What We Wear to Work

Take a sneaky peek at what fash-mag girls really wear, we turned the cameras on ourselves for a change

What we wear to work - Marie Claire
What we wear to work - Marie Claire
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Take a sneaky peek at what fash-mag girls really wear, we turned the cameras on ourselves for a change

Take a sneaky peek at what fash-mag girls really wear, we turned the cameras on ourselves for a change

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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Cassie says, 'I've loved vintage clothes since I was 12 and it's a look that works surprisingly well for the office. The easiest pieces to wear to work are 60s dresses.'

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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Cassie finishes her outfit with this cute, vintage wicker bag.

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

What we wear to work - Marie Claire
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Cassie finishes her outfit with this cute, vintage wicker bag.

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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Cassie reveals, 'Immaculate make-up is the one thing I never go without at work.'

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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Cassie's accessories, like this 'Love' ring, really complete her outfit.

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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Cassie pairs a vintage dress with brogues for a chic office look.

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

Cassie Steer - Beauty Writer

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'Shoes are my passion, I have hundreds of pairs that I rotate to make my look more interesting,' explains Cassie.

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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Nicole says, 'Ever since I moved here from Australia, I've been really influenced by the London look. I experiment much more that I used to and always adopt the big trend of the season. Right now I love leather pieces.'

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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Nicole's top tip is to lay your look out the night before, that includes the accessories!

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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Here Nicole uses a belt to emphasise her waist.

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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'These leather leggings really give my look the edge,' explains Nicole.

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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Nicole's tip is to plan your outfit around quality tailored separates.

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

Nicole Waudby - Advertising Director

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'Bright heels are a great way to rev up your look for evening,' reveals Nicole.

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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Andrea says, 'I'm known in the office for my love of bright heels but I'd describe my everyday working look as classic and tailored. I stop myself getting bored by adding new statement accessories every season.'

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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'Scarves give your look a more casual, relaxed feel,' explains Andrea.

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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Andrea reveals, 'I always go for bright prints and bold colours to really stand out at work.'

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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Andrea shows us a pair of her bright high heels.

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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'A lower neckline stops you looking too prim,' says Andrea.

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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'Get a dress that flatters and fits and you'll wear it to work forever,' reveals Andrea.

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

Andrea Thompson - Features Director

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Andrea completes this look with a piece of statement jewellery.

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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Lucy says, 'Working in fashion means that anything goes, but I like to keep my look girlie and toughen it up with fierce accessories. I'm obsessed with ankle boots at the moment, I'm always trying to find a great new black pair on the high street.'

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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Lucy completes her look with some cute gold necklaces.

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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Here Lucy shows off her ankle boots - a favourite look for her.

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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'A sharp haircut instantly gives you a glossy power look,' explains Lucy.

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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Lucy reveals, 'Short dresses, ankle boots and a biker jacket is a great combination.'

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

Lucy Walker - Senior Fashion Assistant

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'My trainers are a must for schlepping around on appointments,' says Lucy.

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell Digital & Online Editor - What We Wear To Work
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'I like to have fun with clothes and tend to wear a lot of dresses to work. Bright colours always liven up a winter morning and I'm really into soft fabrics at the moment, like silk and cashmere,' says Helen.

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell Digital & Online Editor - What We Wear To Work
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'I bought this necklace in a market in France and it always reminds me of summer,' explains Helen.

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell Digital & Online Editor - What We Wear To Work
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Helen wears a plaited brown leather belt tied at the waist.

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell - Digital & Online Editor

Helen Russell Digital & Online Editor - What We Wear To Work
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'Not being blessed with supermodel stature, I wear heels most days,' says Helen. Vintage tan leather boots complete her outfit.

Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali Online Contributing Style Writer - What We Wear To Work
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'I'm a high street girl through and through,' says Sarah. 'There are so many good,
affordable pieces out there at the moment.'




Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali Online Contributing Style Writer - What We Wear To Work
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'I'm not a big jewellery wearer. I tend to pick a staple few pieces and wear them every day, like a classic leather watch,' says Sarah.

Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali - Contributing Style Writer

Sarah Karmali Online Contributing Style Writer - What We Wear To Work
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Keeping warm and stylish, Sarah pairs wool socks with some wedge boots. 'I'm all for practical footwear on the daily commute then swiftly changing once I get into the office... I've  got five pairs of shoes at my desk!'

Eleanor Young - Contributing Entertainment Writer

Eleanor Young - Contributing Entertainment Writer

Eleanor Young Online Contributin Entertainment Writer - What We Wear To Work
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'Working online means an early start, so I always plan my outfits the night before,' says Eleanor. 'I love to layer, and winter maxi skirts have become my absolute staple this season thrown on with a fine knit tee and chunky cardigan.'


Eleanor Young - Contributing Entertainment Writer

Eleanor Young - Contributing Entertainment Writer

Eleanor Young Online Contributin Entertainment Writer - What We Wear To Work
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Statement pieces make an outfit, so Eleanor keeps her jewellery box stocked with chunky rings and eye-catching necklaces.

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleur Online Intern What We Wear To Work
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Abby explains, 'I like to mix pieces from the high street with vintage finds that I've picked up at markets.'

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleur Online Intern What We Wear To Work
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Abby completes her look with this flower hair slide.

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleure - Online Intern

Abby Tayleur Online Intern What We Wear To Work
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'I got this necklace from a vintage market in London, I love it and wear it all the time to add a twist to my work outfits,' says Abby.

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