Dog days of summer tips for looking professional ...
Dear reader:
I know that this is the time of year when it gets harder and harder to stay cool and look chic and professional at work. But maybe it's a generational thing or just a move towards people not caring, but I can see that some of us need a few words of advice.
Here are some tips and gentle words of advice for keeping your look professional in the office during the dog days of summer:
1) If you're in the office, resist the urge to go for the flip flops.
Yes, I know they're easy and cute. But if you're going for chic or professional, just say no. Sorry, but even in 2007, flip flops are a no-no for the office if you're going for a professional look.
2) The magic of camisoles.
Dog days mean you want to put on those sleeveless tops. But, no matter how hot it is (or where you are), it is not okay to show bra straps, or to have that color bleed thing happen where you can see the bra under your top. The exception is if you're in a go-go bar or work as a stripper. You get my point.
3) Freezer fresh.
I know a lot of offices tend towards overkill with the air conditioner (not that we would rather not have air conditioning), but you can cover up chicly. Consider a suit jacket, a blazer or a shawl. Do not, I repeat do not opt for a hoodie in the office. The exception is if you're in an office where jeans and t's are standard.
4) The skinny on shorts.
In general, my rule is that shorts do not belong in the office, even on dress down day, unless you're wearing some tailored Bermudas. Again, the exception is if you work in a casual wear environment. Of course, outside of the office, you can wear whatever you want.
Here are some other no-no's and don't-eve-think-about-its for the office:
- Cleavage. No one in the office wants to see it. Save it for your man. At home!
- Midriffs. Do the raise the arms test. Can you raise your arms over your head without your top coming up and showing your midriff? If the answer is no then you need to put on a different top or wear a camisole underneath. If you want to show your stomach, go to the beach or do it at home.
- Muffin tops and feet. We all have problem areas. All of us. You know what yours are; we don't want to know or see it and you shouldn't want us to.
I know some of this may sound old-fashioned
I know that this is the time of year when it gets harder and harder to stay cool and look chic and professional at work. But maybe it's a generational thing or just a move towards people not caring, but I can see that some of us need a few words of advice.
Here are some tips and gentle words of advice for keeping your look professional in the office during the dog days of summer:
1) If you're in the office, resist the urge to go for the flip flops.
Yes, I know they're easy and cute. But if you're going for chic or professional, just say no. Sorry, but even in 2007, flip flops are a no-no for the office if you're going for a professional look.
2) The magic of camisoles.
Dog days mean you want to put on those sleeveless tops. But, no matter how hot it is (or where you are), it is not okay to show bra straps, or to have that color bleed thing happen where you can see the bra under your top. The exception is if you're in a go-go bar or work as a stripper. You get my point.
3) Freezer fresh.
I know a lot of offices tend towards overkill with the air conditioner (not that we would rather not have air conditioning), but you can cover up chicly. Consider a suit jacket, a blazer or a shawl. Do not, I repeat do not opt for a hoodie in the office. The exception is if you're in an office where jeans and t's are standard.
4) The skinny on shorts.
In general, my rule is that shorts do not belong in the office, even on dress down day, unless you're wearing some tailored Bermudas. Again, the exception is if you work in a casual wear environment. Of course, outside of the office, you can wear whatever you want.
Here are some other no-no's and don't-eve-think-about-its for the office:
- Cleavage. No one in the office wants to see it. Save it for your man. At home!
- Midriffs. Do the raise the arms test. Can you raise your arms over your head without your top coming up and showing your midriff? If the answer is no then you need to put on a different top or wear a camisole underneath. If you want to show your stomach, go to the beach or do it at home.
- Muffin tops and feet. We all have problem areas. All of us. You know what yours are; we don't want to know or see it and you shouldn't want us to.
I know some of this may sound old-fashioned
posted by Karyn Collins at 4:46 PM
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