New Delhi: Go for well-fitting clothes and avoid inappropriate apparel and accessories to make an impression in the office with your style, says an expert.
Meha Bhargava, CEO, Styl.Inc lists some tips to dress smart for the office. Image Consulting can help you create the right impressions at the office.
* When it comes to office dressing, keep it simple and sober, but at the same time trendy and comfy. Pencil skirts and A-line skirts are the most appropriate apparel options. If choosing a formal shirt, pair it with blazers (cardigans for the colder months), but buttons should not gape open when worn. Jeans are sometimes appropriate specially when it is weekend or on weekdays, pick pants in black, navy, or camel colors.
Avoid wearing colorful, patterned, loud prints, neon color attires. Work dresses should not be too tight, too short, or overly revealing in general.
* It is better to wear no jewelry at all than to wear too much jewelry. Keep earrings small and simple. Necklaces should not dangle, single-strand necklace would be right. Jewelry should not be noisy. Pearls can do wonders.
* A medium-sized leather bag is a necessity in the workplace. It’s best to buy a handbag and clutch bags in a neutral color, like black, or brown that does not show stains easily. A purse should be small, coordinate with your shoe color yet easy to open and carry.
* Both flats and heels are appropriate for the workday, but a closed-toed pair of leather black pumps or ballet flats is essential to a professional woman’s wardrobe. Up to three inches is good to go for both comfort and maintaining professionalism.
* Nails should be clean and trimmed or sculpted. Say no to unusual or shocking nail colors. Nail art and nail jewels are not acceptable in any workplace.
