5 myths busted about work outifts
How to dress professionally yet cool and comfy and forget stereotypes
May 25th, 2021
"Dress for the job you want, not for the job you have" says the meme. When it comes to work outfits you often put the handbrake on styling and color, taking unrepresentative choices in terms of personal style and focusing on safe combinations that can in the long run be a bit boring to wear. Is it possible to create professional work outfits that are at the same time comfortable and cool? Every woman in the workplace should be able to wear what makes her feel more comfortable, but above all confident. This does not mean wearing a power suit every day, but having a serene relationship with body and appearance. If one's work context is formal but not too strict (it does not require a uniform in short) customizing daily looks chosen to sit at the desk, going to the store and even at the factory is possible, regardless of the position and the dress-code. Leandra Medine also dedicates an entire episode of her weekly newsletter to her favorite outfits to go to work and be herself, raising a question to her readers:"Why should we wear 70% of our active time clothes that we hate?". For all girls, women, and everyone who believe in themselves every day and follow the path of their career: for them nss G-Club is ready to bust 5 myths about work outfits and offer some solution for personal styling.
1. The suit is boring
The trouser and jacket suit occupies a place of honor in the wardrobes of all the workers in the world, and offers an interesting inspiration. Unlike the cliché, the suit is certainly synonymous with formality but has a unique versatility when it comes to styling. Instead of canonically wear it with a shirt, worn with a boxy t-shirt or a top the suit guarantees an edgy look, and must be accessorized in a very personal way to render it as cool as possible. The two piecescan also be broken to create separate outfits: shuffling cards printed blouses, colored trousers or particularly whimsical footwear become are the perfect allies to play down a suit and compose dozens of fun and really flattering outfits.
2. Don't dress the same way for two days in a row
It will have happened to every human being at least once in his lifetime: being afraid to be seen for two days in a row dressed in the same way. If you don’t sweat or get dirty, there is absolutely no need to throw a fit in the washing machine the same night and forbid to yourself to wear it the next day. The insecurity of being able to run out of ideas in fashion or simply scruffy is always around the corner, but comfiness comes first in some situations.
3. Sneakers, no thanks
WHAT!? Welcome to 2021! We know we are predictable, but did you really believe that we would not sword-drawn defend sneakers? Versatile, unique and available in thousands of colorways ad styles sneakers are a faithful ally for everyday life, even at the office. Especially if you want to take a walk during lunch. As for the previous garments, the trick here is in the styling and harmony of the forms when it comes to the concept you want to convey: combined with wide leg tailored trousers sneakers give a professional yet nonchalant air. Wear them with a long dress for the summer and you'll be perfect and comfortable. How to make the outfit even more professional? Use an open white shirt on your shoulders and reassemble your office look with sneakers.
4. Too much make-up is inappropriate
Makeup sublimates, enhances, perfects. Whether it is a simple base to apply in 10 minutes while you are still daydreaming or a full-face with a cat eye, makeup is a very personal and distinctive element of one's look. Labeling it as "vulgar" or "exaggerated" because not suitable for a work context is synonymous with backwardness. Today, with mandatory masks in multiple contexts, how is it even possible to not be playing with make-up on the eyes? Pick colors and pop shades, glitter and unique details if you have time and desire, without forgetting that makeup is also an accessory.
5. Dress anonymously and minimal
Everything depends on colleagues and the size of the workplace, but one thing is certain: what we wear changes the perception of those around us, and uniqueness never goes unnoticed. A 2014 study by the Journal of Consumer Research also shows this: if black is your a daily must-have color, the day when pink will bloom on your clothes everyone will notice it immediately. Focusing on colored and positive prints will create a unique atmosphere around your figure, which will immediately transmit positive emotions. Often wear serious and very masculine looks can both convey seriousness and show insecurity in dressing out of the box. The trick is to be yourself, without wanting to impress anyone but with the ambition to be remembered for the good work done.