I started this blog around the same time I went back to work, mainly because that was a heavy stage in my journey through mummyhood. I not only became extremely self-concious about my stubborn baby weight, but had to start pumping in an empty office twice a day. I don’t think I’m alone here, for most mamas returning to work, a year out of the rat race, alongside new body and perhaps breastfeeding bosoms, will top back to work anxiety.
As I still see September as a new beginning, despite having left academia many moons ago, I thought i’d time this Back to Work Fashion post with the kids going back to school.
Now forget dresses, the ideal working mum wardrobe is packed with separates which give you comfort and flexibility and still allow you to look and feel confident, competent, comfortable and chic. Leave any body hang ups firmly behind you as you get into the swing of being mummy until you wave “bye bye” to your little one in the morning and then career woman navigating your commute and hitting the office in style. I’ve pulled together my shopping list, so you can take one more thing off your worry sheet.
Get inspired
Big hair, big dreams and a drawer full of shoes in Working Girl
Oversized Cocoon Coat perfection to hide any insecurities in effortless style. Image courtesy of Her New Tribe
Preen for Debenhams AW14 Collection includes this fab red bomber jacket. Think of the bomber as your go to cardigan and blazer hybrid, the perfect cover up for breast pumping mamas.
A pleated midi-skirt will be your everything feminine and cool in the office. Image courtesy of Joseph AW14 Look book
Jigsaw artfully pairs sharp tailoring with smart denim for an easy to wear work look
An oversized pattern scarf is a great way to inject some personality and colour into your outfit. Wear yours like Burberry Prorsum AW14 tied nipped around your waist to hide the wobbly bits and emphasise your new curves.
SHOP IT!
Simple basics, practical
1. Jumpsuit – The only way to wear a dress this season – Philipa Jumpsuit £155, Whistles
2. Giant Patterned Scarf – Layers hide a multitude of body woes and a scarf brings finesse to the simplest of outfits {great for pumpers} – Kenzo Silk Scarf £220, Selfridges
3. Smart Bomber Jacket – Is it a cardigan? Is it a blazer? No it’s a dress up dress down trophy cover up {great for pumpers} – Fendi Mesh Bomber Jacket £715, Net A Porter
4. Cocoon Coat – Generous proportions and great cuts will flatter any mum physique – Animal Print Cocoon Coat £89, Marks & Spencer
5. Cosy Sweater – An easy to throw on seperate that is comforting and timeless – Queen of Hearts Sweater £375, Chinti & Parker
6. Block Heel Courts – Why run in wobbly heels when you can strut in sensibly chic block mid-heels? – Affina Black Court Shoe £79, Dune
7. Killer Earrings – When all fails with baby tantrums, sick or tears and you’re stuck in a style rut…distract distract distract – Wooden Stud Drop Earrings £12.50, Topshop
8. Elastic Waist (shhhh) Smart Trousers – Well tailored trousers are a must for any work wardrobe, some mums might want that extra stretch {great for mum tums} – Trousers with Side Stripe £39.99, Zara
9. Oversized Shirt – There is nothing like a well-tailored shirt for helping you feel professional and chic {great for pumpers} – A-line Poplin Shirt £55, Cos
10. High-waisted ‘Mom’ Jeans – There’s a reason they have their name, high waisted jeans are not just on trend, but keep mum tums under wraps – Vintage Wash Mom Jeans £40, Topshop
11. Midi-Skirt – If you’re days of mini skirts are on hold, the midi is the perfect length for winter coverage – Boxy Foil Pleat Skirt £45, Next
12. Slip on Pumps – Leave the heels under your desk and keep you feet candy primed and ready to be a stylish mum on the run – Dialog Plimsolls £25, Asos
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