The Golden Rules You Should Know About Office Dressing
When it comes to dressing for work, the set of dos and don'ts can be daunting. But when you're at least aware of them, you're likely to subconsciously follow them. Our 10 golden rules of dressing for the office will ensure that you're prepared for whatever the day may bring, you impress your boss, and you feel confident, all of which will help your career. (Because who wants to think about their outfits all the time when they're gunning for a promotion?) To help you to achieve all of this, we highlighted 10 things that will seamlessly help you to navigate what not to wear to work and found a few very stylish women who know how it's done. Nine-to-fivers, this one's for you!
Keep scrolling to get to know the commandments and shop the pieces that are in keeping with these all-important tips.
While it can be tempting to wear nothing but neutrals every day, you'll experience a boost of energy when you add some color into your office attire, and your co-workers' compliments will prove that others have taken note.
Take our advice: Avoid costly trips to the dry cleaner and invest in a steamer already.
Consider it a sure sign that your outfit is too revealing.
Always be prepared for an impromptu trek across town if an unexpected meeting comes up.
If you have to question it, it's too short for work. Trust us.
If you're able to wear jeans to the office, make sure they're free of fading and distress. Opt for a crisp, dark pair instead.
If you want to incorporate casual pieces, a polished blazer, crisp pair of trousers, or block-heel shoes will do wonders for a T-shirt, for example.
Having a go-to look in the event that an unexpected meeting with your boss pops on the calendar or big presentation is scheduled last-minute will do wonders for your anxiety levels.
Without the stressful time constraints of weekday mornings, you'll likely choose more appropriate, stylish office attire. And sleeping an extra 15 minutes in the morning is kind of a big deal.
Always follow your boss's lead. This is perhaps the biggest indicator of whether or not your outfit is appropriate for the workplace.
Shop pieces in keeping with these 10 golden rules:
Available in sizes 23 to 32.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has recently been updated.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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