Corporate to Cocktail - 7 Styling Tips to Make The Transition Easy

Style that works overtime (so you don’t have to).

Tis’ the season when work and social life balance becomes an entanglement of overwhelm and over-commitment. From serious workplace meetings to hosting or attending fancy client functions, time is often against us in a bid to look the goods! The key? To strike the perfect balance between professionalism and fashion, with a seamless transition from the boardroom to the bar.

With a few simple tweaks, your professional attire can be elevated with the addition, (or removal), of key pieces to add a touch of glamour; and something more suitable for a social setting.

The changes don’t have to be dramatic. Let’s keep it quick, simple and feel-good.

7 Styling Tips to take you from Corporate to Cocktail in minutes:

Select a Versatile Base

Opt for a well-fitted black dress or a simple pant/skirt suit that can be dressed up or down, and easy to accessorise. A simple removal of the blazer in itself can change the outfit’s tone.

Upgrade Your Top

Swap your conservative work blouse for a silk camisole or edgy tank. These are also easy to store in your work bag and change into in the bathroom without hassle.

Switch Your Footwear

From enclosed, sensible work shoes to a dressier, an open toe heel is more approachable and steers away from a corporate image.

Adjust Lengths

Whether it’s slipping out of your midi skirt and into a mini, or tweaking the sleeves and neckline on your work shirt, it’s these simple changes that lift your look and create a more glamorous balance.

Downsize Your Bag

Drop the tote that carries your laptop and reach for a small, charming clutch to instantly have you looking event ready. Nothing screams, “drinks with the girls”, more than a cute bag.

Replace Trousers with Denim

The change in fabric and fit immediately gives “I’ve clocked off”. But paired with your work top and heels, (that you’re already wearing), it is elevated enough for a social setting.

Add Some Elevated Extras

Think big sunglasses, some added costume jewellery and pop on a bright lip! Additions to a plain, work garments can be so transformational not forget to the power of hair, makeup and accessorising.