Tag Archives: workwear

in my closet: brown trousers & polka dots

Posted on January 16, 2012 by cassandra mcd.

discovery: yellow, green and brown color combination isn’t as gross as it sounds: 2011: brown wool-blend trousers & yellow polka dot ruffled blouse – banana republic/ 2010: nude patent pumps – joe fresh, brown belt – mexx, green cardi – … Continue reading →

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my closet: orange delight

Posted on January 11, 2012 by cassandra mcd.

discovery: in keeping with my resolution to wear more color during the winter, this is how i’m workin’ orange into my work wardrobe: 2011: orange blouse – old navy, white turtle-neck – joe fresh, black cropped pant – attitude, sears, … Continue reading →

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my closet: satin & silk

Posted on January 9, 2012 by cassandra mcd.

discovery: a silk blouse I purchased recently to act as my interview shirt (an alternative to the white or blue button-up/down shirt) that adds a bit more personality to my suit but still remains very professional and sharp.   2011: … Continue reading →

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my closet: trench coat + layering

Posted on January 4, 2012 by cassandra mcd.

discovery: a pendant i haven’t worn in years that will ‘work’ well with a bow blouse and cardi for a classic look for the office: 2011: classic trench coat – banana republic, white cardi – mango, bow blouse and belt– … Continue reading →

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how to work: the basic black trouser and white button down

Posted on January 4, 2012 by cassandra mcd.

glamour: Back to work!

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musings: work wardrobe resolutions for 2012

Posted on December 29, 2011 by cassandra mcd.

my urge to splurge (or spend foolishly) has been tempered a lot lately. i can’t tell if it’s because of this exercise in rediscovering my closet or simply that i hate winter and am suffering from early onset blahs. hmmm. … Continue reading →

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my closet: gun metal & pink bcbg dress

Posted on December 27, 2011 by cassandra mcd.

discovery: this dress was for yet another winter wedding. love the color and pretty pink art deco-like pattern and pleating. dress – bcbg max azria (2009) i hope i get a chance to wear it again. hmmm, might work it with a … Continue reading →

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shopping 101: rock on wit your bad self!

Posted on December 18, 2011 by cassandra mcd.

so, you’ve approached your shopping a little differently this time around: you hit the mall early, armed with your list and ready to do battle – well, to at least try things on and not give up too easily, and … Continue reading →

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shopping 101 – an outlet for your shopping woes?

Posted on December 15, 2011 by cassandra mcd.

hate the malls? hate paying full-price for clothes? or do you feel that waiting for items to go on sales is a waste of time? outlet malls might be the solution for you. outlets have upped their game in terms of merch; … Continue reading →

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shopping 101: trend watch…out

Posted on December 14, 2011 by cassandra mcd.

you might have to let go of the idea that you can rock leopard-print leggings. i get it, leopard is hot right now. just because something is trending now doesn’t mean that it’s the trend for you. do if you really … Continue reading →

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