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Dress - do's and dont's
Do's
Always look professional
Dress to fit your audience, the company you represent, yourself
Strive for a flattering silhouette and a tailored look in choosing your clothing
Dress for a look and also for your comfort and confidence
Know what colors work for you in your environment
Wear heels (up to 1 1/2 to 2 inches) that you find comfortable and easy to walk on
Do wear one or two pieces of appropriate jewelry (larger pieces if you are presenting)
Hair that looks styled (not haphazard)
Wear hose that are skin color or darker
Carry an extra pair of hose (in case of runs)
Wear conservative business make-up, stressing eyes and mouth. (If you're making a presentation, make-up should be more pronounced.)
Check for lipstick on teeth
Simple manicure (no jewels on nails or exotic colors)
Mild fragrance
Don't
Wear outfits that look haphazardly thrown together
Busy prints or plaids
Belt if you are heavy in the waist or short
Open-toed shoes
Heels so high that you are unsteady
Clothing that is overly revealing or overly dowdy
Too short or too tight a skirt
Wear hose that are white or colorful
Let hair block eyes, fall in face
Clothing, accessories, or hairstyles that requires continual adjustment
Loose watch strap, bangle bracelets, long earrings
Wear jewelry that is large or gaudy
Take off your shoes (It's flirtatious)
Over-accessorize
Bright blue eye shadow
Distract listener with physical habits (twirling hair, playing with jewelry, etc.)
Excessive perfume or perfumed hair products (no smell at even a short distance or lingering after you've left the elevator)
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