This is a tough challenge for every business woman. You have plenty of clothes in your closet, but you always seem to be stuck when it comes to choosing an outfit for the office party. Your light summer dresses may be too revealing for such an event, and pant suits are just way too formal. Here are some great ideas for office party outfits, and if you don’t have them at home, you can always treat yourself to some shopping.
Party Pants
Festive pants are a great opportunity to break out your everyday work attire. There are numbers of possibilities; you can choose pants with interesting prints, bright colors and even with a bit of sequins and sparkly decorations. You can also opt for some unusual materials such as velvet or satin, and for various designs like wide-legged or tight trousers. However, make sure to stay away from too tight, see-through and leather pants, since those are not appropriate for such parties. Additionally, pants are easy to combine with any type of blouses, sweaters and jackets and you will still look elegant, but ready to party. If you decide to opt for leggings, make sure to pair them with an elegant blouse or a statement necklace. Also keep in mind that the pattern should be simple and not sporty. Leggings are a sports clothing item that entered mainstream fashion, so it’s important to keep that in mind when styling them properly.
Dresses
Choosing a dress for an office party is the toughest task. There are plenty of factors to be taken into consideration, but you should always opt for looking office-appropriate in the most beautiful way. At all costs, avoid strapless and backless dresses or the ones filled with lace. These are too revealing and would look better on some other occasions. However, you can never go wrong if you have a few cocktail dresses to choose from. Just make sure to be careful with the hem length and cleavage. The safest option is an elegant black cocktail dress with long sleeves and at knee length. Also, you can wear a colorful, but tasteful, dress with short sleeves, keep in mind that it is desirable to have a blazer or a cardigan to complement the whole look and make you seem more professional.
Accessories
Any outfit, no matter the style, can be jazzed up with a nice necklaces and pair of earrings. For example, a sparkly and elegant statement necklace can instantly change the spirits of your rather dull or formal dress. You can also wear these over and over again with many different outfits and events. Have a few statement necklaces in different colors and shapes and simply combine them with a cocktail dress, an unpretentious shirt or a blazer and look professional and casual at the same time. Additionally, if you have some simple hanging earrings to pair with the necklace, your outfit will be golden. Another important element is a compact purse which can both serve its purpose and boost your outfit. There are various clutches and letter purses that look elegant, and their colors can complete your attire. Plus, these will come in handy for other events and will relinquish you from the burden of a big heavy purse on your shoulder.
It all comes down to looking stunning and ready to party as long as you still look professional. Level up some of your work attire with fancy jewelry or simply hit the stores for some simple yet elegant dresses and pants, and you will never have to ask yourself again what to wear to an office party.
