Posts Tagged ‘business attire’
What can I wear for a daytime speaker event?
What can I wear for a daytime speaker event? I’m 66 years old woman, 5 ft, 5 in, weight with a few extra lbs..size 12. I don’t want to over dress but would like a finished look. Attendees will be a mixed group (ages, sexes, lifestyles, etc) Congratulations for being asked to present at a…
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Are fashions exposing skin appropriate for the workplace?
Exposing skin in the workplace is inappropriate. The workplace is for working not to distract your peers or others at the office or make a fashion statement. Cut out clothing styles are trendy this season but trendy does not work for an office environment. You may get away with trendy styles in the fashion or…
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Dressing for Evening Business Events
Evening business events after work are usually a little more dressy than daytime office attire. Dress on the conservative side (forget sparkly and shiny) since you will be judged by others. Your presentation might mean getting or not getting a promotion. You want to look poised and that you have good judgement.
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Wear it Like a Boss
Wear it Like a Boss. For the 9 to 5ers the blazer is an automatic go to if you are looking to convey a look that gives the appearance that you command the room. The blazer has become a more transitional piece these days. We wear them from the office to happy hour to the…
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Can I wear a strapless dress to a business function?
A strapless dress is not appropriate for business functions. Business means business! Dressing for any business event calls for a more covered up look. You are always being evaluated by the “boss” and your office peers. It is better to impress with your expertise than your fashion and style knowledge. One exception might be if…
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What is toe cleavage?
What is toe cleavage? Toe cleavage means exposing some of your toes when wearing shoes. A low-cut vamp or shoe style can reveal toe cleavage. Is it trashy or trendy? Supposedly toe cleavage is “in style” if you look at what celebs are wearing. Too much toe cleavage is thought of as trashy by some. …
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Heel Heights and Hemlines for Business
I can’t remember when there have been so many choices in shoe styles and hem lengths. It seems like anything goes! But not for business attire!
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Are ankle shoes office appropriate?
Ankle shoes are office appropriate in some work environments. They definitely look fine in the fashion world and creative type offices /companies. If they are worn with pants or classic clothing (in good taste) they can work in some more formal offices. In good taste means clothing that is not too short, too tight, too low-cut…
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Are shorts in the office appropriate?
In a corporate work environment shorts are not appropriate. However if you work in advertising, public relations, media or the tech industry they can be appropriate. The right jacket with tailored shorts in the right length (longer) or a shorts suit in a print or solid color (matching shorts and jacket) are very chic in…
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How to Dress for a Successful Job Interview
The job market at the moment is VERY competitive. I know…I am one of the competitors! Much of what goes into looking for a job is important. Your resume has to look good to get you in the door. Most people are so excited when an interview comes around that often what to wear to the job interview becomes more of an issue than it used to be. Believe it or not what you wear is a bigger part of a great first impression than you imagine. Good first impressions are so important!!
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