Wear it to Work Mondays: Smocked Waist Jersey Dress

The Online Shopper's Wear it to Work Mondays focuses on work attire in professional settings. 


Smocked Waist Jersey Dress

Today is a national holiday, so chances are your office is closed.  But...ah hem...you just may have a pretty avid online shopping habit, and would like to rake in the $$.  That begs the question: what on earth do you wear to work when the office is closed, knowing full well that you will see other coworkers who are as equally as ambitious as you are?  The Online Shopper thinks that this $59.50 Smocked Waist Jersey Dress from http://www.anntaylorloft.com/ may be a good option for you.  The color is called "night rose" and The Online Shopper thinks this color could work on the lightest to the darkest skin tones.  This dress is versatile (you can head to the grocery store when you leave work), comfortable (it is a holiday, after all) and conservative (you are at work)!  As with any jersey dress, good shape wear is a must (unless you are Serena Williams, Lady Gaga, or Gisele - but then you would be too fabulous for this Ann Taylor Loft dress in the first place...so get the shape wear).  The Online Shopper likes the styling options as pictured, but would probably put this dress with some nude flats rather than lace-up espadrilles for the office.  For those of you staying clear of the office today, enjoy the remainder of your weekend!       



Deal of the Day: Polished Sateen Blazer from Ann Taylor

The Online Shopper's Deal of the Day brings you stylish steals to ramp up your lifestyle -- without depleting your bank account! 

The Online Shopper is really into this white, fitted, Polished Sateen Blazer from http://www.anntaylor.com/. Inspired by The Duchess of Cambridge's apparent love for shrunken blazers, as seen here, The Online Shopper cannot help but to be drawn to this piece! 

At a reasonably priced $158.00 The Online Shopper can see wearing this basic piece with almost anything in your closet.  For work, try topping off a nude camisole, black wide-leg pants and accent with turquoise jewerly.  It would also work equally well over a sheath dress, with a voluminous patterened skirt, or a pair of jeans (as pictured).  To boot the already-there value, Ann Taylor is currently offering 20% off of two full priced items, 30% off of three full priced items and free shipping on orders over $150.  Use code MORECHIC at checkout.  This undisputed versatility juxtaposed to the reasonable price point makes this a must-have for spring-summer 2011. 

    

Wear it to Work Mondays: Ivanka Trump's Amoro Pumps

The Online Shopper's Wear it to Work Mondays is a post focusing on work attire.  The styling recommendations are geared towards a professional environment. 


Ivanka Trump's Amoro Pumps

 On the heels (pun intended) of the Celebrity Apprentice finale, The Online Shopper could think of no better post than a celebration of mom-to-be, Ivanka Trump's shoe line!  In that regard, The Online Shopper thinks that the Amoro Pump, available at Amazon should be the shoe for you. 

The pumps are also available in natural leather, red, and light pink but The Online Shopper thinks that the classic black pump, with a rounded toe and a moderate 3.5 heel height, should be a staple to a professional wardrobe.  Prior to making a purchase The Online Shopper always considers the "price per wear ratio."  This is the ratio of opportunities to wear the fashion (or use the product) as compared to its price.  The best scores go to items that have lower price points but can easily be integrated into one's lifestyle and wardrobe.  The worst scores go to those high priced items that can really only be worn occasionally. 

The Online Shopper gives a great price per wear ratio.  The Amoro's would be beautiful with a suit, dress or a skirt, which means that they could be worn several times during the work week, and at $120 these are worthy of the online shopping cart.