As someone who dithers over every life decision - what coffee to order, what dress to buy, you name it - I find Monday mornings particularly testing. Choosing what to wear to workis a personal time black hole. One moment I’m staring into my wardrobe, flicking past dresses and jackets and the next thing I know, an hour has gone by and I’m still there in my pants with hangers dangled off every finger. Efficient it is not.
My workaround? Instagram. The first thing I do, and likely (albeit embarrassingly) the last thing I do is look at my phone, likely at Instagram. I’ve turned that vice into a point of inspiration by following women whose personal style is set at an aspirational level. Now, my dithering time is sliding down and my sartorial prowess is on the rise. I am not above copying, in fact, I call it a homage. Here are the five outfits that are the brains behind my more polished, more grown-up office attire…
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& Other Stories, Oversized Wool Blend Sweater, £69

H&M, Pleated Wrapover Skirt, £39.99

Office, Kentucky- Western Calf Boot, £125

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Anya Hindmarch, Chubby Cube Cross-Body, £495

Mango, Gingham Blazer, £49.99

River Island, Black Double Circle Belt, £12

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Uniqlo, Cashmere Scarf, £39

All Saints, Hawk V-Neck Jumper, £108

& Other Stories, Palm Embroidered Scallop Dress, £89

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Topshop, Corduroy Double Breasted Blazer, £65

Topshop, Corduroy Trousers, 40

Miista, Carlota Mahogany Croc Leather Boots, £265

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Pinko, Double-Breasted Melton Coat, £665

Sandro, Corduroy Jumpsuit, £345
