Wednesday, April 15, 2015

What NOT to wear at work


Many women know that certain clothing items are off limits at work.  Skirts that are too tight, low cut blouses and leggings without proper backside coverage are examples.  However, there are also accessories that should be avoided at the workplace.  Before you get dressed for work, take a look at these 10 accessories that are inappropriate for work to ensure that you are dressing for success.


1.  Super high platform shoes
Modest platforms in sensible work shoes are okay for work.  However anything over 1/2"-3/4" should be avoided.  Shoes like this should be reserved for nights out and formal events.  It's hard to take anyone seriously who is teetering around in shoes that look like something lady Gaga would wear on stage. 

2.  Glittery jewelry
Glittery jewelry ornate rhinestones, pieces that you would wear to a formal or cocktail event or are too fancy just aren't workplace appropriate.  It either looks like you can't wait to leave the office and go out and party or you never made it home the night before.  If you have a formal event to attend after work, and want to stay in your work clothes, go from desk to dinner by bringing a change of accessories with you and change before you leave. 

3.  Lace stockings
In conservative work environments lace stockings should be avoided.  Some textures and patterns in pantyhose can be okay, but the pattern should be small.  Fishnet stockings can also pass in more relaxed or creative work environments as long as the net is small.  However, very lacy stockings are a no-no for work. 

4.  Loud jewelry
Loud jewelry, like clanging bangle bracelets are a huge distraction for your coworkers to have to listen to.  Stacked bracelets, meaning several on the wrist, at once may be trendy right now, it's too loud for work and incredibly inconsiderate of others.  If you want to wear multiple bracelets at work, choose styles other than bangles that may make less noise. 

5.  Flip flops
Flip flops not only make that distracting flipping and flopping noise, but they are just too casual for the workplace and show too much bare foot.   They can also be terribly dangerous in certain work environments. 

6.  Strappy heeled sandals
Like flip flops, strappy heeled sandals can be too bare for the workplace.  A small peep toe is about as much exposure that you want to show.  If you work in a more relaxed work environment, sandals may be okay but choose styles that cover a good deal of the instep. 

7.  An old, weekend tote bag
Having a clean, sharp and professional bag for work is important.  Avoid old totes, bags you would carry to the beach and, if you are just out of college and starting your first job, bags that you used in college.  If your bag has started to wear out replace it with a new one or get it mended or do it yourself. 

8.  Over sized chandelier earrings
Statement earrings can be fine for the office and a great way to add some color to an outfit in a professional manner.   However, you want to pay mind to size.  Avoid large chandelier earrings and styles that are too large and distracting. 

9.  Ornate hair clips
Professional hair clips and bands are perfectly fine for work.  A tortoise clip can sweep the hair up and a small headband can keep hair out of the face.  What should be avoided are ornate clips, like loud plastic styles, clips that are too juvenile and, it should go without saying, hair ties, clips and fasteners with bows are just out of the question. 

10.  Body piercings
You may enjoy your body piercings on the weekend but avoid them at work if you are in a setting that is very corporate.  A nose piercing may seem subtle but it isn't at work.  Piercings beyond the nose, like the eyebrow, tongue and anywhere else on the face is a no-go. 

Always check with your employer
Every office has a different dress code. Some are more lax and others more buttoned up. Regardless of what is and isn't considered okay, common sense should always be applied when dressing for work. It's always smarter to keep it conservative than risk getting into trouble or being looked at in a negative manner.

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Source: about.com

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