The office hour
Take corporate wear from severe and boring to chic and sassy with these picks
Besides the smarts, make a mark with a power wardrobe as you climb up the corporate ladder in style. Even celebrities like Jessica Alba and Emma Stone have been favouring formal wear at red-carpet events. We bring you dresses, skirts and blouses by designers like Varun Bahl, Nikhil Thampi and Anita Dongre,
along with select accessories for an added edge. Read on.
Text: Mrinalini Sundar and Aishwarya Kumar
Pale beauty
This comely piece by Varun Bahl is a head turner. The knee length skirt comes with 3D rose embroidery which uses pearls and thread. Pair it with a simple white full-sleeve blouse for a classic look. `55,000.
Details: varunbahl.com
Combo couture
Be the ‘hottie’ at office with this shirt and pencil skirt by Nikhil Thampi. From his latest collection, featured at the recent Lakme Fashion Week, it comes with a zipper slit. Heading out to a party? Pull up the zip, lengthen the slit, and get ready to hit the dance floor. `16,000. Details: perniaspopupshop.com
Dive deep
If you’re a fan of pink, AND’s autumn pink crossover top is a good choice. With a deep V neck and shoulder embellishments, it is sexy and smart. Pair it with a black tube top, black tights and pumps to make a dramatic statement at your work place. `1,499. Available at the store in 1MG Mall, Trinity Circle. Details: 32561585
Quaintly does it
This sleek guipure dress from Mango will make any ordinary office day colourful. The cotton knee-length maroon dress comes with a detachable belt. Pair it with black pumps to make a statement. `6,790. Available at the store in Phoenix MarketCity, Whitefield.
Details: 67266393
Quirk is in
Looking for something bright to rock your team meeting? This luxe suede shirt dress from Victoria Beckham should do the trick. Style the rich orange button-down with black pumps for maximum effect. You could also opt for the belt to define your waist. Approximately `1,43,721. Available at netaporter.com
Beat the blues
Tote your office necessities in this satchel by Viari. In leather, it also comes in colours like black, brown, green and pink. Style it with a black dress and you are sure to grab attention. `4,750. At the store in Bandra, Mumbai. Details: 022 26401018
Mirror effect
These pumps from Jimmy Choo are subtle yet bold. Easy to team with both trousers and skirts, they are crafted from anthracite metallic mirror leather and black suede. `49,000. Available at the store
in UB City. Details: 41738404
One for the ears
Stand out in a crowd with this pair of green onyx and 18k gold-plated silver earrings. These handcrafted beauties from Amrapali are simple and perfect for corporate events. `1,540. Available
at the store on Kasturba Road.
Details: 22221622
Curve conscious
This dress screams smart. Elegant and curvy, the canary number from Emporio Armani gets a thumbs up from us. Underplay with black pumps and you are ready to make a power statement. `48,000. Available at the store in UB City, Vittal Mallya Road.
Details: 41468333
