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Going Out After Work? 3 Steps to Transform Your Outfit

Updated 6/19/2020
Going Out After Work? 3 Steps to Transform Your Outfit
Don't have time to change between the office and an evening out? Don't worry. Here are three steps to going from desk to dinner in a flash—plus some great outfits to inspire your day-to-night look.

Let’s face it: Most of us are constantly on the go, without the luxury of time to change between a day at the office and an evening function or dinner out. But that doesn’t mean you need to show up to dates looking like you just ran there from the office (even if you did!).

Instead, create a look that can quickly be transformed from work to play. Here are three steps to going from desk to dinner in a flash—plus some great outfits to inspire your own day-to-night look.

Step #1: Dress in Layers

Start with a shirt or dress that will transition well from day to night (I like wearing silk or satin). To keep the look work-appropriate, top it with a cardigan, blazer, or sweater, then remove your outer layer before you leave the office.

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Step #2: Change Up Your Jewelry

Swapping your pearls for shiny, metallic, or statement jewelry is an easy way to instantly change your look. If you're a fan of bracelets and chunky necklaces, time to pile them on!

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Step #3: Kick Off Your Shoes

Going from conservative pumps to a strappy, opened-toed sandals or bold colored shoes instantly transforms your look to one that's evening-ready.

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Pull it All Together

Simple, right? Follow these three steps, and you'll always be ready to pull together a gorgeous day-to-night look.

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See how Jenny pulls her looks together on her YouTube channel!

Photos courtesy of Jenny Cao-Wu.

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Jenny Cao-Wu is the founder of Freshionable.com and currently resides in Honolulu, Hawai’i. As a former strategy consultant, Jenny experienced the challenges women face in expressing their individual style while working in conservative corporate settings. Today, Jenny's online boutique makes unique, chic, work-appropriate fashion available to women everywhere. She is passionate about inspiring others to discover and express their personal brand through smart, appropriate workplace style.
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