Take Your Outfit from the Office to the Bar with Spanx

Thank you to Spanx for partnering with me on this post!

Every girl knows that the Little Black Dress is practically the base of any good dress collection. From work to play, the LBD can go anywhere with you. Take it from someone who knows; I picked up this dress over 2 years ago when I had an internship abroad and it’s been a staple in my closet ever since. This baby has been on dates, to the workplace, to the bars and more all with a few simple switches.

But if the little black dress is the base of the dress section, Spanx shapewear is the base of the lingerie drawer. Maybe it’s not the sexiest or flashiest thing in your drawer, but it’ll give you the confidence to rock your body all day.

I remember the first day I wore a Spanx shaper. My boyfriend, Tanner, and I had been planning a date night and I had the perfect LBD to wear. However, I didn’t like how I could see the edges of my bra and underwear under the thin dress. I remember being disappointed in my body, when it was all caused by the fabric of the dress. I went to the mall for something before the date and happened to stumble into the shapewear section. I was hesitant, but I actually asked for help in the mall (it’s a rare thing for me) and a nice woman recommended a few pairs of Spanx shapewear to me and wished me luck on my date. I remember how Tanner looked at me when he picked me up. I swear I saw his jaw drop, but he’ll probably deny it.

Now, I don’t just break out the Spanx shapers for special occasions. In fact, I’m wearing a pair in most of my blog posts! What photoshoot wouldn’t be complete without me trying to change my Spanx shapewear in the car? It’s a struggle, trust me on that.

Today, I’m showing you how I rock the the Power Conceal-Her Collection; a collection made for the modern woman on the move. Each piece is perfect for any occasion, everyday and special occasions alike. This collection smooths, shapes, and sculpts and gets you from point A to B with confidence.

Spanx Power Conceal-Her Line

To be completely honest, the Freshman 15 that people talk about was very real for me. We can even call it the Grad School 20. As hard as it is for me to believe, I gained about 20 pounds in college and, while I may have been able to stay somewhat in shape during my undergrad, Grad School has proven to be even more difficult. Spanx shapewear has proven to be my little secret to making my dresses fit perfect and look perfect, despite the weight gain. The features like the lightweight fabric makes it possible to wear them here in Arizona and the legs don’t dig into your things, making it perfect to wear under just about any outfit.

In the photos below, I’m rocking the High-Waisted Mid-Thigh Short, the perfect piece to wear under your dresses for a seamless look. I’ve found that the regular Mid-Thigh Short is perfect under skirts and the Open-Bust Cami is great under office separates as well. You can even wear both together for a seamless look (and one that’s easier to get on and off).

Looking to make your first plunge into Spanx or add to a collection? My top recommendation is the High-Waisted Mid-Thigh Short. You can’t go wrong with a classic silhouette like this. Don’t worry, I think the confidence is included in the box.

For Work:

Like I said, a little black dress is perfect for work. For this look, I threw on a thrifted colorblock blazer and an old pair of black flats. I personally prefer wearing flats with dresses for a slightly more dressed-down look. If you have one, a colored blazer would also be perfect for a simple black outfit.

For Play:

Take off the jacket and switch up your flats for heels. A good LBD will easily transition from work to play, like this one. The heels does make the dress seem a bit shorter, but it works for a night on the town. Spanx can make sure the dress fits perfectly and helps you rock your curves.

Whatever your needs, Spanx has got you covered! From shorts to full body shapewear, you can find what you need on Spanx.com!