What's Office-Appropriate?

It seems that some women can't differentiate their work clothes from their party or weekend clothes. Big dangly earrings, sexy tops, leggings, low-cuts, high slits, over 4 inch stilettos...all these are no-nos for a corporate environment. Unless you are in the entertainment or creative field, it is wiser to be more modern classic in your dressing when it comes to work wear. Invest in smart basic pieces like cotton tees, knitted tops, tailored shirts, well-cut pants and skirts in pin-stripes or solid neutral colours. For a start, build up a business wardrobe consisting 2 well-tailored suits (either skirt or pant suit depending on your preference), 2 pairs of trousers or skirts, 3 to 5 blouses and knitted tops, 1 cardigan or twin-set and 1 or 2 work dresses. You can add on 2 skirts and pants in prints and colours that will work well with your suit jackets. Keep the sexy look for after 6 as you would not want your boss to be impressed by your cleavage rather than your ideas!