NO you don’t have to wear the ordinary (or rather, boring) navy blue suit to every job interview advertising for a “Professional” candidate in the classifieds. Times have changed and so has office fashion. You can still show off your style while looking clean, polished and presentable in the workforce. Maintaining a personality with your clothes just may land you that dream job! The key to styling your career wardrobe is all in moderation. Keep these tips in mind while picking out your 9-5 attire…you work hard for a living, time to dress for even BIGGER success.
DO a black two-piece. Dump the navy suit.A black pencil skirt looks great paired with a trendy blouse with or without a short jacket. It’s best to pick out individual pieces that can work together or separate. Black easily morphs from day to night so you can hit happy hour in style.
DO wear color.
The office doesn’t have to be sterile without any color. Pair a brightly colored blouse with your outfit or sport a silk scarf. Even red heels can make your suit pop and be the conversation piece at the water fountain.
DO the Dress
The fall trapeze and menswear-inspired dresses are tailored to look perfect in the office.
DO TGIF
Thank god its flats…flat shoes, that is. 3 inch heels are not necessary in the office all day. If you keep a basic ballet flat at your desk, you can slip into them throughout the day while maintaining your professional appearance.
DON’T fall victim to Office Fashion Faux Pas.
I can’t stress enough – DON’T ever be caught in pantyhose and sneakers. NEVER wear jeans, t-shirts, or sloppy clothing. DON’T wear bangles or distractible jewelry and NEVER risk your job with an overly sexy outfit – that may lead you to the unemployment line…
Jennifer Petrini is a freelance writer & fashion show producer from Pittsburgh, PA. She loves to be fabulous, drink pink cocktails, shop for vintage finds, and travel to the hottest spot in the world!
