Felicia Chins Top Fashion Tips On How You Can Look Your Best All The Time
1. A thin coat can double up as a dress
Singaporean offices are notorious for being chilly (we know because our A/C is the same too), which is why wearing a coat as a dress makes sense. The key is to find a coat thats light enough to be worn outside of the office, so look for a design without any lining inside. Also, it eliminates the need to have to bring a jacket, as the long sleeves help keep you warm too.
Coat, $94.95, from H&M
The vertical stripes on this coat instantly help you to appear taller and slimmer — two things that are always plus points in our books. To keep it securely closed, use safety pins on the underside of the coat to keep it from opening up and revealing too much.
2. Give your LBD a little more sparkle
LBDs are a wardrobe staple, no doubt, and you probably have a couple hanging in your closet already. So instead of buying yet another plain black dress, work one with a little muted sparkle. Felicias fit-and-flare dress from Michael Kors is perfect for the office because the embellishments are tiny and dont sparkle too much, but can also be worn to a cocktail event after office hours.
Dress, $59, from Pomelo
If all-over studs are too much for your tastes, then opt for a dress with a beaded neckline. Just as dressy without being too ostentatious.
3. Follow a colour story
Youve probably seen the term “colour story” being thrown around, but do you know what it really means? Simply put, its when you figure out a colour palette of shades that blend into each other, but stand out just enough. Felicias outfit here makes the perfect case, because the bright green dress anchors the look. To compliment, shes used soft shades of yellow and a deeper emerald colour to add contrast.
Dress, $59.90, from Zara; Shoes, $63.90, from Charles & Keith
Another way you can work the colour story trend? Start with a vermillion dress thats belted in the middle, so as to ensure that the dress doesnt overwhelm your figure. Then, to work with a colour story, opt for a pair of sandals in blush pink and scarlet, so it plays with similar shades that still stand apart.
4. Dress down a tweed jacket
Tweed jackets are great workwear companions, but so often, they feel staid and a little matronly. Yet Felicias Chanel jacket averts that faux pas entirely because shes chosen to pair it with a pair of ripped jeans and shaggy, blunt bangs. Its instantly cooler and feels more effortless.
Jacket, $59.90, from Mango
A grey tweed jacket definitely offers you more bang for your buck, because its a classic colour that will never go out of style.
Jeans, $79.90, from Topshop
If you plan on wearing jeans to work, avoid an awkward talk with HR by sticking to darker blue colours or a pair of black jeans.
5. Meet the new classic: a pair of pyjama pants
Pyjama pants dont necessarily strike one as being a timeless addition to your closet, but they actually do wonders when styled right. First, you have to find one that comes in a classic colour and cut. The safest bet is this pair of navy silk pants with white trimming, which Felicia is wearing. Pair it with a grey blazer for a more laidback office look, or team with a white t-shirt and sneakers to bring you to brunch in style.
Iris & Ink pants, $154, from THE OUTNET
These navy silk pants are just as stylish as the ones that Felicia has on. And even though they dont come with the bold white trimming, the contrast in material between the stripes makes it more presentable.
6. When in doubt, max it out
If maxi dresses arent your closet BFF yet, then youre missing out. Firstly, it hides your food baby or parts of your body that you may not feel secure in, whilst simultaneously making you look more dressed up. And lastly, you can throw it on in two quick seconds and youre ready to head out the door!
Dress, $49, from The Editor's Market
Bold, abstract paint swishes help to liven up a simple dress, which you can pair with office flats, mules or sandals to suit the occasion.
7. A dressy one-piece is more comfortable than a cocktail dress
Party dresses are great fun to look at, but raise your hands if youve felt constantly anno
