Dolly Parton definitely wakes up in the morning and pours herself a cup of ambition. Those were the words she sang for the 1980 film and accompanying song 9 to 5, a story that centers on a trio of female secretaries plotting revenge on their chauvinist boss. In real life, Parton is one of the most iconic and successful businesswomen in pop culture history—a singer and performer foremost, but also a fierce philanthropist and the owner of production phenom Dixie Pixie Productions. The woman even has her own amusement park! Suffice it to say, Parton may not have a desk job, but she sure does know what it means to exhibit the power and persistence that define executive realness. On top of that, she’s got boss-lady fashion cred, too. While her rhinestone bell-bottoms and sequined fringe minidresses might not fly at most corporate institutions, we could all learn a thing or two from Parton’s feminist-leaning sartorial gumption.
Take a quick scroll through her Instagram feed and you’ll find all the motivation you need. Parton frequently posts images with inspirational quotes and portraits of her in some of her coolest, most daring, and diva-ish attire. You don’t always have to be so blasé about your nine-to-five uniform (in fact, you don’t need a uniform at all). Getting dressed for work should be a confidence booster, whether you choose a slouchy navy blue suit or a pair of jeans and a printed top with heels. In Parton’s words, pour that cup of ambition and drink it on your way to the office, executive realness in tow.
Below, some corporate style wisdom to take from Parton’s Instagram.
There’s nothing wrong with trading your pin-striped suit for head-to-toe denim once in a while.
Be comfortable and look confident. Lassoing your chauvinist boss in a pencil skirt and silk blouse is a lot easier than it looks.
Have a case of the Mondays? Make a grand entrance into the boardroom to lift your spirit and enliven your coworkers.
If you like to wear embroidered Bo Peep corsets on the weekend, why not just do you for a team meeting at the office? Maybe paired with a blazer on top.
Be sure to perfect the “get the hell out of my office” look, while wearing a chic cardigan.
Menswear-inspired suiting doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your femininity—or flounce.
Sometimes, all you need to be a boss lady is a big hat, a great suit and tie, and a killer wink.
Source: The Vogue
