Chic for Cheap: First Day as a PR Firm Intern
Hello lovelies! It's Chic for Cheap time (oot oot). This week I put together a look inspired by a challenge that reader Kristin wrote in with. Here's how she describes her fashion needs:
"I just found out I'll be moving to New York in 15 days. A last minute job opportunity came up and I'll be working for a PR firm downtown, as an intern. I've never lived in New York before and I'm afraid I don't have anything chic enough to wear! When I think of New York business, I picture pencil skirts and heels, but I have a pear-shaped body that looks awful in pencil skirts, and I've never managed heels very well, either. I need a professional looking, head-to-toe look for my first day. I need clothes that are flattering on a pear-shaped person like me, preferably with pieces that can easily mix and match."
For Kristin's look I wanted to find pieces that flatter a pear-shaped body by creating a lot of interest on the upper-portion of her body...to draw the eyes up of course. To do this I selected a pretty ruffed top in a delicious color, and picked out the draped cardigan to create a nice balance between the two halves of her body. Slacks are always a great option and these pants which are wide-legged, should fall strait down at the curve of the hip...giving her shape a flattering appearance (plus the linen will be nice in the coming Summer heat). Lastly, I found some pretty earrings to tie the outfit together, and a pair of suede ballet flats that are always timeless. The complete look is on the pricier side, but by starting out with a few solid pieces that you feel great in, and then mixing in items from your wardrobe that you already adore...you can create some new chic and cheap looks that you will love to wear for seasons to come.
All the best to you in your new home and workplace Kristin! xo Ez
- Ruffle Front Top with Tie - Anne Taylor Loft
- Elbow Sleeve Drape Cardigan - Anne Taylor Loft
- Wide-leg Linen Trousers - Anne Taylor Loft
- Perseus Earrings - Banana Republic
- Lola Flats by Gabriella Rocha - Zappos
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 
Reader Comments (9)
What a great looking outfit. Love the top and flats.
Have a sweet day.
ox
Gorgeous outfit ... & as someone who lives in jeans & a tee i would actually feel comfortable in this. Thanks for sharing it.
I love this look!!! its perfect for me too!!! I am an event planner and a easy-elegant look is always appreciated... xoxoox
thanks Ez!!!
Thanks for taking on my challenge, Ez! I love the top, and I love that the pants are linen! The whole look is lovely, and it looks comfortable and flattering. I am on my way to Ann Taylor Loft as we speak!
Sincerely,
Kristin
Ha! I was planning to say how much I loved all of it, then I saw that it was from 2 of my 3 favorite stores!! You just need a piece from JCrew, and you'll have all my stores represented! Great stuff!
The color of that top is perfect! You could totally dress it up or down, while still being professional. Great finds!
I just wanted to comment, because I used to work in PR. This is the perfect first-day intern outfit.
Love the wide leg pants. A great find!
-Cara
I need posts like this on a daily basis! My wardrobe needs a kick in the tush in a serious way...more of these please! Esp. the inexpensiveness of it!! Oh, and the ability to buy it online. Bravo!