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Monday, July 16, 2007

Dressing For Success (woman)

I could sit here and write a huge bit of information like i did for men. But unfortuanatly i can not speak from experiance. I AM NOT A WOMAN. But what i can do is tell you ladies the do's and dont's of successful outfits for the workplace.

Do's

  • Always look professional
  • Dress to fit your audience, the company you represent, yourself
  • Strive for a flattering silhouette and a tailored look in choosing your clothing
  • Dress for a look and also for your comfort and confidence
  • Know what colors work for you in your environment. DON'T wear colors you see a lot in your office, or school.
  • Wear heels (up to 1 1/2 to 2 inches) that you find comfortable and easy to walk on. Limping because the shoes you wear is not attractive
  • Do wear one or two pieces of appropriate jewelry (larger pieces if you are presenting)
  • Hair that looks styled (not haphazard)
  • Wear hose that are skin color or darker
  • Carry an extra pair of hose (in case of runs)
  • Wear conservative business make-up, stressing eyes and mouth. (If you're making a presentation, make-up should be more pronounced.)
  • Check for lipstick on teeth
  • Simple manicure (no jewels on nails or exotic colors)
  • Mild fragrance


Dont's

  • Wear outfits that look haphazardly thrown together
  • Busy prints or plaids
  • Belt if you are heavy in the waist or short
  • Open-toed shoes
  • Heels so high that you are unsteady
  • Clothing that is overly revealing or overly dowdy
  • Too short or too tight a skirt
  • Wear hose that are white or colorful
  • Let hair block eyes, fall in face
  • Clothing, accessories, or hairstyles that requires continual adjustment
  • Loose watch strap, bangle bracelets, long earrings
  • Wear jewelry that is large or gaudy or on the face like eyebrow or lip.
  • Take off your shoes (It's flirtatious)
  • Over-accessorize
  • Bright blue eye shadow or bright anything on your eyes
  • Distract listener with physical habits (twirling hair, playing with jewelry, etc.)
  • Excessive perfume or perfumed hair products (no smell at even a short distance or lingering after you've left the elevator)
again if you have any questions leave me an email or leave a comment. emails are more personal.

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