quick and easy steps to spruce up the casual attire...

while many focus on work clothing...and/or special occasions when forking out the wardrobe allowance...the casual wear is left somewhere at the end...or sometimes...it is just left...while it is very easy to just put on "whatever" for a quick run to the post office...or errands...or a movie...whatever your "casual" consists of...there are ways of stepping up that casual look...to look like some thought went into your outfit...after all...we know about first impressions right?  and we've all bumped into that one person (potential new prospect...the ex...client...old friend) and possibly thought...i wish i looked a little bit more presentable...

here are some quick and easy steps for stepping up the casual attire...

color your casual with new hues - perhaps you are not to keen about wearing bright colors to the office...there is no reason that you couldn't play up your casual wear with a burst of color...try mixing it up a bit...with new color combinations...turquoise and yellow; pewter and tangerine; purple and royal blue...or how about mixing color in with the neutrals already in your closet?  pink and charcoal grey; violet and chocolate brown; fuchsia and khaki...

a great pair of jeans - if you haven't purchased a new pair of jeans in a while...it is time to invest in a good updated pair...one that fits and flatters you while being current and in style will make outfits easier to put together...whether you go super casual with rolling up the jeans to your ankles...add a nice t-shirt and a great scarf...a fabulous pair of boots, flats (whatever you are most comfortable in) add the baubles...and you are set...the key is...a great pair of jeans that fits you right!

add easy to wear outerwear - while it is just as easy to add some fabulous blazers from your work attire to update any casual look...you may be feeling like you are tired of wearing the work jackets...consider a great trench...or a jean jacket...or a sweater wrap...add more kick by choosing color or a fun pattern...these outwear pieces should be able to go well with your jeans, skirts and dresses...

slip into a stylish shoe - give your work shoes a rest...depending on the season...add a metallic sandal with skinny jeans...add a loosely woven sweater knit...and you are ready for the farmers market...in colder weather...add your riding boots - with your jeans tucked in them...ad a nice cozy sweater...and a day at the movies you are ready for......add a fun colorful pump to jeans...a fun top...and you are set for meeting girlfriends for late afternoon cocktails...

finish it up with accessories - while your classic work accessories can take a rest...this is the time to pull out your bold and playful pieces...layer on the necklaces or bracelets...if your outfit is colorful and full of patterns...opt for some simple long necklaces in your favorite metallic...put away the work handbag...reach for one that is softly structured...crossbody bags are great for weekend activities...

hopefully these steps will help you towards sprucing up the casual attire...no reason to look dull and boring during your non-work hours...after all...you never know who you might bump into...

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