What the Best Dressed are Wearing for Business: A Style Guide
PRLog (Press Release) –
Jun 01, 2009 – A job interview. A new client meeting. An important event. In your work life, these are the moments when you want to make the best impression and that impression starts with your visual appearance and presentation. A personal image consultant can help you improve both.
Fashion trends don’t carry as much weight in the business world, but there are cues that can help place you in the well-dressed set. They include:
- Emulating the timeless looks that the best dressed are wearing.
- Tailoring those looks to fit you.
- Choosing styles that enhance your body type
See some of today’s best examples
“What the Best Dressed are Wearing,” an event hosted by Montblanc in Boca Raton, Florida on June 3rd will feature accessories by Montblanc, suits and business wear by Hamilton Douglass Clothiers and image consultation by Elaine Simmons.
Clothing, accessories and their presentation are the basis of that all-important first impression. Choose these items wisely and you will have taken your first step towards winning that new client or position. For the best results, focus on updating your wardrobe (even a few pieces will make a difference), investing in a few coordinated accessories, and polishing off the look with tailoring and grooming.
Invest in timelessness
Forget trends or fads. Instead, update your wardrobe with a few quality pieces that are timeless. Most importantly, make sure they fit well. Tailoring is often overlooked or ignored, but it is vital for a well-dressed presentation.
“Buying clothes that fit appropriately is one of the biggest issues for my clients,” said image consultant Elaine Simmons. “I help them understand not only what a good fit looks like, but also that having clothes tailored or altered is important if you want to look your best.”
Custom-made clothing is the top choice of the well dressed. Hamilton Douglass Clothiers of Ft. Lauderdale offers options ranging from a full custom suit to individual pieces, such as tailored shirts, slacks and one-of-a-kind ties.
Enhance with accessories
Top-notch accessories can enhance your look and even triple the value of an outfit. They are also a wise investment, since they often have a longer life span than clothing and can be worn through weight fluctuations. “Montblanc’s accessories are made in accordance with the finest traditions of European craftsmanship. Quality of this caliber does not go in and out of vogue. Montblanc’s collections are continually modern and contemporary, yet become wardrobe additions that are truly timeless,” said Carol Berman, Montblanc Boutique Manager.
Best-dressed accessories for men include:
- Belts one inch wide with a subtle metal buckle. Fasten them in the second hole and coordinate with shoe and trouser color.
- Jewelry that act as a subtle punctuation, rather than a focal point. There is no better business jewelry investment than a high-quality watch.
- Glasses that flatter your face shape and features. Frames should follow your natural eyebrow line and are usually flattering if they echo your hair color.
Best-dressed accessories for women include:
- Belts in leather, suede or skin to coordinate with your shoe or in a neutral color. The wider the waistline, the narrower the belt.
- A quality, leather handbag can serve as an elegant accent for many years. Don’t create a disorganized look with a purse and a briefcase. Instead, carry business papers in a leather notepad or trim portfolio.
Montblanc, while known for the finest Writing Instruments, also offers accessories, including watches, cufflinks, sunglasses and even fragrance.
Tie it all together
Quality clothing and accessories are important to making a good first impression, but your presentation can still fall flat if it’s not polished and presented correctly. The finishing touches of grooming, manners, and the right attitude go a long way in cementing the impact you make on others.
“Improving your outward appearance to the best it can be often boosts your confidence and the rest seems to fall into place more easily,” said Simmons.
Join Elaine Simmons at this Boca Raton event:
“What the Best Dressed are Wearing”
A look at what the best dressed are wearing, with networking, music, wine and light refreshments.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009 – 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Hosted by Montblanc Boca Raton
Town Center Mall
6000 Glades Road, Suite1083
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
To RSVP:
Call 561-750-6088
Corporate participants include:
Montblanc
Hamilton Douglass Clothiers
Exclusive Corporate Image, LLC
Gulfstream Media Group
Clever-Copy
The Capital Grille
Godiva Chocolatier
Wine and light refreshments graciously donated by The Capital Grille and Godiva Chocolatier
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Exclusive Corporate Image offers consulting and training in corporate image, etiquette and international protocol. President and founder Elaine Simmons helps clients maximize their non-verbal communications, including their presence (how they look) and their protocol (how they act). She has more than twenty years of experience in fashion and protocol. Visit www.exclusivecorporateimage.com for more information.
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