image tips for today

it's a fruit galore at home. we have bananas, guavas, grapes, rambutans and durians, not to mention apples and passion fruits. waaa......spoilt for choice and i really have no idea which to eat. so far, i have eaten bananas, rambutans and durians. i dun think i can think anymore for today....but the grapes will definitely have to be next as they are already soaked and if i don't finish them, they will be put back into the fridge.

did more spring cleaning today. it was filing and throwing away receipts and statements time.

and i found a file consisting notes my sister got when she attended a secretarial workshop. so why not i share some of the tips for working professionals on grooming and body language and management skills. after all i have all the time in the world to type on this blog now wahahaha....

so today's lesson is on image tips.

suits-

select high quality suits in navy, grey, black or beige.

skirt length should be no shorter than just above the knee or no longer than just below mid-calf.

mini skirts are not at all acceptable.

fabrics-

buy the best you can afford.

do a simple scrunch test to see if it is wrinkle-free.

blouses-

solid colours are the best.

wear light colours to complement your suits.

if suit is light, add a darker coloured blouse for an authoritative look.

hosiery-

skin tone or darker than skin tone to make legs appear slimmer.

sheer type support stockings is recommended.

shoes-

classic pumps with heels no higher than 3 inches.

leather is the best investment.

navy, black, burgundy or brown.

handbags-

invest in leather. choose classics rather than trendy.

navy, brown, black or burgundy. (personal comment: gosh this is so boring!!! i think if your suits and blouses are already in plain dark boring colours, bags in other colours can really lift the look but just choose one in solid colour.)

jewellery-

pearls, gold or silver only. no plastic or wooden jewellery.

no dangling ear-rings.

two rings are the maximum number.

ankle bracelet are not for business.

watches-

invest in classic style that blends with your business attire.

black lizard, gold or silver tone or leather is recommended.

hair-

shoulder length hair should be pulled back for a chic look.

consider your time, budget, hair texture, age and profession.

nails-

keep nails well manicured and use neutral or pastel colours for office.

perfume-

a little dab will do. if someone at arm's length can smell your perfume, you are using too much.

make-up-

use it to enhance facial features not to cover or colour your face.

neutrals add radiance and a fresh natural is recommended for business.

no more for today ;)