Work Wear: Nautical Inspired

 Jacket- c/o Sheinside, Tee- J.Crew Factory, Skirt- H&M (similar), Heels- Zara, Necklace- Lulu's, Watch- Fossil

Nautical inspired outfits are a no-brainer for summer casual wear, so I figured why not incorporate the trend into my workwear? This navy lace skirt was probably the best thing I've ever found at H&M. I wish it was still in stock online so I could link it for you! I added this printed jacket from Sheinside to add just a little more detail and print mix to my look made up of otherwise basic pieces.

Yesterday, I posted on Johanna's blog about the nine closet staples you need for summer! Check out the post here.

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What To Wear to Work During a Fashion Rut

I mentioned last Thursday that I've been feeling a bit blah about my work wardrobe. Every morning, I wake up, grab the first matching pencil skirt and blouse combo I can find, and run out the door. There have been so many days when I've gotten to work and thought to myself, "I hate this outfit!" or "This outfit is so boring!" (Those are the days I don't post my #ootd to Instagram!) Since I wear my work clothes more often than my causal clothes, I became determined to find work wear inspiration and gathered what I found on a new Pinterest board.

I work in healthcare IT, and while the dress code is business casual, I still feel comfortable wearing bright colors and more fashion forward pieces. I don't mind experimenting as long as I feel appropriate and pulled together. Keeping that in mind, I put together three work-ready outfits using non-traditional pieces that I have every intention of wearing to work ASAP. And those I will document on Instagram!

Each item I featured below is under $30 (because you can look professional on a budget!).

Look 1: Skirt- Sheinside, $24, Top- Sheinside, $16, Pumps- Amazon, $27

Look 2: Trousers- Sheinside, $24, Blazer- Sheinside, $29, Blouse- H&M, $20, Sandals- Target, $30

Look 3: Crop Top- Sheinside, $25, Blouse- Target, $23, Trouser- H&M, $15, Oxfords- 6PM, $28

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Candy Colored

Coat- c/o Sheinside (on sale), Tee- Hanes men's tee , Jeans- c/o Aeropostale, Boots- Wanted (similar), Earrings- Jeweliq (identical), Bag- Kate Spade

What do you wear when the weather insists on being cold well into March when you are absolutely sick of your winter wardrobe? Wear a candy colored coat of course! I was actually excited for cold weather yesterday since it meant I could break out this blue beauty from Sheinside. I loved the way this shade of blue paired with my new blush Kate Spade, and was inspired to paint my nails the same pink shade.

This is my second piece of outerwear from Sheinside, and I have to say, I'm impressed with the quality you get for the price. Their coats are affordable enough that you can pick one up in a fun shade for the transition into spring. Just remember to size up! I'm wearing a medium and the fit is pretty snug.

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