Anna Soo Wildermuth

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Archive: Women Wardrobe

Are leggings with a short dress okay for business casual?

Legimages2UJK1S9LA question that has come up is whether leggings can be worn with a short dress or skirt for business casual. It depends on the company, location and the field you are in but my first answer would be no. It’s fine for a personal social event and possibility a very casual business social event.

I have worn a dress that hit above my knees with Capri leggings for a personal social event but it is highly unlikely that I would wear that to a client event no matter how casual. The look is too trendy and not everyone would understand it.

 

The black pump is back – Thank goodness!

The black pumarche imagesKM2MCT7Tp is making a comeback and I personally am very happy with this. I just purchased the last pair of Arche black pumps at Bloomingdales. They are so comfortable that I love wearing them.

Heels have always been a challenge. It seems like all the pumps were too high or too low and the toes were too pointy, round or square. What I want is a good looking, smart pair of black shoes that can be worn with slacks or a skirt that’s either longer (French slightly over the knee) or shorter, above the knee. And I have found them!

 

On Line Shopping – Can it Work For You?

With everyoshopping onlineimagesNQLRUQ49ne’s very busy schedule, I am often asked what are good sites to go on for on-line shopping. The best sites are the ones that offer free shipping and returns with no minimum purchases. Sites such as Nordstrom.com, Zappo.com and Amazon Prime (with membership) are a few of the sites that make purchases and returns hassle free.

You need to be cautious about discount sites because they have often have clauses about time limits for returns.

It is not recommended to purchase online for a designer or label where you are not familiar with the fit, color or style, especially the ones with limited return policies. Otherwise, online shopping is a blessing for those who work 24/7.

A great example is when I was at Nordstrom’s Anniversary sale on the first day. It was a madhouse in the shoe department. There was an hour wait to get help with a sales person. So, I took a look at boot I wanted. Then I went home, looked at the reviews and ordered. The boots came in within 2 days! The fit was perfect. On line shopping can take away your stress as it did mine in that instance.