Work-Friendly Accessories from InStyle (Part 3)

Flower Pin - Work-Friendly Accessories - Jason Wu - Lane Bryant

Flower Pins

A silk corsage adds a welcome dose of femininity to menswear-inspired separates at Jason Wu, far left. Get plucky and cluster a trio together, using rosettes like this one from Lane Bryant.

Double Cuffs - Work-Inspired Accessories - Etro - BCBG

Top Handle Satchels

The structured top handle bag brings polish to seasonal pastels like those seen on the Mulberry runway (far left). Look for an option with a clip-on shoulder strap like Cole Haan’s simple sophisticated pieces

Work-Friendly Accessories from InStyle (Part 2)

Oversize Clutch

Oversize Clutch

An extra large clutch contrasts with a nubbly suit at Proenza Schouler (far left). Use a super-sized bag to store your workday essentials, or stash it inside a larger tote for an after dark switch-up.

Layered Chains - Work-Friendly Accessories - Forever 21 - Oscar de la Renta

Layered Chains

Cascading strands are an unabashedly feminine complement to a dress or suit (note Oscar de la Renta’s take on the look, far left). A Forever 21 necklace mixes ropes of faux pearls with metal chains for an eclectic romantic effect.

Lace-Up Heels - Work-Friendly Accessories - J. Crew Collection - Madewell

Lace-Up Peep-Toes

A high-heeled oxford conjures prep school pep when paired with a trendy shorts suit. (J. Crew’s spring collection, far left, got it right.) Choose a two-tone version for retro flair or go neutral in Madewell.

Woven Bags - Work-Friendly Accessories - Stella McCartney - Rebecca Minkoff

Woven Bags

Channel ’70s era suburban chic with a classic woven leather tote. Contrast the earthy look with crisp workday separates, a la Stella McCartney (far left). Rebecca Minkoff also has a nice basketweave design.

Work-Friendly Accessories from InStyle (Part 1)

Different season can’t stop us from looking good wherever we are, especially at work.  Here are some Fashion Accessories that are Work-Friendly.

Colorblock Totes

Bold two-tone color updates the carryall. Durable leather turned up on the Fendi runway (far left) or try a canvas style from Michael Michael Kors.

Tassel Belt

Tassel Belt

Take inspiration from Chris Benz (above left) and smarten up a skirt or dress with a waist-wrapping belt. Craft the look yourself with a length of cord and a pair of tassels from a trimmings store, or experiment with this leather version from Hayden-Harnett, which doubles as a necklace or wristband.

Suede Heels - Work-Friendly Accessories - Dries Van Noten - Pour la Victoire

Suede Heels

Velvety suede shoes in neutral hues soften sharp clothes at Dries Van Noten this season (far left). A pair of wedges from Pour la Victoire add height without sacrificing comfort—just don’t forget to treat the leather before braving spring showers!

Scarf - Work-Friendly Accessories - DKNY - Lacoste

Silk Scarf

Easiest styling trick ever: tie a silk scarf around your neck bandana-like for an instant print pick-me-up. Echo DKNY (far left) with matching shoes for a bright finish.

The One Sweep Eye Shadow From Loreal

Now, define color and highlight injust one sweep! Abeautiful, professional look from one of a kind applicator. 8 Expertly coordinated palettes enhance eye color like no other shadows can. The concept behind The One Sweep is that there are three complimenting colors in a kidney-bean like shape, with an eye-shaped sponge applicator to apply all three colors, in one sweep, across your lid.

Author’s Note: I’m going to be in the minority and give this product a positive review because I find it REALLY convenient to be able to sweep all three colours onto my lid at once. Obviously the applicator isn’t going to fit all eye shapes but you could layer on the shadows afterwards and make it work.

Lancome Teint Miracle

Lit-from-withing makeup- Buldable Coverage

Light emanates from the most beautiful skin. Now, reproduce it. With Aura-inside technology, Lancome invents int first foundation that recreates the true natural light of perfect skin. its unique weightless texture provides perfect buildable coverage with a bare sensation. Instantly complexion appears lit-from-within, visible flawless.

The foundation was prelaunched at the end of July in tight U.K. distribution, including in Selfridges. In September, it will be rolled out to countries including the U.S., France, Japan and Italy and will reach global distribution in November.