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Do I have to match the jacket and skirt when dressing for work? I have a black blazer and gray skirt, but I'm not sure if it's okay for them to not match.
The Answer: // Separates do not have to match but they do…
I'm a red head with very short hair. What should I wear looking for job in an office or as a receptionist at the care center (heels, pantyhose, a sweater dress or skirt & top)?
The Answer: // First impressions are very important especially when going to…
I am 45 years old, 5 foot 4 inches and 142 pounds. I have to go to my husbands company holiday party. It is "casual" my husband is a partner in the company. What do I wear?
The Answer: // You will look great in a dark pair of…
I am accepting a national award at a conference in March. I am 57, 5'6", average build [not skinny, could lose 20 pounds], size 10 or 12), dark brown hair. Is it better to wear bold colors, bright lipstick, etc.? Or is neutral with one focus point more effective? I don't want to look garish, but I don't want to look bland, either.
The Answer: // Congratulations on receiving a National Award. A bold color…
I'm wearing a gray wrap dress to a business dinner at a country club, with cocktail attire suggested this evening. I bought some pretty gray floral patterned tights to liven up the dress, but after reading many of your answers I'm wondering if I should go with black sheer hose. The dress is long sleeved and I'm going to also add color with blue and silver jewelry. I'm also thinking of chucking the whole idea and going with a royal blue ruched and sleeveless dress...help!
The Answer: // Business dinners mean business! You are always being judged…
Is it OK to wear neutral/beige, patent leather, slingback pumps with a navy blue dress to an awards banquet for work in the winter?
The Answer: // You can wear neutral/beige patent leather slingback pumps any…
Business meeting in NYC. I am 61 years old. size 10. Trying to decide what to wear to this important meeting: 1- black pencil skirt, ruffled blouse, cool belt, black sweater...boots that KILL my feet, but look great....or...heels...with black tights? hose? or 2- black wool pants, black turtleneck (loose neck), tweed jacket with very sharp stand-up-neck collar 3- white, cowl neck, above the knee dress with black tights.
The Answer: // Black is very, very chic in NYC and screams…
What is the correct color of tights/hose to wear with a green, gray or a navy suit for work?
The Answer: // Sheer black stockings or black tights with black shoes…
My Company's annual birthday party is coming up and my co-workers are asking what the attire should be. The company does not want people to dress formally, at the same time we want to provide flexibility for everyone to dress up a little, if they so wish. Do you think I can suggest "cocktail attire", or is that still too formal? Do you have any better suggestions? Thank you very much, I am a big fan of your expert advice!
The Answer: // "Country Club Casual" might define what is required better…
Can I wear all black to a second interview at a law firm? Its a black shift dress with embellished with flowers around the neck. The jacket is funky with a tie closure. Great visual interest?
The Answer: // All black is very somber for a job interview.…
I work as a Health Care Aide. We don"t have to wear uniforms, but I still don"t want to look sloppy. I"m 48, and look about 35, any advice on what to wear?
The Answer: // Something tailored like a pencil skirt or pants and…
I am going to my husband's formal work party and need some advice. I am 37 years old and a size 16. I have a little black dress with silver beading/stitching on the bottom. I have plain black wedges to wear with it. Should I wear nude hose or sheer black hose?
The Answer: // Stockings are definitely in order for a formal work…
My girl friend is desperate for a job, but has a promising interview with the manager of Belks Department store, which is the only slightly upscale store in our small Texas town. She is 53, a college grad with some earlier retail experience. What should she wear to help cinch the job? I can buy whatever she needs. I thought of heels and stockings, but I lack judgement in your area. She is beautiful, slim, and sophisticated, but also down to earth. Thank you.
The Answer: // For a job in retailing a suit or dress…
Is it OK to wear trousers to a job interview or should I wear a skirt and stockings?
The Answer: // You can wear trousers to a job interview with…
I have been asked to be a speaker at the inauguration of the new president at the University where I work. I graduated in absentia when I received my graduate degree. Most individuals will be wearing there doctoral robes. What do you suggest that I wear?
The Answer: // Congratulations on being asked to speak at the inauguration…
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