2013/11/11

Can I Wear A Metallic Sweater To The Office?

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Style Strategy
‘Tis the season of sequins, metallics, and glitter. Metallic finishes have also made a comeback into this year’s trends from shoes to bags to even items of clothing.
I stumbled upon this Lauren by Ralph Lauren metallic sweater and was instantly trying to conjure up outfits in my head:
Sure, it could always work on the weekend, but is it as versatile for the workplace? I think it is  a great layering piece and when paired with the traditional conservative career-wear, it is certainly appropriate for the office. It  also does not necessarily have to be associated with the holidays either; it can add little bit of edge to an outfit and be worn well after the holiday season has passed.
Refrain from wearing a metallic sweater with big statement necklaces or other pieces of clothing with sequins or other metallic textures for the office to avoid the risk of blinding a colleague with your reflective wear.
Try it with a pleated skirt:

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Lauren Ralph Lauren petite top, $149 / Reiss jacket, $475 / Eileen Fisher skirt, $138 / Steven by Steve Madden crossbody handbag, $118 / Movado watch, $355 / Rebecca Minkoff earrings, $68 / Nina Originals Adelaide, $205
Or, it makes for a great layering piece over a button-down and paired with knee-high boots:
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Lauren Ralph Lauren sweater, $148 / Petite button-down top, $18 / Reiss coat with skinny belt, $465 / J.Crew black Minnie pants, $48 / Ann Taylor tall boots, $248/ Marc by Marc Jacobs black leather watch, $200/ Rhinestone earrings, $6 / Cole Haan skinny belt, $48 / Zara Limited Edition Citybag With Metallic Details, $249

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