From CORPORATE to CHIC

Ladies, one of our biggest challenges as young women is learning how to balance our professional and personal life. An episode of Tyra confirmed exactly what we have realized for quite a while now. When we work all day, and then are invited out for drinks or dinner with our friends, some days there is little time to make that smooth transition. The CHARMED ONES have decided to challenge ourselves to choosing attire that can be worn both at work and with minor adjustments, be great for an after work social setting. We are showing that it is in fact possible to go from CORPORATE to CHIC in about 10 minutes.



WHAT ASHLEY IS WEARING........
CLOTHES: DRESS, WEDGES AND PUMPS FROM CHARLOTTE RUSSE, CROP TOP FROM RAINBOW, BELT BY FOREVER21.COM

MAKEUP: Mac studio tinted moisturizer, Mac mineralized skin finish, dream matte mousse concealer, Benefit's highbeam highlighting brow and cheekbones, Make me blush bronzer, Nars blush, Benefit's Bad Gal Lash mascara, Loreal telescopic liquid liner.


CORPORATE:
This straight pencil dress is perfect for the workplace. It comes just above the knee and is very chic and flattering to a woman's curves. The sheer crop top makes it look like a skirt. The top is loose and comfortable but has a draw string to make it as form fitting as you would like it. The peep toe wedges add flair. Finish the look a charm bracelet, stud earrings and a simple necklace.












THE TRANSITION




CHIC:
Start by removing the sheer crop top. This will allow you to take advantage of the low neckline and spaghetti straps revealing more skin for the more casual look. Adding the leopard print thin belt adds pattern to an otherwise simple black dress. Replacing the peep toe wedges with round toe high heel pumps gives the illusion of longer legs. This will make the dress appear a little shorter for that CHIC and stylish after hour look. A wide gold bangle will compliment the belt and complete the outfit.








WHAT KIA IS WEARING.....
CLOTHES:
SHIRT BY FOREVER21.COM, SKIRT BY H&M, CARDIGAN BY GAP, SHOES BY ALDO
CLUTCH BAG BY NY BOUTIQUE IN MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

MAKEUP:
MAC MINERAL FINISHER, COASTAL SCENTS EYESHADOW, SEPHORA BLUSH, MAYBELLINE BIG BRUSH LASH BLAST MASCARA, VICTORIA SECRET LIP GLOSS AND MAYBELLINE LIPSTICK.





CORPORATE :
The pink, black and blue animal print top can be layered under a cardigan and give a ruffle look. For the corporate look take advantage of the ability to let the top layer of the shirt spill over a buttoned black cardigan. The grey pencil skirt is 85% spandex with a really long waist. When worn at its full length, it falls right above the knee. Peep toe pumps work well in the summer time. Polish the look off with classy accessories, studs and pearls are perfect for the workplace.













THE TRANSITION





CHIC:
First thing's first...LOSE THE CARDIGAN. Once that's gone it is apparent that shirt is a halter, showing off a little skin. The top layer posing as ruffles can be spread out, exposing a little cleavage (cleavage can be tasteful when done right, and tiny girls can pull of off as well with Victoria's Secret Miraculous bra).
The grey full length pencil skirt with the long waist can be folded on the top. (the way it was seemingly meant to be worn to begin with) This shortens the skirt showing a little more leg. Adding a clutch bag will complete the look.








WHAT TAS IS WEARING.........
CLOTHES:
SHIRT by MILEY CYRUS at MACY'S, SLACKS by BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY, SHORTS BY STRAWBERRY, SHOES by PAYLESS AND CHARLOTTE RUSSE.


MAKEUP:
COVER GIRL MINERAL FINISHER, COASTAL SCENTS EYESHADOW (BROWN, TAN, AND GOLD), MAYBELLINE GEL EYELINER, MAYBELLINE GREAT LASH MASCARA, VICTORIA SECRET LIP GLOSS.



CORPORATE:


Dark purple leopard print on light purple sheer blouse peeps out of the black cotton cardigan to add some color to this corporate look. The flare leg pin striped slacks are perfect for days when you want to dress professionally. to complete this look , add diamond studded earrings and a few pearl bracelets. Shiny Patent leather kitten heels will help this plain look POP!















THE TRANSITION




CHIC:
Automatically subtract the black Cardigan from your outfit. Replace grey flare pin stripped slacks with very mini "short" shorts and the shiny Patent leather kitten heels for regular leather pumps with a few inches added to the heel. Trading pearl bracelets for gem studded bangles will allow you to "shine" during night life!








CHARMED GIRL MAKE UP DISCLOSURE:
For makeup on a workday: If you choose little or no makeup at work usually that is completely okay. Often a moisturizer and lip gloss will do the trick. Carry your makeup essentials and cosmetics to work so you will be able to freshen up and quickly transition your makeup from day to night.


THESE TRANSITIONS WERE DESIGNED TO BE DONE IN 10 MINS LADIES...remember what you applied to you face earlier in the day was done with the mindset that you would only be intending to freshen up later in the day. Under normal circumstances, starting from scratch this may take longer.
HERE IS A QUICK VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO TAKE YOUR EYE MAKE UP FROM SIMPLE TO A SMOKEY EYE IN JUST A FEW MINUTES. NO BRUSHES NEEDED!!! IT IS A VERY SIMPLE LOOK AND CAN BE ACHIEVED USING ANY QUAD OR TRIO OF CONTAINING THOSE LITTLE SPONGE TIP APPLICATORSS. YOU CAN FIND THESE AT YOUR LOCAL DRUG STORES. THE COLORS USED IN THE VIDEO CAN ALWAYS BE SUBSTITUTED FOR LIGHTER COLORS; FOR EXAMPLE INSTEAD OF A BLACK SMOKEY EYE, YOU MAY WANT A SOFT BROWN SMOKEY EYE. JUST SUBSTITUTE THE COLORS AS YOU PREFER.