Today’s outfit is my slightly subversive attempt to make the new Zara parachute pants office appropriate.
I’ve paired them with a dark brown shadow stripe Strellson blazer, thrifted last weekend.
Because it is quite warm out this week, I need to keep my layers light, so I decided on this Calvin Klein scarf that came from Winners many years ago.
I considered pairing it with a yellow sweater, but was drawn to the slight pink shading behind the burgundy and decided in this pink knit top from H&M instead, for a less expected pairing.
On my feet I’ve opted for burgundy oxfords. I figure the blazer/Oxford combo counteract the casualness of the pants to result in an overall office appropriate combo.
This experiment very much reminds me how much I need to replace my light layering tops. I don’t think I could wear this one or yesterday’s without the jacket. Their sleeves are a great length for providing a pop of colour under a blazer, but they are too large and sloppy to wear on their own. This one also has a bit of a run, which I am hiding under the scarf.
These pants make a rustling noise when I walk, and one of my team commented “you’re wearing snow pants today!” (Which is almost exactly what I said to DH before I left the house this morning)
Anyway, I don’t mind the noise. If you’ve made it this far, thanks for looking. Your comments and suggestions always welcome. Did I succeed in making this office appropriate? (Business casual environment). What would you do if you were to tweak it?
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