In the 1988 movie
Working Girl, Melanie Griffith’s character, Tess, longs to transform herself from a Staten Island secretary to a Manhattan businesswoman. Her boss, played by Sigourney Weaver, imparts this fashion wisdom: "Dress shabbily and they notice the dress. Dress impeccably, and they notice the woman."
When you look at this FOF, do you see the clothes or the woman? Our FOF Style Gurus have strong opinions--do you agree? (Plus, this FOF happens to be a serious VIP in the working world. Can you guess who it is?)
Sherrie Mathieson: I love it. This is understated-luxe at it's best. The palette of neutrals accentuated by warm plums and browns is exquisite. A variety of textures give excitement to this comfortable look. She is a poster child for my personal philosophy for successful style: modern classics, high quality, and dressing to emphasize your best features (notice the lovely ankles). Even her nails are perfectly groomed!
Sherrie Mathieson is a leading style expert and Random House author of
Steal this Style and
Forever Cool.
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Susan Grant: The proportion of the pieces is perfect and so is the combination of textures. I love the dark knit top with shantung slacks. The wedge shoes are a feminine, modern touch. She is simply and elegantly accessorized with her watch and skin clutch. This look works!
Susan Grant is merchandise manager for Muse, a full-service jewelry showroom.
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Lovey Dash: I like the proportions - the longer cardigan cover up with the shorter pant. The mix of colors are interesting, yet neutral, and age appropriate. Her watch, (I think it’s Hermes) and clutch look right but the shoes are killing her outfit! They are too casual and cheapen the look. I would have preferred a peep-toe kitten heel or even a nice Chanel flat.
Lovey Dash is a Beverly Hills-based stylist. She was formerly in VIP sales for Louis Vuitton on Rodeo Drive.
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Susan Hersh: I love the color of her shoes and clutch, but her cardigan is not flattering. She has it buttoned in the center but it would look better if she wore it open. It’s also pulling on her and hugging her buttocks. A more relaxed cardigan, in a heavier knit will not cling or show every ripple on her back. I’d prefer if she wore something more like
this.
Susan Hersh is a Ford Model and the host and executive producer of
Meet The Experts.
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Looks like Martha Stewart – and I’ve never been a fan of her style. I’m sure her clothes are expensive but she always looks like she dressed without looking in the mirror, and this look is no exception. I think it’s dowdy and the pants are too short. The shoes are completely wrong. I can’t at all see what your “experts” think is so great about it, other than that the colors don’t clash.
looks smart & well put together. I would probably leave the cardigan unbuttoned. the outfit works well either way.
She look great and comfotable.
I think that this woman (Dianne Sawyer?) looks absolutely put together. And who says that capris are not office apparel….it depends on the office. If you are in the board room making presentations to stockholders, probably not. But if you are in ‘your’ office then office wear is what you make it.
I’m sure this woman (who appears to be Martha Stewart) could probably care less what any of us think about how she dresses. How many of you could pass the test?