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Comment on Does Label Size Really Matter? by Ryan

Ryan — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:10:57 +0000

It will help point you in the right direction. But when you shop online, you’re still kind of left in the dark.

Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by S. Miller

S. Miller — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:01:04 +0000

Let me tell you about the office! I work in an office of mostly women and “business attire” is all over the board. The ladies wear everything from shorts, tanks with flip flops to camo-pants and t-shirts. There are a couple of well-endowed gals who regularly show max cleavage and bare arms. Most are clerks. Some are managers. I work right next to and directly report to the CEO, so I feel I need to dress appropriately. My idea of “appropriate” is based on what I’ve learned in Wardrobe Magic. My boss also dresses professional – tailors slacks, polished shoes and shirts with cuff-links. My fashion goal the past two years has not been to get a raise or a promotion, but project an the confident, credible image (along with rock-solid skill set and job performance) that another firm would and could hire me away tomorrow. I want people to see me as a “got it together” kind of person; and “with me things are under control.” So even though I didn’t get a pay raise, per se, I went from working 40+ hours per week to working 25 to 30 hours per week – with NO decrease in salary or benefits! This has supported my ultimate goal of financially contributing to the family while having enough time to actually be an active mom and a wife. And I have my wardrobe (and the skills learned in Wardrobe Magic) to thank for it. BTW – I always wear hose, trouser socks or stockings and closed toe shoes to the office – without exception. Anyone can dress appropriately for one day, but to do it everyday with ease and a sense of style is what seems to really builds an image.

Comment on Change Your Clothes, Change Your Life by dew

dew — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:13:15 +0000

lovely i´m just starting to think about my new look. thank you so much for this incredible idea!!!! it opened my eyes…. thanks!

Comment on Your “Plan B” Wardrobe by My Domain

My Domain — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:16:32 +0000

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Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by Betty

Betty — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 03:09:24 +0000

I really think going to work without nylons or pantyhose is very distastful., and unshaven legs is a disgusting disaster!

Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by Nicki

Nicki — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:54:38 +0000

Sorry ladies, but I disagree about the hosery/bare leg issue. I think bare legs CAN be done tastefully, but is often a disaster. In those disaster instances, there is usually another part of the outfit that is unprofessional as well so the bare legs just makes matters worse. I’ve seen it done beautifully, but most of us just can’t pull it off. I do agree, however, that shaving is a must!

Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by Maria

Maria — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 16:14:37 +0000

Totally agree with the comments re: pantyhose/stocking as a complete professional look. I wish younger women didn’t try to emulate the characters from Sex in the City as far as clothing goes (or lack thereof). It’s even more disturbing when 50+ women do the same thing. I too am from Alberta and wonder about those young ladies who wear bare legs in our frigid temps.

Comment on Dress The Kid But Not the Parent? Bad Idea by ann

ann — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 21:21:30 +0000

I read with interest Mother’s that dress the little ones and fail to dress themselves. While I understand that women should definately take care of themselves, my pet peeve is women who take great care in their appearance and fail to dress their children appropriately. Shame on them!

Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by cynthia

cynthia — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 22:30:47 +0000

We had a huge dust up over this very issue – appropriate work wear – in our office and it actually resulted in a young woman quitting and then suing the company.

She had a great figure – including cleavage. She like to flaunt it with low cut blouses, spaghetti straps. Always bare legs. She looked like she was on her way to a club.

Another one – who is no longer with the firm – thought her sleeveless tops were just fine with the large tattoo art up and down her arms showing. I mentioned that I didn’t think it was appropriate (I’m 56 and ‘that age’ I guess) and got some pretty toxic email that I was intolerant and didn’t get it about self expression. She was also about 50 lbs overweight.

Then another – who is also gone – thought she was part of a rock band.

It didn’t help that the boss – a woman. 50 years old – also dressed very quirky. One day it was an ankle length black lace gown with patent leather boots.

This is a professional office – scientific consulting firm – that deals with the government. and huge real estate developers.

Funny thing …me, the older fuddy duddy (although quite fashionable still ) is still there. LOL

Comment on 5 Ways Women Hurt Their Business Image by Shelly

Shelly — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:10:22 +0000

Pantyhose or tights are a must for me for any workplace setting or event. It’s simply too unprofessional not to.