What you wear to work says a lot about both you and your work ethic. Your wardrobe directly reflects your professional persona and will influence how both your co-workers and boss see you. Whether you are a Toronto realtor or a paralegal at a local law firm, paying attention to what you wear at work is essential. Not only is it important that you look presentable at work, going that extra mile can easily help you climb the corporate ladder.
It's common sense for every man to own at least one nice suit, a couple of pressed white collared shirts, and some good leather shoes. While these items are perfect to wear at the commercial mortgage lending firm or legal office, it's essential to add items to these simple pieces to spruce up your look.
The first thing every man should do is pick up some pieces that have color that pops. Bold colors and prints not only exude confidence, they also show that you care about your style and they way you present yourself. Consider picking up a few colored dress shirts in green, blue, or even pink for the most confident of men. Some statement ties will also add to your wardrobe, especially ones that are both bold and printed. If you are a wedding videographer, Toronto salesmen, or a university professor, adding bold colors to your wardrobe will make you stand out among the rest.
Another great way to add style to your wardrobe is to change things up a bit. Sure, some offices and workplaces require that you wear a shirt and tie every day but you can find ways to vary your look. Try wearing a cashmere v-neck sweater over the shirt and tie on colder days when you are off selling those Europe SIM card or advertising space. Another great piece to invest in is an argyle sweater vest. They are professional, causal and will always be appropriate work the workplace and will never go out of style.
It's also a good idea to add some different textures to your wardrobe, rather than just sticking to traditional suits and cotton shirts. Try adding in a tailored tweed coat or a more casual polo shirt to add some different textures to your look. Also, don't forget to get a neutral colored structural jacket to complete your look. A knee length trench coat paired with a plaid or striped scarf is always a favorite and will go with most looks that you put together.
Whether you run the UWO off campus housing department or are trying to climb the corporate ladder, dressing for success is not nearly as hard as it looks. Just make sure you get all of the basics then add some bold colors, prints, textures, and sweaters every once and a while to change things up. It's really that easy!
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