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I’m starting a new job and need a professional look. How can I update my
wardrobe without spending loads of money?
By Kymber Chessall of Color StylesI’m
starting a new job and need a professional look. How can I update my
wardrobe without spending loads of money?
Planning and forethought are needed to create a great professional look.
Everyday you are being judged by your appearance at work so you want to
create a look that projects confidence and professionalism with just a dash
of your unique, personal style. Your personal style is your trademark and
people will remember you for it. Choose 3-5 words that describe how you want
to be perceived; such as “fun, creative, professional”. This will give you
style direction and create consistency.
Create a basic wardrobe by investing in a few well-made, quality items that
are timeless and immune to changes in fashion. Use neutral shades for your
basic wardrobe and layer on a little colour and jewellery to personalize it.
Learn how to create variety out of a few garments by choosing clothing
styles that have maximum versatility; ones that can move you from day into
evening just by adding different accessories.
Colour makes the initial impact, so choose carefully! Colour can brighten
your eyes, reduce under eye circles and make your skin look radiant. If your
skin tone is warm, your basics should be in cream, ivory and brown with gold
accessories. If your skin tone is cool use black, grey, navy and white with
silver accessories. Experiment by holding these and other colours up to your
face.
Appraise your body proportions and make sure every piece is tailored to fit
your shape allowing some give and movement. Horizontal lines create an
illusion of width while vertical lines create an illusion of height. Try to
balance your body proportions; you want to play up your best features while
playing down those not so great.
Put thought into everything you buy. Do not buy on impulse and don’t spend a
lot of money on trendy items, bright colors and bold prints - they date too
quickly. Narrow down the options that work with your shape, coloring,
personality and lifestyle.
When you change your outward appearance, it provokes an inner
transformation. You will stand taller, talk with more conviction and act
more bold. Fashion is a great tool for getting ahead in business and once
you define your style and learn how to express it with confidence, it will
show through in every aspect of your life.
For more advice of personal styling, contact Kymber Chessall at
info@colorstyles.ca , call
403.398.3701 or visit
www.colorstyles.ca |
