Every girl-on-the-go is pinched for time at some point or another, and every now and then, she may lack the inspiration to make a quick turnaround from the daytime look to one she can wear out on the town. Well have no fear busy beauties, Joonbug is here! We have come up with 5 great tips that can help you to create the perfect day-to-night look without having to stop at home or pack a duffle on your way to work.

Tip 1: Let’s start with shoes- Slip into a pair of your fave heels! 

There is no better way to turn a day look into nighttime style than by ditching the flats and pumping it up (literally!) For those who don’t want to endure the “torture” of the 5-inch stiletto, we have the perfect solution to the misconception that beauty=pain. Check out the Cole Haan collection by Maria Sharpova. With concealed NIKE AIR technology leather, lined leather mid-sole, and stacked heel rubber sole, these babies add comfort to style (also available at Macy’s and Nordstrom). Once that’s taken care of, throw on a pair of your favorite skinny jeans and you’re good to go. We know, not all are fans of the skinny jeans, and if this speaks to you, try a trendy wedge sandal with your simple skirt or dress. It is the perfect variation of high-heels that is comfortable and sure to add flair to your look. 

Tip 2: Accessorize

 

 

 

An easy way to dress up any outfit is by adding a few pieces of your favorite jewelry. Add a cuff bracelet or bold earrings to your ensemble and you will immediately see more dimension in your look. Christy Turlington shows how to add pizzazz to a basic tank by layering dramatic chain necklaces. This is a great way to carry your look into the evening effortlessly. Pick two of your favorite statement pieces, and another subtler accessory, to create a sophisticated and clean look.

 

 

Tip 3: Makeup

Moving from more natural hues to a dark, smoky eye adds drama, and is actually really easy to pull off through a few simple steps:

(1) Frame your eyes with a dark liner

(2) Go two shades darker with shadow in the crease of your eye

(3) Trace under your brow with a highlighter

And viola! If you don’t like the smoky eye, then accentuate with a bold lip. Put on a bright red, or rich coral to show off a playful pout. 

Tip 4: Hair

A sleek ponytail or chignon always creates a polished evening look and it’s an easy fix after a long day of windswept hair. In this photo, Kate Boswoth illustrates how to pull off the chignon.

(1) Start with a dramatic side part

(2) Pull your hair back into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck

(3) Then, grab a few bobby pins to pin it into a loose chignon

This works well for those with shorter hair too. Just use a few hidden bobby pins to secure the   loose strands, and step out with a   gorgeous do!

Tip 5: Add layers

The newest spring trends are bringing in a bevy of bright color pallets. Sharp blazers add that downtown chic to a cool pair of denim jeans, a sheath dress or a simple skirt. You can’t go wrong with a tailored, black blazer like the on Kate Moss, over a cream silk cami. And if blazers aren’t your thing, simply layer with basic colors like white or cream. If done right, these minimalist hues can create a casual by day look, to an elegant evening ensemble.

So at the end of the day, remember, a few little tricks can go a long way!