Building Your "Teacher" Wardrobe

I happen to be at an age where many of us are finishing school (some already have!) and beginning our "adult careers." This means that I'm also at an age where we, as young women, are finding out exactly what we should and shouldn't be wearing to work. I think that many of us younger girls tend to try to wear things a little too short or a little too tight when dressing for work, and I'm trying to make sure to avoid that type of thing.
When I was a supervisor at an after school program, we avoided issues by wearing a (unflattering) uniform. Now that I am doing fieldwork, we get a little more freedom but we still need to look like professionals. We even have to dress professional to some classes - shout out to Block B!
While Erik watched TV tonight and Sophia was asleep, did I work on homework? I consider building my wardrobe as a TYPE of homework, so we'll go with that. :)

Here are a couple of outfits I put together with things I had in my closet already. All of the pieces were very inexpensive. Please excuse my lack of accessories and my messy hair, but I had an itch to post, so here I am.

I think this outfit is a little retro and MAY be more comfortable with a tucked in t-shirt. I'll probably wear it both ways. I'd originally planned on wearing this with nude heels (ok, let's be honest - flats) but they were in the room where Sophia was sleeping and I couldn't risk waking the beast!

White button up - $9 at Walmart

Polka dot skirt - $14.80 at Forever 21

Brown flats - $16 at Target

This outfit was actually more comfortable to wear (maybe because I know how much I need a tan) and I think would be easier to move around in all day. If you're not comfortable in a bright blazer, it's easily paired with a more neutral color of blazer or cardigan. 

Pink blazer - $3 Thrifted 

Polka dot shirt - $8 at DD's Discounts

(it's like a Ross type of store)

Black skinny pants - $12 at Melrose

Black flats - $17 at Payless

(the shoes are DexFlex brand and are VERY comfortable.)

Most of the stores listed have bad quality, not very cute clothes. But every once in a while I get lucky and find a few staples. Did anyone else notice the polka dot theme? I don't know why I always tend to gravitate towards that pattern. 

Hope you found a little inspiration. Send me some ideas of your own!

Jennifer