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Lifestyle | What I Usually Wear to Work + Preparing for a New Season

September 6, 2017 by Whitney 7 Comments

If you don’t know by now that I’m a lover of kimonos, I’m not sure we’ve met. At least twice a week, and once on the weekend, I can be spotted wearing a kimono. Because most of my workdays are spent at my desk, running errands, or a little bit of both, kimonos are one of the easiest pieces for me to style. I’ve shared this many times before on WNJ, but when it comes to deciding what I’m going to wear during the work week, comfort and functionality come first, then style. That said, the outfit shown here is definitely a typical workday OOTD, turban included.

Related: Styling a Black & White Kimono 

Turban: Amazon (same) // Earrings: H&M (old) // Bag: Marc Jacobs, TJMaxx (another option) // Sandals: Nordstrom Rack (another option)

I’m blessed to work in an environment that allows me to dress according to my personal style. If I’m having a bad hair day, and there are no meetings or office visits scheduled, I can simply wear a fashionable turban. That may not be a big deal for some people, but when I can dress without certain restrictions, I tend to work a lot better. Speaking of work, I’ve been quite busy with my 9-5 this summer, hence the sporadic posts. Now that the summer season is winding down, things are slowing down a bit and my schedule is becoming less hectic.

As the season’s change, don’t forget to take some time to slow down and catch your breath. #selfcare

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Related: 7 Practical Ways to Deal with Stress

I think it’s important to slow down a bit when the seasons change. If only to catch your breath to reflect on the previous months, taking a little time to pause is crucial. If you’re constantly rushing from season to season you’re not allowing yourself any time to reflect and potentially grow from the previous season. Here are 5 simple questions to can ask and answer right before the end of each season:

  1. What were some of your favorite experiences this season?
  2. What are something’s you wish went a differently?
  3. What did you learn from these experiences?
  4. How are you going to maneuver differently in the upcoming season? 
  5. What things are you looking forward to in the upcoming season?
Stop rushing from season to season. Give yourself some time reflect, then move forward.

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Kimono: Nordstrom Rack (another option) // Top: Good Luck Gem, Nordstrom Rack (same)

So tell me, how often do you slow down to reflect before entering a new season? How are you preparing for the upcoming fall season? 

Thanks for reading, and be sure to share your thoughts below. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Filed Under: Style Tagged With: kimono, Nordstrom Rack, self care, work wear

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Comments

  1. Cindy Elena @iamcindyelena says

    September 6, 2017 at 4:59 pm

    love that kimono!! I’m so need to buy one for fall

    xo | Cindy Elena
    http://www.boringclothes.com

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  2. Lisa Smith says

    September 8, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    Wow!
    Amazing kimono !
    I Love this style so much ! i will purchase one immediately. Thanks a lot for sharing this amazing pose !

    ________Lisa Smith
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  3. Oh to Be a Muse says

    September 13, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    Oh I totally know you like kimonos! And it’s cool that you wear a turban to work.
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  4. Rachel says

    September 15, 2017 at 10:49 am

    Looks great! Pretty!

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  5. districtofchic says

    September 19, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    Your work outfits are sooo much more fun than mine! You’re making me realize I need to spice things up a bit more!

    District of Chic
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  6. robincharmagne says

    September 21, 2017 at 7:54 am

    Yes to kimonos. Love them too and looking forward to rocking right on into Fall in velvet!
    https://www.robincharmagne.com/blog

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  7. Chloe says

    January 9, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    I LOVE wearing kimonos too! I love how soft and flowy they are! Really loving the one you’re wearing the print is so gorgeous!

    xo, Chloe // https://funinthecloset.com/los-angeles-winter-popjulia-review/

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