The way that you dress should be a reflection of your personality; it should help you to ooze confidence; and most of all, it should make you feel ready to embrace whatever the day throws at you. But when it comes to dressing for work, it should also be 'appropriate' - which can be a bit of a minefield when every company has its own culture, vibe and take on dress codes.

1. Your guide to:
Dressing for success
The way that you dress should be a reflection of your personality; it should help
you to ooze confidence; and most of all, it should make you feel ready to embrace
whatever the day throws at you. But when it comes to dressing for work, it should also
be ‘appropriate’ - which can be a bit of a minefield when every company has its own
culture, vibe and take on dress codes.
Dressing for work used to be easy-peasy; you simply donned a professional looking
suit and were ready to go. These days, the sheer volume of choice on the high street,
along with the (mostly) welcome introduction of dress down days and casual Fridays,
means that the work ‘uniform’ is largely a thing of the past.
For some, that’s a big sigh of relief on the fashion front; but for others, it’s panic
stations all round. We understand that only too well; so to save you the stress of
styling dilemmas, we’ve taken everything we know about our diverse client base,
and put together some of our top tips for dressing for success.
10
top tips for 1. Invest in classics 2. Bright is best
building your If you don’t want to be constantly Choose items that you can mix and
image: shelling out for a brand new work match; that way, you can build lots of
wardrobe, it’s a great idea to invest different outfits from the same pieces.
in some classic, good quality, staple Neutral colours are best (you can mix
pieces that’ll last you for years; such them up with colourful accessories),
as smart shirts and blouses, fitted but if you have a colour that works
knee-length dresses and well tailored for you, knock yourself out.
trousers.
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2. 3. The right fit 4. Clean and tidy 5. Be comfortable
There’s nothing worse than badly fitting We have every faith that you know this If you’re a woman, heels can give you
clothes - whether they’re too loose or already (our candidates are a clean masses of confidence, but make sure
too tight - so make sure you focus just and conscientious bunch after all), they’re the right height for you. Some
as much on their fit as you do on the but pay super close attention to your people are lucky enough to be able
style. grooming and personal hygiene habits. to walk in six-inchers, but other less
It won’t matter how you dress if you experienced stiletto wearers will look
turn up for work looking like you’ve like Bambi on ice. So find shoes that
just rolled out of bed without putting you can walk in confidently and
a comb through your hair. comfortably - that goes for the
guys too.
6. Show personality 7. Show your style 8. Experiment
Don’t be afraid to show personality if Most companies have their own Wearing novelty socks, ties or tights
you’re trying to bag a job in a really dress codes, but don’t sacrifice your can look unprofessional; but don’t get
funky company where the dress code is individual style entirely - just adapt it this confused with patterns and colours.
relaxed or expressive, but you are best to suit the feel of your office. There are some truly beautiful ties and
playing it a little bit safe at the interview tights out there that would liven up a
stage, so they don’t think you’re being neutral outfit, so try experimenting with
complacent. your style.
9. Polish up 10. Less is more Being able to dress according to
your own style really can work
Even if you’ve chosen the perfect shoes One of the best ways to express your wonders for your mood, so look
to strut your stuff in (we’re not judging, personality is through accessories, but at each new day as a chance to
we all need a good strut from time-to- you need to keep it balanced. Wearing communicate something about
time), they’re going to let you down if too much jewellery can look confused who you are, how you feel and
you don’t keep them clean and shiny, and clunky, so remember: less is more. where you’re going.
so polish away.
Remember our tips and you won’t go
far wrong. And if you do need any
extra help in getting it right, just get
in touch - we’re always here to help.
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