Are you aiming for a promotion, leading an important meeting or presenting a ground-breaking idea? It all boils down to your confidence if you want to be taken seriously. This is achievable by dressing for success. Having a power look that turns heads would open doors you want to be opened.
Here are a few tips to dress for success without going overboard:
1. Wear your favourite outfit
You should always dress to impress at your job. When you like the way you look, you will feel great about yourself and your confidence will radiate, becoming noticeable to your boss and co-workers. Wear an outfit that feels familiar and boosts your mood instantly. That could mean stepping into a tailored power suit, donning your favourite dress, wearing your favourite killer heels or grabbing your go-to handbag.
2. Wear fitting clothes
Your clothes should fit well and give you room to move around comfortably. When you have a lot on your plate—both in your mind and on your desk—you want to avoid uncomfortable clothing adding to your stress levels.
3. Add accessories
Go for simple, classic pieces like a gold watch, kitten heels or a black leather handbag. If you look good, you will feel good, and that will be reflected in the way you carry and present yourself in a sticky situation. If you can handle these opportunities with poise and positivity, chances are that your peers will grant you the respect and authority you deserve. Stand up tall and wear your powerful look with pride.
4. Do nice hairstyles
You don’t want to be dressed gorgeously and your hair is a mess or unfitting. To crown your dressing for success, do hairstyles that accentuate your facial features and add to your beauty.
5. Invest in quality shoes
If you are comfortable with high heels, then go for them. If you prefer kitten heels or flats, make sure they add to your style. Shoes are like te ‘icing on the cake’. You don’t want to be that lady who from head downwards was looking ‘peng’ until it got to her feet then they were big turn-offs. Wear shoes that elevate your looks.