How to Wear Shorts in Cold Weather

Good morning! Our last day in SF and I couldn't be more excited to fly home! Today's outfits is another outfit I've been wearing during the winter time in NYC. As much as I love wearing skirts out in the city, it's nice to throw on a pair of shorts with tights (it's so much easier getting in and out of cabs). Here are a few tips when wearing shorts in the cold weather.

1. Wear Tights - throw on any color tights with your shorts (I wore mustard color tights here)

2. Wear longer or rolled shorts - if you have any longer shorts or even shorts that can be rolled up, try those (like she did here)

3. Pair with Boots or Booties - this is a great time to bring out your boot or booties, which look great with tights and can sometimes be difficult to wear with skirts (love this look)

4. Tuck in Top - wearing fitted top & shorts is great for the summer, wear an oversized top with the look (love her outfit)

5. Layers - this is a great wear to throw on some of your favorite pieces, a black cropped blazer would have also worked with this look (like Olivia Palermo did here)

Top :: Express

Shorts :: The Limited (similar here & here)

Necklace :: J. Crew (similar here)

Heels :: Halogen 

Coat :: Zara (similar here & here)

Bag :: Zara (love this one)

How to Wear Accessories to Work

I'll be the first to admit that getting ready for work can be monotonous and boring. Looking through my closet, I see the same black pants and same blouse I  always wear to work. Those days happen often and when they do, I throw on accessories. Necklaces, earrings, heels (can be considered an accessory), handbags, gloves, scarfs, rings, bracelets, and/or a blingy watch. Okay, not all of them, but I pick a few of my favorite.

If leopard dresses are frowned upon at the office, then buy a leopard scarf or a cute pair of leopard heels. For example, I love colorful leather pieces in my closet, but I could only dream of wearing tops or skirts to the office, instead I buy purple and red leather gloves to satisfy my leather love. So when I get to the office, I take off my cute gloves and put them in my bag. It's like no one ever saw them...except the ladies in the office. Later on they'll tell me how much they loved my red leather gloves.

One of my favorite accessories to wear to work is fur. This faux fur scarf is from Banana Republic and it always makes me feel glamorous. For those of you who follow me on Instagram, I always wear my FUR HEADBAND and yes...that includes wearing it to work and business meetings. So don't let the daily grind of work outfits get to you. Dress up your outfit with a few accessories and get excited about about showing off your style from 9-5!

Wanted to share that one of my beloved followers, Annette from Lady of Style featured me on her blog. Check out the blog post HERE!

Dress :: Banana Republic 

Heels :: Zara old (similar here)

Bag :: Michael Kors

Coat :: Zara old (similar here & here)

Faux Fur Scarf :: Banana Republic old (love this one & similar here)

Gloves :: Banana Republic sold out (similar here & here)

How to Wear a Leather Peplum to Work

Good morning! On this foggy and dreary New York morning, I find myself at the gym and writing today's blog post. I think I can get used to this early morning schedule! Although I must admit rolling out of bed this morning was quite painful.

Moving on to today's look...peplum tops have been under scrutiny the last six months in the fashion world, but I really think this top should be incorporated into our full time wardrobe. Why does this have to be a trend? Can't we consider the peplum top a staple in our closets? Am I completely out of line with this thought process or are "we" over the peplum top? Well, if you're not over the feminine top here's a great look to wear a {faux} leather peplum to the office.

The cardigan is a good addition to the {faux} leather top to the office. It takes the edge off the material. However, I really think this outfit is office appropriate because of the peplum style. The peplum is a little less edgy than your tradition {faux} leather pieces. I finished off the look off with winter white panel pants and suede round toe heels.

If you have a {faux} leather peplum that you've been wanting to wear outside of the office, check out this chic outfit worn by Olivia Palermo.

Top :: Piperlime on super sale!

Cardigan :: TJ. Maxx old (similar here) 

Pants :: Joe Fresh

Heels :: Kurt Geiger (similar here)

Bag :: TJ Maxx old

Necklace :: J.Crew (similar here)

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

How to Wear Track Pants to Work

Happy New Year! How are the resolutions going? If I were to grade myself on my resolutions, I'd probably give myself a C+. My blog and fitness are two of my top priorities and yesterday I didn't blog or go to the gym. However, I'm currently writing this blog post from the gym {happy dance}! 

One of my goals for Corporate Catwalk is to give my readers more valuable information. Like today's post, I'm going to try and give you ideas on how to wear pieces to work and your everyday life. Hopefully you'll find the information valuable, especially when you're getting ready in the morning and/ or out shopping.  

On today's post I'm wearing one of my favorite outfits to work. When I first wore this outfit I questioned where I could wear this outfit; to work...yes, to a business meeting...yes, to a customer meeting...yes. The reason this outfit works is because the track pants and blouse are not too baggy or too tight. The trick with drawstring track pants is finding the right material and fit. These pants are from Express and perfect for the office. As for color, I'd recommend sticking to solid colors like black and grey. Other deep hues of blue, green and burgundy would also be appropriate for the office. Since drawstring track pants are already casual, stay away from bright colors. Also, try and steer clear of stripes down the side of the pant leg. Here's an example of white track pants with a black stripe down the side, but not really appropriate for work.

Moving onto the blouse...which goes perfectly with the pants because you can tuck it into the pants and you don't see any lines. Other neutral tops can be interchanged with the pants, which I'd recommend grey or nude heels. Sticking with a monochromatic theme also added to a polished and professional look. The entire outfit is a great alternative to the classic office suit. Oh, did I mention the comfort of this outfit?!? Closest thing to wearing your pj's to the office. 

Blouse :: Express

Pants :: Express

Heels :: Nine West loafer heels (similar here & here)

Coat :: Zara (similar here) 

Bag :: Coach

 Places to wear this outfit :: the office, business meetings

Photos by Lydia Hudgens