I’ve now had a career for a month. A month. In that time, I have learned more about what I do but you guy aren’t here for that. You are here for the classic Alissa moments that we all knew would take place.
During the second week of work I got an email from my boss on Saturday about needing to talk to me first thing Monday. No problem. I arrive at work early and call him while he’s at a conference out of town. My command was simple: buy a Sporting KC jersey and ship it to him in the hotel. “You can find my address in my calendar.” No problem. I look on the calendar and can only find one address. I assume that naturally has to be the right address and go off. Now, apparently, over the weekend every sports store in the Metro sold out of XL Sporting KC jerseys. My phone was dying. I didn’t have a charger. Life might as well have been ending because I didn’t have gps. Did I call to confirm the address? No because stupid my iPhone’s has awful battery life.
I finally found a jersey. I thought about how jerseys could be improved. I then took the important jersey to Fedex overnight it. So at this point, I have basically spent $200 on the delivery of a basic jersey. I’m all proud of myself for managing the office by myself and officially delivering such an important package.
The next morning I track my package. Drink a Vanilla Coke Zero. Mentally put my feet up on the desk because I am killing it. Then I get a text from my boss. “Check when the package is supposed to arrive.” I check. It’s out for delivery. Surely it will be there soon I thought. An hour later, 15 phone calls and some praying I realize that I selected “view work week” in Outlook instead of “view week” and sent it to the wrong hotel. Yes, I did that. Classic Alissa.
Striped Shirt: H&M (exact for $20)
Peplum Tank: Target (similar for $11)
Pants: DKNY (very similar)
Shoes: Target (exact and on sale)
Necklaces: C/O Onecklace and Forever 21
Earrings: J. Crew Factory (similar)
Second confession: In an effort to make small talk with my boss at 7:30 am I decided to ask if he went to the Royals game. He leaned back to look at me through my door. “Uh… you mean the game that was in California last night?” Yes, yes. I definitely meant that game but instead I just turned red, he laughed and I realized I can never make small talk about sports in the office again.
Alice Warren
Oh this baseball series has been tough for an Angel fan. We all have bumps along the way with our job and it's only the first month so I am sure your boss was okay with it. Perfect fall layer outfit!
BTW, I host a weekly TBT Fashion link up on hope to see you on Thursday.
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Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
Well you are killing the professional look, love this ensemble.
xo
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Keit
Bah, this is such a tiny teensy mistake, my sis can beat you to it 😀 She worked for an insurance company where shit was quite serious and she kept messing up in the beginning, she even cried at some point 😀 Everyone make stupid mistakes in the beginning ^_^
Adore this lovely necklace and the rad shirt-top combo! So businessy! 😀
Taramixandmatch
I totally love your layering here…and this mishaps happen to everyone 🙂
Maggie
Ahhh it's ok!! We all make our mistakes at work and it sounds like your boss is pretty understanding! I love your tassel necklace! You are looking very stylish and professional!
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Laura B
Oh no! Luckily most people are so understanding about mishaps and at least you are able to laugh at yourself!
Karly @ Miss in the Midwest
Oh, girl – of all the things that could happen, I'm sure that wasn't the worst! Hope your boss was understanding. You are killing it in the business casual department, though – I love how you layered all these pieces together. Classic!
Charnele Michel
Great layered look, love the black and white
Cha Cha The Fashion Genius
Ginny MyNewFavoriteOutfit
Urg, how frustrating. We make mistakes. Cute layered look today!
Alyssa
Um, that bag…yes, please! As for your work snafu, don't sweat it. Everyone makes PLENTY of mistakes at work 🙂
baublestobubbles.com
Luckily you handled it well! I'm so sensitive/emotional, that I would have instantly shed some tears haha. On the bright side, you look amazing in this layered fall outfit!
Merritt
love that necklace!!
The Style Scribe
Rachel Lynne
This outfit is awesome, and how hilarious about trying to create small talk! I have learned to stick to subjects I actually know because I am certain I've done something similar in the past 🙂
willfullyelegant.com
Your office tidbits are going to become my fav thing toc ome here after your outfits!! Heheh..you are such a doll..I am sure your boss also had a chuckle out of your small talk, in a good way!
Love this black and white outfit, especially how you paired the peplum on the blouse..interesting idea!!
LyddieGal
I love the peplum over the button down. It's so clever and perfect and I would never have thought to do it!
Don't worry about your shipping snafu. I once sent a package to Spain, didn't fill out the forms right and it was stuck in customs all summer. ALL SUMMER. I felt like I would never hear the end of it.
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Darcy
I seriously love this look. What perfect layering! Hey, at least your boss has a good sense of humor : ).
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Bree Aylwin
Typical first few week work mistakes that everyone makes! I always feel lkle I am saying the wrong thing too. Love your outfit. Very classy!
Ladies in Navy
bah! love it. work is a nightmare, a blessing, a massive series of wins and fails. love it
ladies in navy
Jasmin daily
Hahaha love this!
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Whitney James
Lol. Don't sweat the package…things happen. Glad your boss has a sense of humor.
Love this outfit by the way. You look great and I'm all about that bag. FABULOUS!
~Whitney
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Jessica
Wait, I need to know…did he get the package?! Trust me when I say, I've done way worse. p/s I love those shoes!!
