How do you dress cute, but not girly?

Question

I work with a lot of older women, and I want to dress professional but not boring but not childish either because I want to be taken seriously

Like the girls on the Hills but not as expensive. They dress cute but not childish or slutish right?

Answer 1

1] buy clothes that flatter your figure and coloring, not just 'hot' items
2] buy things that coordinate without being to matchy-matchy
[ like brown leather jacket with brown tweed top of knee skirt = cute and professional, but not girly or boring ]
3] trends in tops usually blend into office wear better than any 'funky' [ puddle pants, very high waists, skinny jeans, micro minis, hooker stilettos, sky high platforms ] bottoms or shoes. They are also cheaper, overall!
4] add some interesting belts to a 'boring' outfit - chain, lace, velvet, patent leather, woven, crocodile.
5] wear interesting shoes - different heel heights, colors, textures, [ velvet, quilted, etc. ]. No open toes, or sandals.
6] wear trendy costume jewelry [ not juvenile! ]. Avoid plastic beads, etc. Try various precious metals, and modern set stones for rings, earrings.
7] grown up hair - ponytail with a barette - yes, with a scrunchie or banana clip - no; pigtails - no.
french braid or single braid - yes, double braids - no
pulled back with barette or leather or fabric band - yes, plastic headband - no.

Answer 2

Skinny Jeans! They are perfect, sophisitcated, can be worn with anything from converse to heals to flats, and they can look preppy, rocker chic, or just plain cool depending on the shirt you wear. Every waredrobe needs a pair!

Answer 3

how about a dress, some belts and necklace with tights...they are the 'in' thing right now..