Junior Copywriter Peggy Olson

It’s time for my next installment in the series, kiddies … we’re looking at the styles of Mad Men ahead of the August 16 premiere of season 3.


This time, I wanted to take a look at Peggy Olson, who is a Junior Copywriter at Sterling Cooper.

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Peggy defies all of the conventions of the time period by getting ahead in the male-dominated world of advertising. You can learn all about Peggy’s character from Wikipedia by clicking here.

And since Peggy is all about trying to shine in a man’s world, there is usually a definite Katherine Hepburn feel to her clothes — she’s all business with a hint of femininity.

I love this silk geo-print bow blouse from Banana Republic– very librarian chic.

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This maya skirt from Lulu’s would be a perfect counterpart to her other pieces, which usually feel more masculine.

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I love the details on this shirt jacket from Express. The tie waist, the pockets, and the black piping take it from bland to gorgeous.

(Image courtesy of Express)


And I don’t know that I’ve ever seen Peggy carrying a handbag, but if she did, I bet it would be a very classic style like this one from Ann Taylor. A little pricey for me but an investment piece for sure.

(Image courtesy of Ann Taylor)


I think Peggy would also pick classic styles when it comes to shoes as well, so these suede pumps by Sam Edelman would probably be right up her alley.

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