It's a problem we all struggle with, particularly on Fridays: what office-appropriate outfit [1] also works for a night out? Sometimes, we just don't have the time to run home and change before we meet up with the girls for dinner. We stand in front of our closets, searching for versatile pieces that pair as well with our closed-toe pumps [2] as they do with those strappy stilettos we've been dying to show off.
There's a solution to your office-to-drinks conundrum, and it comes in the form of the ladies you follow on the 'gram, who provide daily inspiration. Read on for 34 modest looks that could easily transition into something a bit sexier. And get out your notepad or laptop — these are outfit ideas you'll want to remember [3].
A Lightweight Ruffled Dress and Heels
A Neutral Cardigan and Cream Pencil Skirt
A Long Wrap Skirt and Pumps With Your Leather Jacket
A Slinky Statement Dress and a White T-Shirt
An LBD and a Moto Jacket With a Nice Pendant Necklace
A Tailored Suit Works Every Time
A Peplum Set With Embellished Shoes
A Silk Camisole Layered Over Your Button-Down
A Fit-and-Flare Printed Dress With a Wide Belt
A Loose Shirtdress With a Designer Purse
A Functional Skirt That You Can Unbutton Later On
A Fun, Lightweight Statement Jacket
An Elevated White Blouse and Trousers
Wide-Leg Pants and a Lace or Crochet Shirt
A Matching Top and Bottom That Looks Like a Jumpsuit
Leather Pants and a Pair of Black Pumps
Florals and Peep-Toe Shoes
An Open-Back Top and Mules
A Tight Top Under a Dress and Booties
A Bomber For a Casual Touch
Dark Skinnies and a Pearl Necklace
Long-Sleeved Midis and Statement Heels
White Pants and a Silk Blouse
Slip Into Your Metallic Loafers After Hours
A Tight Double-Breasted Top in a Fun Color
A Monochrome Structured Outfit With Miniheels
A Coordinated Set With a Trench to Cover Your Midriff
High-Waisted Trousers and Mules
A Funky A-Line Skirt and Sequined Top
A High-Neck Sweater Dress and Knee-High Boots
A Black Blazer, Tight Pants, and Chunky Shoes
A Long Dress That Shows a Little Slip of Leg, Complete With a Coat
A White Jacket and Knee-Length Skirt Accented by Black Accessories
The Standard, Work-Appropriate LBD