Staying true to your style in a corporate office can be a challenge. Before my current job in New York, I was always allowed to wear denim at my desk and was very much a “jeans girl.” Now that I’m on more of a “business casual” dress code, I’ve had to learn how to re-work my wardrobe for Monday-Thursday. But I still can’t wait to dust off my denim each and every Friday. Isn’t Casual Friday the best?!
I had the opportunity to try out Levi’s new shaping line of jeans, Levi’s Revel, and I have to say that I’m quite impressed. I filled out this questionnaire to figure out which style would be perfect for my body shape. Turns out, I’m a “bold curve” and there are at least 20 different washes I could choose from. Plus, they are comfortable and flattering! As someone who usually ends up spending three digits on a pair of jeans to get a great fit, I love that these are under $100!
I chose a dark rinse that would be perfect for the office. I’ve seen coworkers and fellow commuters interpret Casual Friday in a variety of ways, but I think it’s definitely important to error on the side of sophistication. You’re still at work, ya know?! Since my office A/C is usually blasting, layers are essential. I went with a stripe on stripe look with a crisp shirt and a linen blazer. It is summer after all! I topped (or bottomed) off my look with a pair of fun red pumps to add personality. Since I was already mixing prints on top and was wearing a bold shoe, I kept my accessories minimal.. Just a single bracelet!
How do you rock denim in the workplace?
Gap Blazer | Zara Shirt | Levi’s Jeans | Prabal Gurung for Target Sandals | See Song Designs Bracelet | Tory Burch Sunglasses (borrowed from Hallie — similar here!)
Photos: Hallie Wilson
The Levi’s® women’s design team was inspired by a woman’s desire for jeans that enhance her shape and highlight her best features without sacrificing comfort. After years of development and hundreds of fittings around the globe, the Levi’s® team is proud to introduce Levi’s® REVEL, a line of jeans designed to shape, enhance and create a sense of confidence. Wear them. Be transformed. Feel amazing. | Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Levi’s via Glam Media. As always, all opinions are my own! Thanks for supporting the brands and collaborations that make Bows & Sequins possible!
Can I have your life? Seriously, this is incredible! I love the double stripes and those jeans look so fab on you!
Stripes, sunnies and sandals… you hit it right with all of them!
This outfit is very appropriate for Casual Friday. I haven’t had a job that allowed denim days until recently, I almost feel like I need to add more denim to my wardrobe.
xo,
Tiffany
http://shoeschampagne.blogspot.com
This is adorable!
I didn’t see the red prabal heels but they are darling on you!
Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget
love those shoes and they look great with the dark denim.
thankfully i can still wear jeans to work everyday – not sure if i could ever go back now! but you always make biz casual look good.
Love the stripes in stripes! Great casual look that’s still sophisticated.
cute & little
Love the detail on the jeans! Bold curve…and the low end of the scale for sure! They look great on you! And for a casual day at work you look pulled it all together as usual! Authentic look…something the average working gal could pull off. And horror of horrors if we ever to get a wrinkle during the day. Key is to start off polished and it all is part of living your day…you do it well! Thanks for keeping it real! 😉
VERY cute outfit. Will definitely have to check out the new Levis. Such a great price!
Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache
Loving the double stripes! Those shoes are so fabulous!
Cee. ♥
Code Overdressed
Love this! I get cold at work, too, so layers are pretty much a necessity! This is the best way to wear stripes on stripes!
Awesome outfit. Love the preppy blazer/blouse with the sassy cage sandals. Great combo.
Sadly I am not allowed to rock denim in the workplace.. ever. But you look fantastic! I love those shoes!! : )
Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com
I love the stripes on stripes…and those shoes!!
XO Alex
I love this mix of stripes Jessica! Luckily, I get to stay home with my little girl (and my work-appropriate outfit consists of yoga pants today) but sometimes I wish I had to wear a smart suit. The grass is always greener, huh?
xoxo,
Chelsea & The City
Love the stripes on stripes and the shoes!
xo,
Danie
http://www.danienordahl.com
love this look! double stripes!! and those jeans are amazing. mind sharing the exact ones you picked?
The Bold Curve in the Pressed Dark 🙂
So adorable! Love your stripes on stripes and it looks great with the dark denim! love it!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I’m so envious that you have casual Fridays! It’s been a while since I had the option to wear jeans to work on Fridays, but I used to always look forward to them!
I remember in high school I used to only wear Levi’s and just the other day I finally bought myself a pair and now I remember while I used to only wear their brand … I love your pair, they look great on you!!!
Jess
Jess Cause Blog
The double stripes are perfection! Love those heels too!
Those shoes are amazing! Loving the double stripe combo.
Katie :: http://www.classicwithatwist.me
I love your mix of stripes + the American feel of this.. when I first saw the post preview in my bloglovin’ feed I thought it was Blair! xox
I’m intrigued by the vertical stripes on stripes! And dark wash denim is perfect for the office.
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
Loving the stripes on stripes! And gorgeous shoes…loving the red 🙂
Veloria in Velvet
http://www.veloriainvelvet.wordpress.com
I am a jeans-girl too and i love Levi’s! I do not know what to wear when i cant wear jeans.
xx Stephanie (www.stephaniesstyleblog.blogspot.com)
This is freaking adorable, and I LOVE those shoes!! You’re kicking ass in the stripes on stripes department.
FAB! Adore the stripe on stripe… and those heels!
XX – Whitney
http://sequinsnbowties.com
Love the stripes on stripes! Love the look!
xoxo
Kelly
kellyinthecity.com
Can you please recommend an alternative shoe to the ones you’re wearing? Those are no longer available 🙁
I can look for some alternatives for you! What is your price range?
$100. Thanks so much! I appreciate you taking the time to do so.
No problem!
Here are a few options:
– These are flats, but they are cute so I had to share. Plus, they are $16!! http://bit.ly/16B9e7E
– Michael Kors $84 http://bit.ly/137PTOa
– Romantic Soles $44 http://bit.ly/17dP9Es
– Jessica Simpson $63 http://bit.ly/17dPbfz
– Michael Kors $90 http://bit.ly/13Nhgvv (more of a maroon)
– Steve Madden $80 http://bit.ly/13Nhl2n (dark red)
– Charles David $73 http://bit.ly/19Typaz
– Steve Madden $76 http://bit.ly/1cStR3K
Hope this helps!! 🙂
can i please have (buy, of course) those red shoes. They are adorable and were not in my local Target at the time. 🙁 BUMMER
Regardless, you look great (as usual).