I recently started a new job and I'm trying to make my best impression. I'm trying to live that "dress for the job you want, not the job you have" motto, which means I choosing more and more to ditch my FitBit Flex for more sophisticated accessories like my new Shinola watch.
Gfiffin goes fresh and fashionable with their Ribbon Wristband--a colorful alternative to the bulky rubber and plastic wristbands that come with your fitness tracker. Inspired by the popular ribbon hair ties seen everywhere, the comfortable, wicking nylon ribbon hides your Fitbit or Sony tracker in a secure spandex pocket. It easily adjusts for a perfect fit; just re-tie the knot.

Tory Burch
Recently, fashion designer, Tory Burch unveiled a new accessory line for FitBit. Burch's accessory collection is made up of four distinctive pieces, including a brass pendant, a brass bracelet, and two artsy silicone bands (pink and blue). Each was designed to house a Fitbit Flex.

I like to add personality to my outfits for work while still keeping an extremely professional tone. I do this by pairing traditional business attire with more youthful pieces.

As you can see here, I made a fun print more professional by pairing it up with a black blazer. The blazer keeps a traditional undertone while the colored pattern and unique pleating gives off a fashionable tone. I received a lot of compliments on this dress and its appropriateness for the workplace... little do they know the dress is entirely backless! Risque

Black Blazer: Victoria's Secret
Patterned Dress: ModCloth
Black Opaque Tights: Target
Black "Snake Skin" Pointed-Toe Pump: DSW
Jewelry: Tiffany & Co Heart Lock

Thanks to the powers of the internet and social media anyone can experience the Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week from anywhere in the world!


Starting today top designers from around the world will unveil their Fall 2012 Collections and, this year, it's not just for the fashion elite anymore. NYFW and it's featured designers are making it easier than ever to feel like part of the action and excitement.

This year you have a front row ticket to all the hottest catwalks!


Live Video



Now your computer screen is a portal to the hottest runways. YouTube has once again partnered with Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and Maybelline to live stream more than 25 shows at youtube.com/liverunway. See full schedule below.

#TweetWalk on Twitter

Started by Burberry at the 2011 NYFW, #TweetWalk is the hashtag to follow on Twitter to see this year's hottest looks before they hit the runway. Seconds before a look headed down the runway, it was photographed and tweeted so all the Burberry fan could see it first!

At 3 p.m ET on Friday, Rebecca Minkoff plans to stream her entire show live. She also plans to debut pieces from her collection on Twitter a full 30 minutes before they appear on the runway. Additional backstage footage will appear on the designer’s Twitter and Instagram accounts, and the full show will stream live on YouTube at 3 p.m. ET on Friday.

At 5:30 p.m. ET on Friday, Tommy Hilfiger will stage a “Twitter Model Walk” at its men’s Fall 2012 show's shoe line. The company will release images of the shoes on Twitter as they hit the runway. Followers can enter for a chance to win a pair by retweeting an image with the hashtag #TommyRunwayShoes, or by filling out a form on Facebook, where the U.S. fashion label will also be livestreaming video footage of its show.

These won't be the only sneak peaks you'll find on Twitter this year. The whole internet will be aflutter with fashion news! For the whole inside scoop from designers, the media, and attendees follow the hashtags  #NYFW and #MBFW.

Tumblr

Get NYFW updates right on your Tumblr feed. For the third year in a row, Tumblr has sent fashion bloggers into the action to chronicle all the action.

Instagram

Do you see a trend yet? Following the #NYFW hashtag (again) on Instagram and it will get you backstage impromptu snapshots.

I think this should be about it!

As exciting as it is that we can all be involved in the action, it has been argued by many that the mass availability of NYFW has transformed the purpose of the event all together. What was once an invite-only event for the fashion elite is now a global, consumer-facing experience.

Do you think the mainstreaming of New York Fashion Week will cause high-end designers to loose their luster?

ModCloth had their annual Cabin Fever Sale a few weeks ago and I picked up this gem:


A pleated pencil skirt. I thought it was really unique... definitely not something you see every day. It's still quiet and professional but it has personality and stands out in a sea of suits!

