Today is Nati’s first day at her new job in Paris! And knowing my beloved Coupine I also KNOW that she’s been searching her closet and every trusted store in the city for the entire past week to find a suit-able outfit. Now with workwear it totally depends on the job and the sector you’re working in. In Nati’s case I would say it has to be chic and professional rather than formal. Which can be tricky! Therefore, I have picked out a couple of fail-safe outfits that seem to fit the bill!

Be inspired, dearest!

Apart from searching for the perfect suit (which can take years) it is probably a smart move to invest in a classic camel coat for fall. I like mixing it with whites and a hat for early fall!

The trenchdress! Perfect. Got nothing to add!

Team your cute print dress from summer with a check coat, tights and booties for a smart office outfit. Add a hat and a great satchel bag (this one’s a Proenza Schouler PS1!) to round off the look!

Always a fail-safe combo if you work in creative industries: a pair of boyfriend jeans with socks, sandals, a blazer and a voluminous scarf! This is exactly what I am wearing on my ‘not so innovative’ days :-).

This is a very old shot of Miroslava Duma – one of my favourite style icons! She is wearing her great suit with a simple tee and retro geek glasses that make her look super-smart!

A clutch and sweatpants for work? YES, you can! The large daytime clutch and heeled booties add a sophisticated touch to an otherwise simple outfit. It’s cool and unexpected – but better save that for your Fridays;-)!

Have a good start into the new week everyone!

xoxo

Pics: The Sartorialist, Garance Doré, Jak & Jil

As always she was incredibly sweet and stylish with her cropped coat and her Chloe lace-up booties – no wonder the Facehunter wanted to take a pic of her..

So I followed Garance a bit, while she was searching a new motive…

…which she found with the incredibly gorgeous Miroslava Duma in a total Chloe look…

…so I tried myself with the same motiv..

Hmm, guess whose picture is gonna be better…;)?!

It’s getting cold down here. Time to get those BLACK wool coats out! Boring? Well, it’s all about the details! Be inspired by the Milanese and French fashionistas and wear your coat with black opaques or lace tights (like Giovanna Battaglia, left). A discrete, all-black outfit will leave the floor to spectacular heels and booties. A small belt accentuates the waist and creates an ultra-feminine look. MK Olsen (far right) shows an even more extravagant version with a long lace skirt and Burberry platform booties (perfect contrast!). Last but not least: break it up with some bright red nailpolish. Okay, Nati would go for pink…Works both perfectly!

Here is a selection of stunning coats for the ultimate Cinderella-feeling:

1. The luxe version: Miu belted wool coat via mytheresa.com (€1.290) for many years

2. Eco class: Juicy Couture “Michelle” via net-a-porter.com (€402.95)

3. On a budget: Topshop’s “Melton Frock” coat has a cute skirt detail (£85)