I used to dress bohemian-artsy in my 20's-'30's then transitioned over to suits and structured dresses with belts (& shoulder pads when the style was in) plus medium height pumps. Dressier wear was more classic/tailored look with tendency to solid colours.

At this time when I have been required to observe a dress code, my taste tends to be classic/tailored with solid colours. It's not particularily arresting/dynamic style. Shoes tend to be a low heel with support. I actually don't like alot of the prints for myself that are in style right now..since I am very leery of buying something that will go out of fashion in 12 months. My selection was always long-term, to make a garment last several years.

Since I have been cycling to work for awhile, it's just more practical for me to carry on the bike, fitted-style clothing that holds up to wrinkling,etc. So long wide, artsy skirts just aren't practical for me to lug around in bike pannier. (It's more weight on the bike when going up a hill!) They would wrinkle more anyway. So a more fitted skirt (A-line), that hits a few inches above my knees.

Absolutely cannot wear cheap rubber beach thongs for a walk outside of home. It kills my feet since they need some sort of support.