Something that we at But Now What have come to love is how great accessories can make a relatively simple outfit look absolutely amazing. On the other hand, over accessorizing can also have you looking a hot mess. We took the time to look at some of the trends that are currently happening in fashion and find some rules to remember when you are picking the right pieces to complement your outfit.
Today’s post about Summer Fridays fit so well with my fashion world that I couldn’t help but do a post on it! While there is no “Summer Friday” where I work now, when I interned at Glamour everyday was like Summer Friday…except we didn’t get to work half days everyday…Anywhoo, the fashion rules do change a little bit with Summer Fridays and you are allowed to be a little more casual with your work outfit. As you have probably have read in the previous post, Summer Friday attire cannot be used as an excuse to go buck wild and crazy…Just because it’s half-day means nothing. It only takes about 5 minutes to fire someone 
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Here are a few tips on what pieces are appropriate for dressing for work on a Summer Friday.
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We interrupt our regularly scheduled programming to bring you an announcement….THRIFT STORES ARE SOME OF THE BEST PLACES TO SHOP!
Really though, this Fashion Friday post will be all about the thrift store. They go by all different types of names, i.e., thrift store, consignment shop, vintage store, second hand store etc. However, they are all basically the same thing: gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry furniture, etc., that people have gotten rid of for various reasons, now available at a fraction of the price. Let me break down the different types of stores.
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Jeans Part 1: For the Ladies
In continuing with our wardrobe essentials, our second staple is a good pair of…JEANS. A good pair of jeans will take you a very long way, and with the variety of jeans that are on the market right now, (skinny jeans, wide leg, boot cut, high waisted, low rise, boyfriend…shall I continue?) it is almost impossible for you not to find the perfect pair of jeans for your body. I recently saw a commercial for a pair of jeans that make you appear 10lbs lighter!!! Jeans are very versatile and can be dressed up or down depending on how you choose to accessorize them. Before you run out in search for your perfect pair, there are a few things you should keep in the back of your mind.
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So, we’re embarking on a new journey here at But Now What. In order to make your transition from college into the working world more complete, were expanding into FASHION!!!!
As you transition from college to the professional world, you have to know that the same old college clothes just ain’t gon’ cut it. Gone are the days when wearing pajamas worked or wearing tube tops and booty shorts to the club was OK…Although was it ever really OK?? The point is you’re a businessperson now…or at least hoping to be. You’re working on branding yourself to become that successful, savvy young woman or man, and the way you dress is crucial in advancing that brand. As a smart person, aka Rev Run, once tweeted, “How r u dressed? u cant climb the ladder of success dressed in a costume of failure -Ziglar”.
This weekly column is to assist you in your physical transition, and help you realize that there are ways to look professional, fun and cute, while looking age appropriate, and not breaking the bank. I’ll show you some key pieces , how you can style them and where to get them.
The first few installments of this column will focus on essentials that every businessperson (some for men and some for women) should have in their wardrobe. So let’s move on to our first essential:
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