How to Look Professional in a Pencil Skirt

Dressing to impress is rarely more important than when working. Pencil skirts can be a professional alternative to black pants if you pair them with the right look. Your clothes should never overshadow your skills or capabilities. It's not about showing skin. It's about showing what you're made of and how you can help the company. Follow these steps to look professional in a pencil skirt.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Wear a button-up collared shirt with your pencil skirt. Tuck it in and include a belt. You can also wear it out with a wide belt around your waist.

2. Add a pullover or button up vest to the collared shirt. Vests are in style and provide an alternate look to the blazer. It's simple yet professional.

3. Pair the pencil skirt with a cami or tank top. Add a blazer on top. If your skirt is black, you should only pair it with a black jacket if you have a true color match. If not, add a pop of color to the jacket.

4. Top the pencil skirt with a V-neck sweater. If it's too low cut, make sure you wear a tank top, cami or collared shirt underneath.

5. Mix and match your pencil skirt. A black skirt can be worn a few times a week as long as you change up the look. No one will ever know.

6. Keep the shoes professional. Wear sling-back heels for a truly professional look. Avoid sandals at all costs; they're not professional.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure the pencil skirt fits you correctly. They are supposed to hug your body to a point but should never be too tight.

Resources

• What to wear with your pencil skirt.