Sunday, June 24, 2012

Summer Scarves: Artsy Professional

Last night at dinner I had a little freak out moment with two of my girlfriends. I realized that I'm speaking at the Dance/USA forum this weekend and I have no clue what to wear. Here's how the conversation went:

Me: For the love, I don't know what to wear!
Allison, bestie since 6th grade: They're all dancers, right?
Me: Right.
Allison: So it's artsy professional. Make sure you wear a scarf.

via Bloomingdales

I laughed at that, but I also think it's true. Scarves give off an artsy professional air that I think would go well with the San Francisco chill and style. Bonus points for adding texture, flair, and color to any outfit.

Here are some of my favorites from Dorothy Perkins.
PS... I just bought another dress at that store. I can't get enough of her goodness!








And my favorites from H and M




What else do you think the artsy professional look includes?
Bold earrings? Fun socks? Rockin head pieces?
Ps... I'm just mildly freaking out over here.
GAHHHHH!!!


30 comments:

Marshall said...

Mmm, I love scarves. I'm sure you'll look rockin! Good luck!

Robyn said...

i love scarves-totally love the striped one from H&M

Krystal said...

can't wait to see what you pick out!!! maybe some of those huge fake glasses, haha ;)

angie said...

I love scarves too! And if you can get them from Dorothy Perkins...bonus!

Ana Degenaar said...

Such lovely picks! Love them but cannot wear them here :(

Sandy a la Mode said...

love that look! scarves are a great accessory!

The girl in Oslo said...

Such a great way to add that little something to any outfit :)

Have a great week :)

Audrey Allure said...

Love scarves -- definitely a great way to look artsy professional :)

Erica said...

Ha ha! Atsy professional screams out SCARF!! lol!

I do love scarfs though. They can give you that artsy professional look even if you are just wearing jeans and a t-shirt.

I also think floor skimming maxi skirts give off that same vibe.

Hena Tayeb said...

yay on the opportunity. I am digging all these scarves.. I am never sure about how to incorporate it in my look.. good luck!

Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weird said...

I totally agree with wearing a scarf, totally artsy professional.

THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE said...

Oh how pretty are they all!?! I'm a scarf fanatic. Seriously I have hundreds. It's an obsession. I'm wearing one today in fact. Well I guess that's not much of a coincidence since I wear them pretty much everyday :) I vote to go for a scarf too! xoxo

VintageDanielle said...

So agree with you. When I imagine an artist professional, I instantly go to black outfit with scarf and hair up.

thais said...

LOVE that pink and gold dorothy perkins one. go for it !! and artsy professional reminds me of a bun up ;)

SabinePsynopsis said...

Artsy professional?!? Must surely include a beret, and maybe a pair of pumps? You'll look wonderful next weekend, I'm sure.

Lena at A Crimson Kiss said...

These scarves are gorgeous, and totally "artsy professional", which is possibly the best clothing category I've ever heard! You're going to look so gorgeous, and speak so beautifully that whatever you wear will only enhance!

Lena at A Crimson Kiss said...

And seriously, BIG YES to making a dinner happen.

Alexa said...

So pretty...love all of the glorious summer colors here!

drollgirl said...

a scarf is a good idea! i have many scarves (scarfs. lol!). that snazz up just about any outfit! i would loan you one if i could, but i bet you already have a ton of them!

and now i am going to find you a dress. i am going to try.

drollgirl said...

ok, i like these dorothy perkins dresses for you. or for me. lol!

not sure if it is a day or night thing? but maybe one of these would work:

stripe high neck dress
red crepe midi dress
red floral prom dress
multi kaleioscope maxi dress

omg i am stopping there. they have so many cute dresses! thank you for the introduction to them!

jillian :: cornflake dreams. said...

artsy professional! i love that idea :) and i think scarves are the perfect accessory.. i esp love the green ones! xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

Dionne said...

I love summery scarves - they make such a great accessory! A H&M just opened near us, so I can't wait to go visit and check their scarves out!

Cafe Fashionista said...

I say artsy professional calls for the scarf (as you know), statement earrings, an elegant topknot, and a singular cocktail ring. It all seems appropriate to me! :)

Wendy said...

Definitely add a focal piece of jewelry! The scarves are all gorgeous and, I agree with Allison, the perfect artsy profesional accessory.

Debby Steele said...

Yup. Earrings too. I love scarves. They are so inexpensive but completely change an outfit. Don't freak out. You always look put together, Tiffany, and will be beautiful in whatever you choose to wear. Your post is up...looks great. xo

two birds said...

i think all black and a colorful scarf! you made some great scarf picks here!

Megan said...

ah i love me some scarves and dorothy perkins! you will look fab in anything!

Chic 'n Cheap Living said...

Ooh I love scarves and have been collecting fancy ones because they are timeless!

xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living

Meri said...

hmm, I would think artsy professional might include brooches or statement skirts as well. I love that first scarf!

Katie said...

I adore scarves. I have about twenty and counting...

I think cute hair clips/bands/etc are another good thing for that artsy professional look--plus, keeping your hair back from your face when speaking is usually nice.