Power Dressing for Women
In the 70s, women entered corporate and political circles historically dominated by men for ages. Ladies took managerial roles that, up to that point, seemed out of their reach. Things certainly were changing, but still, there was a problem, a lack of authority. People just didn’t see women as equal to men, what reason? The stereotypical view was that they were all masculine and thus lacking in women. Then the fashion world came up with an outstanding solution - power dressing.
A new style trend was born. A lot has changed after that and now the style has evolved into a more psychological realm. Power dressing is not about a concrete type of clothing – a pantsuit, a jacket, or a blouse, for example. It’s about what makes women feel comfortable and confident. It’s much more about feelings and not looks. That’s why the general rule nowadays is to dress how you like.
Did you know that more than half of workplaces have a dress code? Though today, it is not as strict as it used to be in terms of attire. However, there are some unspoken rules of what to wear and what not to for work. It’s very necessary to power dress to create those first and last impressions of confidence. And it doesn’t have to be difficult if you follow a few straightforward rules.
·?Simple, stylish and sleek is the way to go.
·?Choose western or Indian formals based on your style preference.
·?Stick to the power colors.
· Bend rule 3 when necessary. As a woman, you are used to wearing a wide range of clothing types, colors, fabrics, and accessories.
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It is important to dress right especially in corporate and professional cultures. Here are some thumb rules to keep in mind while building your power-dressing wardrobe.
Dress up as you care: Yes, it is important to dress appropriately and create an implacable impression. Even if your workplace doesn’t have strict rules, you should always look to emit professionalism in your attire. Wearing casuals means neither you care about your job nor how you look, and you certainly don’t want that. So, dress up accordingly.
Express your personality: Pretending you are someone else won’t help you be seen as an authoritative figure who commands respect. Be at peace with yourself, don’t hide and choose clothes that express who you are and make you happy. Let your personality speak.
Invest in proper and quality pieces: This is not the place for clothes that are made of cheap materials, badly sewn, or have the wrong fit. All of this will make you uncomfortable and distract your attention from work. So, choose pieces that are exceptionally high quality. Try to pick garments that are timeless, not trendy.
Being stylish never goes out of style, as they say. What do you say??