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kate @ a journey in style
If it makes you feel any better, I've been teaching college freshmen for four years, and I still can't handle myself when my supervisor comes in for surprise evaluations. I feel like a chicken with my head cut off. C'est la vie. I adore your layering here 🙂
Lindsay Truax
Great layering! Love your story!
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Kari
At least you found the jersey! When anything else goes wrong, blame it on your stupid phone:) Hang in there. The important thing is to see the humor in all of this, because mistakes will continue to happen. They seem to be inevitable. Everything will be going along good, and then you do something again that makes you appear ridiculous. I definitely do anyway:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
You look stunning!! Good luck with everything <3
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Ashley Moody
At my old job, I was given a new position and I had to ship some education packets to my boss's hotel so she wouldn't have to travel with them. They had to be overnighted and no one told me what the cut off time was to overnight something. I had just started the new position and I was so stressed out already, I just sat in my chair and cried and cried. It seemed like such a big mistake to me but it wasn't that big of a deal to her lol I'm no longer at that job, but I found the most important thing when making a mistake is to own up to it & learn from it instead of dwelling on it. love the outfit, as usual!
Lauren {Fizz and Frosting}
This outfit is pure perfection. You look gorgeous! And congrats on the new job!
Niki {Glossy Blonde}
Oh no!! Don't worry, we've all been there (I have been numerous times myself)! You look great!
anrusso
Haha we've all had those moments. I've had quite a few major mess ups of my own. We tend to beat ourselves up more over them that our bosses and co-workers do.
Annica
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Liz | Shopping My Closet
I'm sure everyone can relate to messing up but we're all human!
Love your peplum top!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
Julie
Regardless of the embarrassing moments, you're nailing dressing for the office! Can't wait to see more inspiration from you as I start my new job next week.
xo Julie
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love ur striped shirt! so pretty . i love ur hair and u know that——akkk u always look soooo cute! xO!
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Nicole Layne
This is such a cute work outfit! That peplum top looks great on you and I love the layered necklaces. Don't worry, we've all had those moments at work. At least you can laugh about it!
Nicole
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Hope Howland
Oh it's gonna be ok… either way, you look great!
Hope
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Closet Fashionista
Such a fun outfit! And oyyy….well everyone makes mistakes when they start a new job, comes with the territory! 😀
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Ashley
Haha I love that both of these kind of revolve around sports. So hilarious! And mistakes like that have to made during the beginning of your job – that way you can all look back and have a good laugh. Despite the issues, it sounds like you really like your job. I mean, you dress super-well for it!
tastefulstyleblog.com
Eh, at least you're able to laugh about the whole episode!
I love this look–I never would have thought to layer a button down underneath a peplum top. So cute!
Kaity
That sounds EXACTLY like something I would do… and actually have done before, except not in a professional work-related context (hurray?).
Also, I really love this outfit. The combo of the peplum over the striped shirt is very chic.
Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara}
I've made a bunch of stupid mistakes at work as well! Some I wish I could forget, like calling people by the wrong name and other let's-pretend-this-never-happened stuff! Love your layered look, Alissa!!
~Sara
P.S. — I would love for you to be a part of my Books & Looks post if you have the time!! 🙂
Nikki
Oh man, this sounds like something I would do. Especially since my iPhone battery is the worst!! And I love this look. So cute and classic!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Maya McDonald
Hahahaha, this story made my day! Honestly, I am such a spaz at work – and poor Emily has to deal with me, whoops. I would have totally done all of what you did, and then some 🙂 xx
awhite
Heyyyy, these things happen. Remind me to tell you the story about how my boss once forwarded me an email poking fun at someone and I responded, poking fun back, and managed to INCLUDE THE PERSON WE WERE LAUGHING AT IN THE EMAIL. Yes, that happened. Holy panic attack.
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Elle Sees
omg all the hugs! i would have cried. and i am awful at small talk. so now this week will be spectacular!!!
Callie - Coffee and Cardigans
You are seriously a rock star, lady! Sounds like you powered through despite! There are always those awkward moments when starting a new job. Heck… I've been working in my position for about four months and still manage some pretty silly stuff.
Love CompassionateLee
Your effort will lead to your success…glad that you can share your mistakes with us knowing we all face similar circumstances. Happy Tuesday, Alissa 🙂
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Kellyinthecity
You're the cutest. 🙂 At least your boss understood! LOVE this look, Alissa! Too adorable. 🙂
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Priya
I have made severallll silly mistakes since starting my job. It's weird that things seem so brainless AFTER the fact, but while you're doing them, it's confusing. Good thing we all have a learning curve when starting a new job. Also a good thing that you have some awesome work outfits going. I love the peplum tank layered like that. Makes a button-up extra fab!
♥ perfectly Priya
Adri Lately
Oh gosh! I just started a new job and have my fingers and toes crossed hoping I don't do anything too silly. But you look super stylish and professional!
xo Adri
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The Real Arnolds
Holy chic! I love this look on you. I would have never thought to layer a peplum tank over a button up. I love the gold with the black. Workwear Alissa is killing it! You are such a great story teller. Thanks for always making me laugh. Hope you are having a great day!
xo, Amy Ann
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