We all dress a certain way because of how we're feeling at a particular time, how we would like to feel after dressing up, or how we would like others around us to feel when they see us. Ever woke up feeling like today is a sundress day or denim skirt day or black pants day? Do most of your colleagues wear blue on Mondays? Your best friend revamped her wardrobe right after her break-up?
What we wear is an extension of what we feel, want to feel, and want to communicate to the rest of the world.
Isn't this especially so in the unforgiving corporate world, where first impressions could be lasting, and people do judge by covers (sadly so, but this is human nature). I remember going through an internal struggle when I first started work - on one hand, I feel complied to power dress and compensate for my youngish, (then) fresh grad looks; on the other hand, I can't bear to let go of my inner girlish self for boring work clothes. Over time through quite a few experiments (some failed!), I've realised that dresses are the best compromise to look formal and feminine at the same time. Dresses are also extremely versatile, allowing us to achieve various looks with a different jacket, accessory, or pair of shoes. If that still doesn't convince you, dresses are the ultimate fuss-free choice since you don't have to worry about mis-matching colours/styles of skirts and blouses!
I'll start with the Corporate LBD - a must have in wardrobe (one of the most handy Wardrobe Classics I must say!) and real life-saver on fashion-rut days!
Tips:
1. A plain, simple, and well-fitted black dress will do the trick (main picture).
2. Go for well-structured materials (avoid cotton) so that it hangs well on you.
3. Look out for good lining as it makes the dress less clingy to our bodies, and less likely to bunch-up, hence creating a smooth exterior finish. (Tips 2 & 3 apply to other Work Dresses too!)
4. Pair it with pumps or peep-toe heels, rather than open-toe sandals to complete the polished look
5. Add a special touch to the Corporate LBD with accessories such as a string of pearls (left picture) or belt (right picture).
See how the First Ladies wear the Corporate LBD in style!
Special touches - pearls and purple clutch
If even Michelle Obama and Carla Bruni-Sarkozy are exploiting the versatility of dresses, we can't be too far wrong. I truly believe there's one Work Dress for everyday, for every occasion, and even every walk of life... to look chic, feminine, and sophisticated all at the same time!
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