How to do corporate.

Just because the term 'corporate' is similar to the word 'corpse' doesn't mean you need to look like a deadened individual when you enter the world of suits, photocopiers and serious caffeine addictions (worse than the ones you develop at university, if that is even possible). 

Just because you need to look serious doesn't mean you can't look like a classy little bitch with killer style. Embrace man-style in slouchy, high waisted pants and boxy little suit jackets. Add a super skinny red belt to an all black suit. Buy beautiful, feminine blouses in silk with intricate patterns to balance out the masculinity of the suit. Wear a polished heel, like a round-toed pump (pictured is a delightful red skyscraperesque Louboutin heel). Invest in a strong, well-tailored coat. Do wear spectacles, and keep hair shiny, soft and pulled-back. Make-up should of course be minimal but that doesn't mean it should be totally undetectable; a little white Chanel sparkly eyeshadow dusted lightly over the eyelids, I find, does wonders in the mornings when you are barely awake and adds a touch of subtle glamour.