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This “Tip” and dozens of others come from Larry Litwin’s The ABCs of Strategic Communication (available on www dot larry litwin dot com).
TIPS FOR MEN
- If you are looking for a classic suit:
Gray, blue or black suit with a white dress shirt.
- Do not experiment with the color of the shirt; you can add color
through the tie.
- Ties can have a simple pattern with basic colors like blue, gold or
red.
- Do not wear pastels or try the monochromatic shirt and tie
look if you’re meeting someone, like a hiring
manager or a client, for the first time.
- Stay away from tan-colored suits or bold pin stripes.
TIPS FOR WOMEN
Women have more options when dressing for work than men. Pay
attention to four key items: fit, accessories, color and style.
- Fit – Do your clothes fit properly? It doesn’t matter how expensive
an item is – if it is too tight or too big, it isn’t going to look good
on you.
- Accessories – Are your accessories too big, too bold or too bright?
Your accessories should be good-quality items that add to your
outfit without overpowering it.
- Color – Are you wearing clothing that is noticed because of its
color? Darker colors convey more authority than lighter ones.
Bright colors can “shout,’ and you should decide whether you want
to shout or not.
- Style – Are your clothes very stylish or part of the latest fashion
trend? If so, they will be noticed.This may be appropriate for your
social life but less so for work.
Credit: Neil Rosenthal – Owner – Executive Clothiers and Barbara Pachter – Pachter & Associates – Cherry Hill, N.J
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