Picture this: you’re in bed all cozied up in your blankets when your alarm goes off, startling you out of an awesome dream. You roll over to hit the snooze button on your phone only to realize with horror that you’ve slept in way too late. Don’t worry, we hate when that happens too.

But what if you have an important presentation that day and you only have fifteen minutes to get ready? While you want to look polished and put together, you feel like you simply don’t have enough time. Well, spoiler alert, you do. These looks will have you maintaining a stylish and refined look while running out the door in no time.

Outfit One: High-Class Comfort

Topshop Stab Stitch Shirt ● J. Crew Pixie Pant ● Kalaki Riot Lani Statement Necklace in Sterling Silver

When you’re rushing to get out of the house, it’s tempting to just throw on anything you can find and call it a day. But here’s a tip: you can make any relaxed outfit pop with a statement necklace. Grab a wardrobe staple, like a plain white button-up, and put on a pair of comfy, yet classy stretch pants. You’ll feel like you’re still in your PJs, but you’ll look like you own the place. The large diamond pendant and chic curb link chain of our sterling silver Lani Statement Necklace will draw attention to your accessories and have people thinking you took your sweet time getting ready. With a subtle design inspired by Hawaiian freshwater keshi pearls, this necklace will have you feeling composed and confident all day long.

Outfit Two: Subtle Sophistication

Madewell Concept Dress in Shale Grey ● Trella Bolo Tie Necklace ● Trella Double Band Ring

Okay, secret’s out… while dresses may make you look the most “dressed up,” they’re actually the sole component of the most effortless outfit imaginable. When you’re running late, you can slip on a dress, pull on some tights, and run out the door. By pairing a simple dress with striking pieces like our matching Trella Bolo Tie Necklace and Trella Double Band Ring, you’re sure to get compliments on your look in every meeting. Keep the focus on your sterling silver pieces and eye-catching golden details by finishing the outfit with a pair of simple black pumps.

Outfit Three: All Dressed Up & Everywhere to Go

Topshop Casual Draped Blouse ● Painted Threads Pleated A-Line Skirt in Burgundy ● Briza Ring in Hematite ● Landry Cuff Bracelet in Hematite

A slight step up from the dress mentioned in outfit two, this blouse and skirt pairing is still a pretty straightforward outfit for busy mornings. By wearing a white or cream-colored top, all the attention will be drawn to your hands and the bling you’ve got on. To create an aura of sleek sophistication, deck yourself out with our Briza Ring and Landry Cuff Bracelet plated black rhodium. The smooth, lustrous hematite color will have you looking ready to conquer meetings. Finally, include a pop of color to offset the neutral shades of the top and the jewelry.

So the next time you feel your stomach drop when you look at your alarm clock in the morning, relax- you may have more time than you think. These looks will have you out the door looking classy and composed in no time. And if you think you’ve worn a certain outfit one too many times, switch it up with more game-changing jewelry. Here’s to a few more minutes of sweet dreams!

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Kiera McGee

Travel enthusiast and lover of the written word, Kiera McGee is a rockstar member of the Kalaki Riot team. She is currently attending Bucknell University pursuing a B.A.S. in Political Science and Literary Studies. When she's not in the library or at work, you can typically find her brainstorming article topics for the other two publications she edits and writes for, "The Bucknellian" and "Her Campus." Follow @kieraarielle and @kalakiriot on Instagram.

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