Tag: Business on Top

Working from home (yep, I am one of those who did it before Covid and am still here on the couch!) is such an interesting fashion experiment. There are days when I do get dressed – go out, have meetings, have plans, or at the least do shoots- all the things and look amazing. There are days when I procrastinate, go to the gym, shower late and end up working late in PJs in bed (or the couch or in my “office”). Like many things in my life, it’s the in between days- where I don’t have big meetings, don’t “have” to get dressed, but am not super behind (ie, did get to the gym and get dressed and working like a normal person) that I find the most difficult to dress for- or on.

It’s always tempting to stay super casual when working from home (let’s be honest, no one wants to sit around in hard pants), and yet, I find I work better when I have a cute outfit on. So? What do you do? Dress up? Stay in sweats? Or- what I call the mullet of work from home- try a bit of business on top and a bit casual on bottom.

Yes, usually that means I am in some sort of sweats or leggings and then a cute top. Actually, my go to is a button down with some sort of lounge pant. But. Then there are the days when I do my best work from home outfits- like the one above. A blouse that is a bit business (though paired with the right skirt/pants/jeans this top could be fantastic as an evening top!) and shorts (though hard but comfy) and of course heels for a picture. Best of both worlds? Or just what it takes to get through the day? Perhaps all of the above. We know that I love a juxtaposition in any and all outfits, and maybe the combination of business and causal for days when we are working from home are the best.

Lucky you? This business on top and shorts are both “new” and I have linked both for you below. I would love to know what you wear when you work from home. Or how you balance business and casual. I am always open to any new outfits! XO RA

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Shop this exact look here

There is no denying that these are weird times. I’m used to working from home, and I’m still at loss on some days about my schedule, etc. What I am good at? Business on top, lounging on bottom. It’s a skill learned from many a day with online meetings, but no need to go anywhere. And it’s a skill that’s come in more and more handy.

My favorite version of this look is a fancy top with leggings, though you can also wear a blazer with your leggings. Or a sweatshirt with a skirt, if you’re reversing the formula :). The off the shoulder look is simple, chic, and gets the job done. These types of shirts are fun and make me feel like I’m at an event.

I trust that no one has to sell you on leggings. Crop. Long. With pockets, without. I’m partial to black or leopard, but at the risk of making this a “leggings are pants” post, any leggings will do!

For zoom meetings, Netflix binges, or just the feeling that you’re getting dressed “for real”. Business on Top. I approve it!

I’ve linked similar shopping items below- believe it or not, these pics are from 3 years ago. Business on top has always been a WFH method for me!

I hope that you’re staying healthy and safe!
Xo RA
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