Hi there!  Welcome to Employed Panache.  My name is Nicole and I like clothes.  I also like my career, which has nothing to do with clothes.  In fact, my job is in Human Resources (I know you just shuddered ;)  For me, I've noticed that I'm happiest and most confident in the office when I feel like myself in the clothes I wear.  However, I still need to look professional, so I put a lot of thought into what I wear each most days.  I want my clothing to be a reflection of who I am both professionally and personally.  Adding a little panache to what I wear does just that, and can work for anyone.  

This site will feature outfits that I wear on the job and some helpful tips on how to look presentable but also yourself at work.  I may also throw in a smattering of "off hours" outfits, mainly so you can see how I mix and match my work and weekend wardrobes (because let's be honest, who can afford separate wardrobes for both??)

On the calendar: day at the office: a couple in-person meetings with client groups; meeting new employees

So it's summer, but my office can be chilly... the t-shirt / short sleeve jacket combo gave enough core warmth to warrant bare legs.  I knew I'd be with people throughout the day, including new hires, so I wanted to make a good impression.  Pretty much a typical day at the office.