leather trousers look incredible! Not sure I would be able to wear them to work though unfortunately. Laughing at the fact you turn 20 in December and are talking about anti-wrinkle cream – I turned 21 in January and can promise you I am still as much of a mess as I was when I was 18! xx
ugh why are you so gorgeous I wanna CRY. I’m gonna have to stop reading your blog soon because my self esteem is going out the window hahaha, LOVED this post xxx
You are rocking the corset belt (and of course the entire outfit), girl! 🙂 xx
A 5 day week sounds dreamy 😣😣 I work in the leisure industry! !
You look so beautiful 😍❤️ You are stunning and damn I loved that oufit!
Nice read and beautiful photos! Thanks
Too cool for a school look