Career Clothing
Do I button my jacket or leave it open for a job interview?
A jacket is very important for a job interview if you want to convey a professional appearance. An open jacket looks a little more casual than a buttoned up jacket. If you want to look more formal or professional wear your jacket buttoned up. Read More: Time to Dress for A Job Interview Time to…
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Are wrap dresses appropriate for the office?
Wrap dresses are very flattering and V necklines look great on everyone. Wrap dresses are appropriate in office settings if the cleavage is not too revealing. Wearing a tank top or camisole underneath a wrap dress will give you a more professional look. Tip: wear with heels. Read More: Dressing for Evening Business Events Evening…
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Are smaller scarves tied around the neck still stylish? I would like to wear with a blouse or cardigan for the office.
Scarves add style to any outfit no matter what size or shape they are. Smaller scarves tied around the neck with blouses or cardigans are very chic for office attire. A small colorful scarf around the neck can amp up classic style office attire and convey energy and youthfulness. Another plus of a small scarf…
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Is it OK to wear pearl colored hose with a red & off white business suit? Or is it better to skip the hose?
Regarding choosing pearl colored hose to wear with a red and off white suit, it is best to try your different options with your outfit to see what color looks most flattering. Try ultra sheer neutral, light pearl and sheer black color hosiery with black pump style shoes. Ultra sheer neutral or light pearl stockings /…
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Can you wear leather pants to the office?
If you are a professional (or want to be considered one) in a traditional office setting it is better not to wear leather pants to the office. It can be risky business even in a non-traditional office environment. If you are in a very creative position and feel you can get away with wearing them…
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How can I come up with a more professional look? I am a 50 year old woman, 5’3″, 120 lbs with a curvy build. I own my own business, a deck supply company. I am a salesperson so I spend sometime with potential customers & half time on my contractor’s jobsites which can involve climbing ladders, delivering or carrying material, etc. I wear boys cargo shorts (because of the pockets) & polo shirts all summer. It still has to be industry related…no heels or skirts!
Long cargo pants look more professional than shorts. If you need pockets you need cargo pants. Cotton breathes so light weight cotton pants are comfortable in warm weather. You can wear a scoop or “V” neck cotton top with some trim around the neck instead of a polo shirt. Another option is scoop or “V”…
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What shoes & jewelry can I wear to a corporate retreat dinner? The dress is pictured.
A corporate retreat is a perfect opportunity to network with business associates. The dress you have chosen is lovely with clean simple lines. Too short for a business event unless you wear black opaque stockings with simple closed toe black pumps. (Closed toe pumps are more professional than peep toe style shoes.) You want attention…
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Is it appropriate to wear a knee length or floor length dress to a formal, black tie business awards function? The dress is a white, tailored, knee length & has spaghetti straps. I am 30 years old.
Business clothes for formal events are a challenge for many women. One wants to look good and professional at the same time. If you are serious about climbing the corporate ladder or accompanying someone who is, a formal business event calls for covered up clothing. You are being judged whether it is a regular business…
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How do I dress age appropriately? I am turning 30. I have a very professional job. At work I dress like a 50 yr old and at home I dress like a 20 yr old. I don’t know how to dress professionally without looking old or hip without looking to young. Please help!
It is important to dress age appropriately if you want to project a professional image. You want to be taken seriously and be perceived as having good judgement and good taste to get ahead. A young person does not have to dress like a 50-year-old to look professional. Good quality tailored suits, two piece outfits,…
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What should I wear to a business dinner at a nice restaurant with my husband? He is taking his upper level employees out to dinner. He thinks I should wear khaki pants. I would like to look classier than that.
A lot depends on what type of business dinner it is and what type of restaurant you will be eating at. You can always look nice wearing a pair of solid color pants and a classic shirt with a jacket or a sweater set and heels. Sounds like the event is casual since your husband…
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