When I first graduated from college and had my first real job, I was terrified of coming into work looking like I was still a student. So instead of investing in a few smart pieces (black blazer, pretty blouses, etc.), I wore clothing better suited for a grandmother. We're ...read more

• By Emily
  Jan 17, 2013

Every few seasons, an "it" silhouette of pant cycles through—from skinny jeans, to "boyfriend" jeans, to the current most in-demand style: cropped and flared (which I'm a huge fan of, as you've probably noticed from my Weekday Wardrobes). Since most of my cropped pants are denim ...read more

• By Emily
  Feb 7, 2017

Maybe I'm subconsciously taking cues from Sloan's week of outfits, or it's just too hot to wear anything else, but I've been loving the easy vibe of this made-for-summer look: a striped shift dress and sneakers. The dress doesn't have a lot of shape to it, so I added details to ...read more

• By Emily
  Jul 18, 2017

At some point during the last year, I realized that I'd accumulated too many boring black dresses. They're practical, yes, and clearly versatile, but any time I had to get dressed up, I wasn't inspired. As much as I'd try to make things pop with a fun shoe or bright lip, the end ...read more

• By Emily
  Aug 21, 2013