the work wardrobe episode

For the season three finale, I'm bringing you something a little different. I have been following Courtney de Vries for a while now and she has this way of breaking down how to put outfits together that felt very true to how we break things down here on patch. She is a stylist and wardrobe consultant based in Toronto and if you are not already following her, you need to be.You know how every episode we close with the lifestyle segment? Today we are dedicating the whole episode to it. Work style, the foundational pieces, and how to actually get dressed with intention whether you are heading into the office, on a work trip, or logging on from home.This is the patch:Why style is not just about trends and really about getting the foundation right Courtney's building blocks: why your coat, your bag, and your shoes are the best pieces to invest in and why consignment and thrift stores are the smartest place to find themWork style across the eras, starting out with a tight budget, leveling up when you have a little more to play with, and navigating the new mom chapter when your life and your priorities have shiftedQuick ways to pull together a great WFH outfit Packing for a work trip like a stylist and the rolling trickFollow Courtney (@cor_style_) on Instagram and TikTok and check out her website. All views expressed are my own.