Cropped Black Sweater: H&M
Gray/Blk Pleated Pencil Skirt: ModCloth
Tights: TopShop
Shoes: DSW
Jewelry: Tiffany & Co (vintage key and women's dog tag)

I never participate in my work's Jean Weeks but since this is a short week due to the holiday I went with it. Plus to participate you have to donate $15 to a charity so it was well worth it since this is the holiday season!

Every time I wear this sweater and blouse combo I always get compliments on my ability to wear animal prints professionally. I find that two-toned animal prints are much more subtle and can be more easily dressed up. I paired this leopard print cardigan with a dusty pink blouse with flowery ruffles. Then I topped it all off (or bottomed it all off) with a pair of dark denim jeans with a large, but flattering flare, that perfectly showcase a pair of Coach peep toe wedges.

Today was a Tiffany & Co kind of day!

A perfectly colored belted sweater paired with a black and white polka dotted skirt helped me pay tribute to a legend.

Who says blazers can't be fun?!

I livened up this Thursday with this pink, ruffle blazer with a shimmery white, oversized, cowl neck shirt.

Simple and fun!

Despite the dropping temperature, this outfit made me feel like spring is upon us!


Paired with a simple dark gray dress pant and off-white cardigan, this floral-like blouse brought a splash of color to this dreary fall day. And the ruffle colar looks so cute peaking out from behind the cardi (or even a blazer)!

The pink, gray, white and yellow floral top was a recent find and the rest was just pieces I had laying around in my closet.

The necklace is a piece out of my aunt and uncle's jewelry line that I used to sell for. It is peridot, iolite, champagne topaz and pink tourmaline set in sterling silver. Their website is currently offline and under construction but when it's up I'll definitely let you know!

Cream cardigan: Target
Floral Blouse: Gap
Gray Dress Pants: Gap
Jewelry: Family Jewelers (contact me if you're interested)

I like this outfit mostly for it's dusty pink, tweed blazer.

Dusty Pink & Gray Blazer: H&M
Dark Gray Pants: Gap
Black Micro Knit Top: Target
Gray and Black Bow Shoes: DSW

What iWore:
Pants: Express ($60)
Jacket: H&M ($50)
Shirt: Generic white tank top

Why:
Last week the President and CEO of my company requested a meeting with me in regards to LinkedIn. He's a German businessman new to our company and the American culture so he wanted me to explain to him the purpose of LinkedIn and putting all your information out there for everyone to see.

From what I was told, he's an intimidating man and I want to make a good and memorable impression. I'm extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter so the perfect outfit is all I needed to seal the deal. I wanted to dress professional but, like always, I didn't want to lose who I am as a young woman in the industry.

I chose this perfectly-tailored, medium gray dress pants from Express and I paired them with this beautiful, vintage-inspired pink and gray tweed blazer from H&M. It is professional, yet fun!

And in case you were wondering, the meeting went fabulously!

What iWore:
Skirt: American Apparel ($36)
Shirt: generic black tank-top
Cardigan: Target ($18)

Why:
Sometimes when I can't decide what to wear I let my boyfriend choose.  Today I didn't want to wear all black to work so I let him pick from my larget variety of colored cardigans, he chose this nice teal one.

Since I've been working at my new job, I've been complimented by several of my coworkers on how professional, but modern, I dress for work. I dress both appropriately for my age and for the workplace.

I've always considered myself fairly fashion forward (whether I want to put forth the effort to get dressed, is another question) so I've always found it quite easy to put together outfits. Over the last few months I've been having fun piecing together different outfits to wear in the workplace.

Since I'm young (only 23) and this is my first real job, I've basically had to purchase an entirely new wardrobe. Let me tell you, this hasn't been cheap! But I feel like I have been doing a good job spending my money wisely, buying quality pieces and keeping a fresh, modern, professional look.

I look forward to sharing my outfits and giving advice to other young professionals who may be in the same predicament as myself. Stay tuned for iWore!