The harsh reality of
today's society is that more often than not our credibility is judged on how we
look. Presenting yourself in such a way that it is clear you look after
yourself and are confident in your skin will help project to others that you
are a capable, confident and knowledgeable person. People love to look at and
talk about others so give them something wonderful to say about you by looking
the part of an expert.
Thankfully creating
a professionally appropriate look is not going to cost you an arm and leg as
many would have you believe. There are a few tricks you can use to keep the
cost low and the style high.
1: Stick to a neutral colour mix
The point here is to
have majority of your clothes in a colour range that can easily mix and match
with other. Neutral colours are better for this as they can be brightened up
with bold coloured accessories, or glammed up with metallic accessories or darkened with muted or sombre toned accessories.
Neutral tones
include browns, black, white, creams, tans, navy, even maroon and olive green.
Depending on what
field you are in, too much bright colour or bold prints can be perceived as
tacky, so it's best to keep them to your accessories to avoid any dramas. For
myself, I go a statement necklace to keep my personality alive in my look but
still keeping my outfit respectful to my workplace environment.
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Emerge Cowl Fitted Dress found via Fashion Lane |
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Heine Dress found via Fashion Lane |
2: Research from the comfort of your own home
Get comfy and do
your research online. There is an abundance of websites that sell great basics
at a fraction of in store prices. There is an even greater range of sites that
have basics with a twist, like a different print, colour, a slightly different cut
or style.
By looking online
you are giving yourself the opportunity to compare pieces and find a cheaper
price in your own time, not restricted by opening hours, and it is much more
comfortable.
Check out Fashion Lane where sales from over 100 stores like Asos, Shopbop and The Iconic are all in the one place.
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Lydia Double Layer Maxi Dress found via Fashion Lane |
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Panelled Bodycon Dress found via Fashion Lane |
3: Know your body shape
This one is the most
important. If you are purchasing clothes that are not the right style for
your body shape you can look frumpy,
"fat", and unattractive. You'll feel much more negative about
yourself in clothes that don't fit or suit your body. It's a bit like square
peg, round hole. Personal Stylists can help determine your body shape and how to dress it to maximise your beautiful body and individual style.
Knowing your body
shape and what cuts and styles suit your shape will help narrow down
appropriate options for you. It will also help you discard anything that won't
suit you, so you won't have clothes (essentially your money) sitting in your
cupboard doing nothing. Your wardrobe will be full of items that will look good
on you, help you feel better about yourself and you will also impress others by
always looking the part.
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Midi Pencil Dress in Rib found via Fashion Lane |
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Praslin Plus Body Con Dress found via Fashion Lane |
What tips do you have to look the part on a budget?
*Sponsored Guest Post by Jac Lambert of JacLambert.com - Thoughts and opinions are her own
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