Strong Female Leaders: How to Dress Business Casual

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By Freelance Contributor | Strong Female Leaders | Reading Time: Three Minutes As summer turns into fall, your summery wardrobe turns as well. This is just about the most exciting time of the year for workwear: when you can still wear the flowing dresses, light blouses and flirty skirts, and now with weather-appropriate transitional pieces. Bring on the chunky sweaters, cozy cardis and sleek outerwear! Need ideas? Please scroll down.

1) V Neck Cardigan | $10 - 20

When the temperature drops down, cozy up in a lightweight cardi that goes well with everything.

How to wear it? Topping it over a simple dress will do just fine.

2) Cole Haan Women's Leather Racer Jacket | $170.80 - $399.95

Some style come and go, but not a timeless piece like the classic racer jacket. It's sleek, chic and adds a bit of umph to any outfit. Use this beautifully structured racer to balance a soft floral piece. You'll look both on-trend and put-together.

How to wear it? Layer this tough-looking jacket over a demure floral creates a balanced outfit.

3) Wide Legged Jump Suit | $54.66 - $70.05

Nothing screams "fierce" as much as a jump suit. This figure-flattering one-piece has been blowing up both on the runway and the real way. When paired with an office-appropriate jacket, a jump suit turns from play wear to office wear. If you don't quite know what color of jump suit to get, stick with basic black.

How to wear it? Pair it with a cropped jacket.

4) Faux Fur Vest | $17.99 - $28.99

This luxurious-looking vest is the epitome of fashion meets affordability. Plus, faux fur makes it cruelty free. Layer it over anything and you've just added style, dimension, and warmth to your outfit.

How to wear it? A chunky vest like this goes well with clean lines.

5) Slouchy Scarf | $17.99 - $28.99

Never underestimate the power of a knitted scarf. Not only is it a cold weather essential, it is also the ultimate transition piece that adds comfort and volume to naturally transition summer wear into fall must-have. It also helps that a knitted scarf is warm, soft and comfortable.

How to wear it? A knitted scarf matches everything, especially an outfit that already has layers.

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By Freelance Contributor | Strong Female Leaders | Reading Time: Three Minutes As we anxiously await for the official date to return to the office, thoughts on what types of office workwear to make our reentries in flutter through our heads. Though post-quarantine life may look significantly different from before, our style should exude the same confidence and grace. Whether you are the goal getter in the corner office, the do-it-all startup type, or the creative solo-preneur, you want to dress like you command respect. To get you started, scroll down for workwear outfit ideas that match your personality.

1. The Woman in the Corner Office

She is passionate, ambitious, trustworthy and driven. She has a vision of herself and takes the steps to achieve it. She works hard, tackles difficult projects and that's why she deserves the corner office. She also deserves to be seen. The key piece of this out fit is that gorgeous blue dress with large peplum sleeves that take as much room as possible.

2. The Office Social Butterfly

She is outgoing, charismatic and has an attractive personality. She's always planning something fun and tries to invite everyone she knows. She likes to get noticed and dresses that way too. The key piece to her outfit is that long, flowy, polka dot dress.

3. The Go To Gal

The Go To Gal knows the office inside and out, and she is happy to help newbies out. She's friendly, handy and wants to help. Her outfit's key piece is the open front blazer, which gives off an open and amiable vibe.

4. The Office Mom

Every office has an office mom. She is wise, loving and takes care of everyone. She may or may not be a mom outside of work, but in the office, she is everyone's emotional support. She prefers comfort over style, and her outfit's key piece is the very comfy wrap.

5. The Techie

The techie is very, well, techie. She owns the newest gadgets, knows the latest apps, and talks a mile a minute. She's young, fresh and spunky, and loves all things nerdy. She doesn't quite fit the office environment but makes the best of it. Her outfits are more street wear than workwear but she gets away with it. The best thing about her outfit is that fabulous TUMI laptop bag, which fits an entire army of techie gear.

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By Freelance Contributor | Strong Female Leaders | Reading Time: Five Minutes
Summer’s here and COVID's over. Well, getting there. For those of us who will return to the office soon, updating our wardrobe is on the to-do list. Now is the time to tuck away comfy work-at-home attire and start thinking about purchasing new workwear. Because summer is in full swing, how about fun, breezy summer dresses that are work-appropriate too? Scroll down for ideas that you can make use of.

Work Appropriate Summer Dresses

1) Princess Seamed by Calvin Klein | $71

This bright, flattering dress adds color and flare the everyday workwear. It's fun but also professional, and flatters every body type. Find it at the CALVIN KLEIN PRINCESS SEAMED DRESS.

2) J.Crew Mercantile Women's Short-Sleeve Floral Ruffle Wrap Midi Dress | $56

A ruffled dress fits the warm season perfectly, with its flowy sillouete, fitted waist line and asymmetrical hemline. It's romantic but also quite dressy. If you top it with a light blazer or jacket, you can turn the boardwalk essential into an office attire must have.

3) Casual Loose Plain Pleated Midi Dress | $21.99

Even though this dress carries a casual tone, with a jacket or a light cardigan, it can become a polished outfit. Whether you continue to work at home, or go back to the office, you need a comfortable dress that also looks professional. Start with this cool, casual and loosely-fit midi, layer with an office-appropriate top, and add a touch of luxurious accesories. This dress will soon look like millions.

4) The Swing Dress | $28.99

This classic style by GRACE KARIN had us at hello. Fun, flirty top and full, voluminous bottom with a belt to accentuate the waistline. What's not to like?

5) HALSTON Women's Sleeveless Twist Front Shirred Stretch Jersey Asymmetric Dress | $153.10

If this HALSTON DRESS's unique asymmetrical style, soft and stretchable material, and subtly sexy appeal, then how aboout its versatility and the ability to transform from an office workwear to a party dress? Every strong female leader needs a well-rounded dress. This HALSTON may just be the one.

6) The Cap Sleeved Maxi | $153.10

In this bright, lengthy MICHAEL KORS MAXI, you stand out like the super star you were meant to be. Its stunning color, unappologetic length and rare hemline define just how one-of-a-kind you are. The dress can be worn at just about anywhere, and certainly in the office.

7) The Shirt Dress | $153.10

Who knew that the shirt dress can become a workwear essential? Then again, MICHAEL KORS MAXI, you stand out like the super star you were meant to be. Its stunning color, unappologetic length and rare hemline define just how one-of-a-kind you are. The dress can be worn at just about anywhere, and certainly in the office.