A great way that I have found to be fashion-forward but budget conscious is to mix both high and low pieces. Not only can you have fun mixing prints, patterns, colors and fabrics, but you can invest in a few key, well-made pieces that are a little more expensive because a lot of your outfits are made up of reasonably-priced items that you can replace more consistently.
One item that I love, and that I have found to be worth the money on three different occasions, are Tory Burch's ballet flats. Running about $180-$250 depending on material and color, they are incredibly comfortable and last for years, even if you wear them every week. www.toryburch.comhttp://www.toryburch.com/reva-flats/shoes-reva-ballerina-flats,default,sc.html
Tory comes out with some great, unique colors every season, but if you're just starting out, I'd recommend a nice neutral pair, like black. If you're a little more adventurous, metallics like gold and silver are also considered neutrals.
The great thing about these shoes is that they are a professional alternative to heels for law students and attorneys alike; you don't have to break out your 3-inchers every day of the week. Go for these and give your feet a break, but still look professional and polished. They would go fantastically with some skinny suit slacks and a fitted bolero jacket, or a pencil skirt and crisp white button-down. Running around with case files won't be a problem and they are more than likely to be a conversation starter with the more experienced female attorneys and partners. Let the networking begin!
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So what were the three different occasions?
ReplyDeleteThe first was the all gold Reva ballerina flat, the second was a black flat with silver Tory Burch buckle, both leather, and the third was a soft fur-like leopard print flat with gold hardware
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