| Go for classic styles that flatter your body shape. | | | | grays and browns. To add a touch of color you can |
| Opt for quality ones and do not really bother about | | | | perhaps wear a pastel colored shirt underneath your |
| the price as it is a one time investment. Choose a | | | | blazer. |
| great coat or blazer that goes with either skirts or | | | | • Consider what role your feet plays in your |
| pants. Choose materials that reflect the season. For | | | | work. If you're job involves walking and standing such |
| instance, wear light linen fabrics during summer and | | | | as giving presentations, assure that your shoes won't |
| perhaps heavy tweeds for winter. | | | | fail you. If you prefer heels opt for wider, thicker |
| • Button down collared tops with a nice feminine | | | | heels such as wedges which provide your feet with |
| cut makes a great style statement. Tops and blouses | | | | more support. Also, keep your shoes in a good state |
| with long, short or cap sleeves can be mixed and | | | | as worn out heels will ruin the look of your attire. |
| matched with several bottoms. Stock up on lots of | | | | • Keep your accessories to the minimum. A pair |
| camisoles and tank tops to be layered under jackets, | | | | of earrings, a simple pendant or broach and a classic |
| coats, sweaters or button downs. Make sure your | | | | watch can keep your look polished and professional. |
| blouses are not too low cut or tight. | | | | If there are belt loops , make sure you wear a good |
| • Slacks come in variety of cuts from relaxed to | | | | quality leather belt. Never wear flashy or colorful belts |
| wide leg styles. Make sure you try them on first to | | | | with your business attire. If you love wearing your |
| assure they fit properly. A pant that fits when | | | | hair long, consider wearing a classic ponytail or the |
| standing barefoot will look very different when worn | | | | front part pulled up and off your face. |
| with a pair of heels. Hence it's advisable to try your | | | | • In a business or corporate setting, it's |
| pants when you buy them, with the footwear you | | | | recommended that you match your handbag, belt |
| intend to wear. | | | | and shoes. If your carrying a black handbag, match it |
| • Pinstriped suit in a corporate setting is very | | | | with black shoes as its not the time to go creative |
| classic. Choose conservative colors such as blacks, | | | | with accessories and colors. |