Fashion Fixes To Keep At Your Desk

We spend the majority of our week at the office, but we keep all of our fashion essentials and crisis-solvers at home. That just doesn't make any sense, because rips, tears, stains, and last-minute plans happen — every day. On the flip side, we can't exactly wheel a clothing rack and Ikea organizer into our cubicles, either. But being the relentless problem-solvers that we are, we've found a way to keep you sartorially prepared for any emergency at work, without using up more space than, like, a desk drawer. Follow our recipe for preparedness, and you'll never have to rush home to change in the middle of a workday (or pre-happy hour), ever again. Relax and return to your productive day, knowing that even if fashion catastrophe ensues, you'll still totally be able to work it. 



Broken Heels & Tired Feet 

Shoe malfunctions can happen, and achy feet will happen, so make sure your fashion emergency kit is stocked with a comfy pair of flats (that you can be seen in public wearing), and cozy socks.

Falke Sensual Soft Touch Socks, $13.14 (originally $19.70), available at ASOS. Charles Philip Shanghai Shelia Loafer, $155, 

 

 Stains

It isn't always feasible to have a freshly laundered shirt in your office (though kudos to you if you do), so keep club soda and a stain-fighter at the ready. If the stain is stubborn, you can always strategically add a scarf to your outfit. 

Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover pens, $8.99 for three, available  WitcheryVintage Lace Scarf, $62.16, 

 

Emergency Styling 

Any number of embarrassing things can happen at the office, including a jacket full of animal hair, a ripped stocking, or a popped button. Keep some basic equipment in your desk and you'll be able to save face — fast!

3M Lint Roller, $4.09, available at Amazon.Modcloth Tights for Every Occasion in Black, $14.99, 

  A Freezing Workspace 

Why are workspaces so cold? Oddly, you'll need these at your desk more in the summertime than in winter, but a cozy wrap cardigan is a quick, chic way to fight off the chill. 

Nicole Miller Enzyme Washed Cardi Kimono, $320, Tsumori Chisato Cocoon Cardigan, $307, 

We sincerely hope you'll use this fashion fix as soon as possible. When last minute post-work plans pop up, you don't want to be the one girl who has to take the El all the way home and back before she's party-ready. Keep a spare pair of black heels, a neutral lip gloss, perfume, and a do-it-all beauty kit in your drawer. You'll be all set. 

3Floz.com Backpack Survival Kit, $34.50, available at 3Floz.com. Topshop Gabbi Metal Toecap Points, $100, available at Topshop. Michael Kors Very Hollywood Gloss/Rollerball, $18,



Where To Stash Your Stuff 

To your coworkers, just another file box. To you? A lifesaver. 

West Elm Workwear Canvas Large Bin, $39,