Young Professional Fall Fashion Essentials

Whether you’re wondering what you should be wearing while working from home or you’re heading back into the office in style, there are certain things that we all need to convey the messages we want to our peers and employers. Even on Zoom, you need to look your best (at least from the waist up), so let’s dive into what you need to stay camera or office ready at all times. 

The Right Eyewear 

No matter where you’re staring at the screen, at home, or in person, it’s essential to protect your eyes. If you’re already a prescription glasses wearer, chances are you’ve picked out a pair or two of spectacles that fit your personal aesthetic. However, if you don’t need help with your eyesight, you want to stave off headaches and any other harmful effects of staring at your laptop or iMac all day. So, finding a pair of blue blockers that work for you is an issue you shouldn’t put off any longer. Additionally, you can have blue-blocking added to your prescriptions if you’re suffering eye strain, headaches, or other issues from staring at the screen all day. Protect your eyes in style, period.

Care For Your Hair

Sure, this means finding the suitable shampoos and conditioners that make your hair look and feel it’s very best; but it also includes finding hairstyles and accessories that work for you too. You may be returning to the office place after a year and a half working from home and will see yourself rushing to get ready in the mornings because you’ve been used to logging into work still in loungewear. So, go-to up-do’s that look professional and you can get done in a couple of minutes will save you a lot of time in the morning. You can also invest in some fun hair clips, pins, and claws to give you an easy French twist with, well, a twist! And, don’t forget that headbands are having a major moment right now, so channel your inner Blaire from Gossip Girl and jump in on this trend. 

The Real Slim Shady 

You want to look fantastic walking from the parking garage or lot to the building, so make a statement wearing a nice pair of sunglasses – the bigger the statement, the better. Additionally, investing in a pair of women’s Gucci sunglasses will help hide your tears of joy as you’re heading to your car on the way to Happy Hour after work – or at least on Fridays when you know you’ve got the weekend to relax. Sunglasses are an excellent investment for your wardrobe in general, so go as lux as you can on this purchase. 

Puff Sleeves For Days 

Especially striking during an online meeting, puff sleeves and balloon sleeves are having a moment right now, and we’re all here for it. Let’s face it, they are our generation’s version of the eighties’ shoulder pads. Puff sleeves convey the sense of power and confidence that shoulder pads did for all the boss babes before us. While they’re trendy, you can find puff sleeve blouses at virtually any price point, so you should pick up several different ones to wear a few days a week. The great thing about this style is it looks good on everyone and is flattering for any body type or height – so get your credit card ready and add it to the cart. 

Comfort Shoes Are Cool 

Now, this one may surprise you – and no one is telling you to get rid of your Louboutin heels or Miu Miu kitten-heeled flats. But, there is something so satisfying about working your tail off all day, running around the office, running out to lunch and back again, and getting all the way home with no foot or back pain. Also, with the focus on self-love that we’ve all had over the last several years, invest in your comfort and spinal health over the long term. Fashion is fantastic, and so is expressing yourself through it, but won’t it be great to be in your sixties and seventies with no joint pain or spinal issues. So yeah, invest in some comfort brands that still look chic. Think Mephisto, Donald Pliner, and there are many more. And frankly, even a pair of Brooks walking sneakers look fantastic with the right maxi dress and the high-waisted trouser or skirt. 

Of course, we all have the staples that we fall back on year after year – and that’s the smart way to go financially. But, please consider adding those as mentioned above to your work wardrobe and incorporate them in your weekend looks as well. Happy Shopping!