Dress Beautifully: Black Tie

The Neck Sash is Back!

Women have adorned themselves with fabric sashes tied in bows around their neck collars for decades. I remember my Mamma had a light pink and ivory striped blouse with a big ivory bow tied around the neck. It was her favorite and looking back at pictures it was mine too! She looked so classy in that blouse paired with a black skirt and pearl studs.

The Secretary Blouse: Women's top made of loose fabric with a neck tie, typical worn for office wear.

Truth: I own 5 secretary blouses. Everything's better with a bow!

You can create your own secretary look by tying a sash around any button down or blouse. It doesn't have to have a collar. I like the idea of black as it's so versatile and will pair with a range of looks from flannel plaid to solid silks.

For this look I kept it clean and sharp with classic black & white.

I've had this black satin sash since undergrad! See, it is good to hold on to things! It's been a workhorse for so many looks.