Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2016 | Page 168

FABRICS

Even if you work in an airconditioned office, there are
times you need to step out and
come back in to work again. For
the Caribbena’s sunny climate,
opt for fabric blends like cotton/
polyester that won’t wrinkle
easily but are breathable: the
consistency of 65% polyester and
35% cotton is the best affordable
blend.

SHOES

Comfort is key here. Choose
pumps or sling backs with a
closed toe or peep toe. No flip
flops, stilettos or high heeled
sandals. Even if it’s a Prada flip
flop, it is and will always remain
a flip-flop.

COLORS

Unless the corporate identity
dictates otherwise, you can
add a touch of personality to

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your corporate attire if the
environment and your target
group allows it. To illustrate, if
you provide training to managers
and executives, you will dress
differently than if you provide
that same training to celebrities
and socialites. Even so, this
needs to be done tastefully.
Keep in mind that color has a
psychological effect on people
and if you are aware of the
general rule for each color, you
can have the color you wear help
you achieve your set goal.

eyelashes, lip-liner in a different
tone than your lipstick, glittery
shadow and blush or caked on
foundation. If you work in the
entertainment/fashion industry
you can make exceptions to this
rule but always make sure your
makeup is properly applied.
Cologne should be limited to
soft and pleasurable scents for
daytime.

ACCESSORIES

The number one rule to
accessories is, less is more..!

GROOMING

Hair & makeup should be classy.
Avoid showy makeup and flashy
hairstyles in a professional
environment. If you have natural
hair or locks make sure they are
clean, moisturized and combed.
Makeup should be neutral and
your nails must always look
healthy with a nice touch of gloss
to it. No excessive eyeliner, false

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Men should always be shaved and have their
hair in a proper style at all times. Garments
should be ironed and fit properly. Shoes must
be always be polished. With their nails clean
and a soft aftershave suitable for daytime use,
they are ready to conquer the corporate world.

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