Take a minimalist approach. Different industries bring on different wardrobe guidelines. As a fashion industry, one has more freedom with wardrobe choices as those professionals are based off of their creative sides. Marketing or psychology professional however should be keeping jewelry and accessories to a minimum. An overabundance of jewelry can create a distraction from everyday duties. Though it is fun to love fashion, make sure colleagues know you are there to do your job, not to make a fashion statement. Unless of course you are going to meet Anna Wintour or Kelly Cutrone.
Always be self conscious of your hemlines. No matter what trend reports bring to the season for hemlines, knee length and nothing hire is office appropriate. If you look in the mirror asking yourself, or your friend "is this too short" it most likely is. If an outfit seems to be pushing the envelope, immediately discard it and save for another occasion. The best thing that has happened in the fashion world for professional attire sense is the midi length. Truth is, this length is always safe (and cute).
Closed toe and 3 inches. Always remember nobody in your office wants to see your new pedicure toes, or your in-need-of a pedicure toes. Regardless of the temperature, open toes are not office-ok. The height of your heel is equally as important as the length of the skirt. If you are going to be wearing heels instead of your Tory Burch flats remember 3 inches or shorter. Don't make your workday any harder than the workload you are given by aching your feet.
To sum all of this up, if you question what you are wearing than change. Your instinct is always right. Be classy and fashionable. Nobody wants to see mid thigh while working on a proposal.
A Guide to Dressing Professionally
By: Kayla Crugnale
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