Occasionally  the universe aligns itself perfectly enough that going out midweek is a real option. Unfortunately due to rules of balance and entropy any fun you have the night before is balanced out by a hangover of equally sucky proportions. 

Post party the only things you can focus on are the facts that the world is spinning fast and you've got a vicious case of cotton mouth. However, you should be focusing on getting your butt to class. 

The last thing anyone cares about when they're nursing a hangover is how they look, but the sad truth of the world is that people tend to put a lot of stock in appearance. As much as it sucks, the better you look, the more people are willing to trust you. 

Skip the stress, start hydrating and slip into one of these easy and chic outfits that show people you can work as hard as you play. They're organized from least to most difficult so you have options to suit your level of distress. 

1. Slinky Romper + Military Style Jacket + Slip On Sneakers
   

   

   This outfit lets people know you're a bit of a wreck — but a fun, sexy wreck with great taste. Aim for a romper without any complicated strappy bits or cutouts. There's no need to complicate things. Think simple sheer fabrics and soft romantic patterns that will gently float over your skin and any booze induced bloating. Top with a strong but casual jacket to ground the look and bring it home.
   wear if: everything is repulsive especially the idea of seeing other people.
   
   
2. High Waisted Maxi Skirt + Fitted and Structured Crop Top + Statement Necklace
   

   

   The lynch pin in this breezy boho look is the necklace. Whether you go big and colorful or trim and avant-garde, pick a piece that will distract people from your inability to form words beyond "ugh" and "over it" 
   wear if: the thought of squeezing into pants makes you want to vomit more than the smell of your roommate's breakfast.
   
   
3. Sleek Leggings + Slim Profile Sweatshirt + Snap Back Workout leggings are sweatpants' skinnier and better looking cousin. If you can wrestle yourself into a pair of these you'll be set for the day. They're comfortable and don't restrict movement and they make your butt look ah-MAH-zing. Pair with a comfy cool sweatshirt and some fresh kicks to bring this sporty urban look home.
   wear if: your hair is vile from the night before and you can't bring yourself to shower. Your greasy tendrils will tuck up and out of sight. 
4. Crisp Shift + Cardigan + Skinny Belt 
   

   

   Take a leaf from several iconic first ladies and slip into a clean, neutral shift dress. Few silhouettes look as mature and responsible like the shift without also making you look fat and old. The cardigan will help when you get an uncontrollable shiver attack and the skinny belt will add a pop of color and personality because, you know, you're hungover, not boring.
   Wear if: you're mindset is full on "fake it 'til you make it" and you don't have any mysterious bruises covering your shins
   
5. Blazer + Dark Skinny Jeans + Smoking Loafers
   
   The keystone to this outfit is the blazer because it connotes power, prestige and good life choices. It's a total power move to look board room dressed down when everyone else is slumming it in yoga pants and ill-fitting shack shirts.
   Wear if: you've only just managed to throw your hair in a sloppy top knot and you're rocking no make up.