How To Transform Your Cocktail Dress To Office Wear

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I’m always talking about maximizing your wardrobe! But seriously, as a fashionista-turned-shopaholic, it is essential to wear these pieces creatively. Who can afford to allow their clothing to collect dust at the back of your closet? That’s pretty much exactly what was happening to some of my best dresses. It’s not everyday that I go to a fancy affair, while it is everyday that I go to work! 
So, how can we maximize our wardrobes by transforming these cocktail dresses to office wear?

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Ready to transform your favorite cocktail dress to office wear? Here’s how!
1- Add Layers
Layers can make a world of difference! Try adding a collared oxford or turtleneck- depending on the weather- under or over your cocktail dress. 
2- Incorporate Classic Office Silhouettes
Blazers, oxfords, pencil skirts. By adding classic office pieces or silhouettes, you’re saying ‘yes, this is office wear!’ To put it simply, it makes it blatant. This dress was an easy transformation because the bottom part has the silhouette of a pencil midi skirt.
3- Keep It Simple
That’s right, less is more! Don’t feel like you need to get carried away with disguising the cocktail dress. By adding a few simple pieces, your look will transform itself.

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Here’s the look without the blazer, so you can see the complete silhouette. Even without the blazer, this look would work in an office where sleeves aren’t a must! 

THE LOOK
Calvin Klein White Peplum Dress (similar: ASOS White Peplum Dress)  //  Banana Republic Striped No-Iron Sleeveless Oxford (similar: BR No Iron Contrast Oxford)  //  Navy Merona Blazer (similar: Lands End Navy Blazer)  //  DIY Statement Necklace, Michael’s (similar: BR Art Nouveau Fan Necklace)  //  Julie Vos Crystal Drop Earrings c/o Julie Vos (no similar, Julie Vos Earring Collection)  //  Express Leopard Print Pavé Ring (similar: BR Labradorite Ring)  //  Merona Textured Envelope Clutch (similar: The Limited Lace Envelope Clutch)  //  Nine West Nude Pointed Toe Heels

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How do you transform your favorite cocktail dress for the office? I’d love to hear your tips!

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  • Kathrine Eldridge July 1, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    This dress is so chic and elegant at the same time. Gorgeous! Love you layered over it for a work look. 🙂

    http://www.kathrineeldridge.com

  • Elegance and Mommyhood July 1, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    I love your how-to posts. That white sheath is so elegant and layered with the striped button-down and blazer is such a polished outfit for work. Nice to see you co-host with Monica, too.

    Happy Hump Day! Ada. =)

  • Aubrey Yandow July 1, 2015 at 3:19 pm

    I love this post, how-to-posts are always inspirational to me!
    xx. The Coastal Confidence
    http://the-coastalconfidence.com/

  • kileen valenzuela July 1, 2015 at 3:23 pm

    Beautiful white dress and the blazer makes it perfect for work!

    cute & little

  • Caitriona Tighe July 1, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    Beautiful dress. You incorporated it so well for office wear. Adding the court heels and simple blazer was a brilliant idea, I totally need to start doing this with my wardrobe ahah x

    Caitriona | Blog

  • Amy's Fashion Blog July 1, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    love that you made the cocktail dress work for the office.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home/

  • Heidi Hendricksen July 1, 2015 at 5:35 pm

    Nicely done! You look great!

    Wishes & Reality

  • Bam Bam July 1, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    This outfit is simple but fab and chic at the same time. Loving the sandals they rock.

    BamBam
    Blog

    xoxo

  • Gina Daily July 1, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    I would never have guessed that was originally a cocktail dress! Impressive job styling it for the office. You look great!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

  • Adri Lately July 1, 2015 at 6:23 pm

    These tips are super helpful and you look office chic! The layering tip is my favorite!
    xo Adri
    http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com

  • Girl Meets Bow July 1, 2015 at 8:19 pm

    What an adorable office look! Very chic and classic (two of my favorite things to be!)

  • Straight A Style July 1, 2015 at 9:13 pm

    What a pretty white dress! You layered it so well for work.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  • Arely Munoz July 1, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    Hi lovely, great tips and this looks is so J crew my favorite brand! love it.
    Glamoury Armory Blog

  • Shannon Jenkins July 1, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    This is so cute and you transformed the dress perfectly! Love the peplum!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  • Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara} July 2, 2015 at 12:31 am

    This is a great idea! I have too many nice dresses not to wear again for work!
    ~Sara

  • Rachel Dinh July 2, 2015 at 12:39 am

    Great tips, I love making clothes double duty. You nailed it.

    http://www.racheldinh.com

  • Laura B July 2, 2015 at 1:09 am

    What great ideas! And the result is so cute and perfect for the office!

  • Doused In Pink July 2, 2015 at 1:16 am

    What a great idea! Love how you layered for a perfect workday look!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  • katie // a touch of teal July 2, 2015 at 2:50 am

    Absolutely love this desk-to-drinks look! Absolutely adorable!

    xo katie // a touch of teal

  • Amanda C July 2, 2015 at 4:32 am

    Oh I just love all these tips, and it makes me jealous that I don't work in an office. My work attire consists of scrubs, and there's not too much to work with there. Still, I'm going to tuck these tips into my pocket, because you never know what the future holds! Thanks so much for sharing!
    XO Amanda | http://sansscrubs.blogspot.com

  • pedicure spa July 2, 2015 at 2:34 pm

    nice cocktail dress..

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  • Helena Goris July 2, 2015 at 10:04 pm

    Really love your outfit ! xo
    Can we follow eachother ? Let me know on my blog and I will follow back immediately xo

    BLOG | GorisHelena

  • Ashleigh July 2, 2015 at 10:30 pm

    Thank you so much for your super sweet comment you left on my blog! These days I don't respond enough. I really like your blog a lot! This post was very helpful. I'm always trying to find ways to dress down fancy wear so I can wear it whenever I want to. Thanks again for stopping by!

    http://www.fashionablyashleigh.com