Work From Home In Style

Thank you to Express & ShopStyle for kindly sponsoring this post.
All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.

work from home outfit

I knew the transition into fall was going to be challenging, but we’ve had so many curve balls thrown our way that it’s taken me longer than I expected to get into a solid work-from-home routine. Between the kids going back to school only part-time to the wildfires forcing us to stay indoors to my husband taking on a new business venture, it’s been pretty chaotic around our house. But, now that we’ve had almost a full month to adjust, I think I’m finally getting into a rhythm that works.

I’ve been working from home for the last 10 years, but now that I’m caring for my dad & managing online learning for my kids, it’s definitely a lot more to juggle than ever before. I’m learning that giving myself structure is the best way for me to succeed & feel like I have some control over the way things play out. Breaking the day into specific task-related time blocks has been a game-changer to help me get everything done without feeling frazzled. Once I came up with this system, I set recurring daily alarms on my phone…so when they go off, I know it’s time to move on to the next block (I even set alarms for things like eating lunch & working out!).

Another thing that has been so helpful for me is actually getting ready each day. It does take some time out of my schedule, but I always end up feeling more productive – it’s really amazing the difference it makes just putting a little effort into your look. At the beginning of quarantine, I know we were all living in sweatshirts & sweatpants, so now it actually feels good to put on more elevated separates & I’ve found some great options recently at Express.

Express asymmetric sweater

This sweater is basically my favorite piece ever – slouchy, cozy & oh-so-perfect for fall. It’s all the things I’m looking for in a comfy knit – it has an oversized fit, so I definitely recommend sizing down. This is long enough to wear with leggings (or sweats on the weekend!) – comes in 4 colors & would also be so chic paired with a midi skirt & heels for date night.

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know my love for Express denim & these jeans are no exception. I actually have been on the hunt for a pair of new gray jeans to replace my “low rise” denim from several years ago and these are exactly what I wanted. They fit more like a jegging, which means they have a good amount of stretch & are more comfortable to wear while working from home because they move with you without stretching out.

More comfy at-home outfits to try:

this oversized crewneck with these joggers (be sure to size down)
this soft mock neck dress (so flattering but feels like pajamas!)
this hooded sweatshirt with these herringbone leggings
this camel cardigan with this bodysuit & these black jeans

Express skinny jeans

work from home style

off-the-shoulder sweater

gray skinny jeans outfit

What I’m wearing:
c/o Express Asymmetrical Sweater, c/o Express Button Fly Skinny Jeans,
c/o Express Kitten Heel Booties, Express Hoop Earrings

I’m a big fan of this tan + off-white color combo because I think it’s a timeless pairing. This ribbed sweater comes in 6 different colors & is so easy to dress up or down, thanks to the fitted silhouette. Express has so many cute knitwear styles for the new season like this cable knit sweater, this ruched-sleeve crewneck (great for layering!), this balloon-sleeve v-neck & this tunic sweater (perfect for pairing with leggings).

I know white jeans can feel a bit polarizing in the cold weather months, so this ivory denim is the ideal solution because they aren’t as stark as a true white. These have a high waist with more of a mom jean fit (my current favorite) & the raw hem gives them a casual, lived-in feel. I own these mules in two colors now & they are some of my most-worn shoes because they’re comfortable & easy to just slip on & go. Throw on a structured blazer for Zoom calls & you’re all set!

More work-ready looks I love: