Fashion Gum: outfit ideas that answer 'what do I wear with this?'
Fashion Gum is a plain-spoken guide to women's outfits. Pick a piece you already own, or an event you are dressing for, and we will show you how to put the rest of the look together.
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Work: our complete guide to business casual for women explains what the dress code means, what to wear, and where the lines are.
We aim for specific outfit formulas rather than vague inspiration: which top, which shoe, which layer, and why it works. Where it matters, we note how a look changes for different body shapes, climates and dress codes, and how to care for the pieces so they last.
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Browse by what you need: workwear, wedding guest, occasions, seasonal, outfits and style guides.
What is cocktail attire? Outfit ideas for women and men: dress length, fabrics, suits, shoes and accessories, plus common mistakes at cocktail-style events.
What does semi-formal attire mean? A plain guide to dresses, separates, suits, shoes and accessories for dinners, graduations, holiday parties and more.
Vacation outfit ideas for women: beach, city sightseeing, resort dinners and travel days, with a simple capsule packing formula and shoe and layer tips.
What to wear to brunch: easy outfit formulas with dresses, jeans, skirts and trousers, plus shoes, layers and weather tips for spring, summer, fall and winter.
What to wear to church: outfit ideas with dresses, skirts and trousers, how to dress modestly, what to avoid, and tips for every season and church style.
Which shoes count as business casual for women: loafers, flats, ankle boots, block heels and clean sneakers, plus open-toe rules and a quick fit check.
What business casual means for women, with outfit formulas, shoe rules, a jeans verdict, season tips and a checklist so you can dress right on day one.