Thursday, March 10, 2011

Beaming Business Part 2- (Formal Attire: Men)

So yesterday I informed you all about how to dress in casual business attire. Although casual is great, nothing beats formal business attire. It screams Class, Professionalism, and that you are Serious! And let's be honest, nothing is hotter than looking sharp in a suit! Interviews, jobs, and presentations are important! You're important! So dress like it!! Going on an interview? Go for formal attire!!!!

You can't go wrong with black! Yes, there are a variety of shades and colors, styles and prints. But solid black just screams sharp. Some may find it boring but it's killer. Black is classy and is always in style. It's timeless. So don't shun it.


Celebs look bold and hot in suits


Guys formal attire:  Suits, Suits, Suits. Go out there and splurge on a three piece suit please! Stop miss matching, bite the bullet, and get yourself a freaking suit! Stop with dress pants and any old blazer. A full matching suit is a suit...and you will not go unnoticed! I know you think appearance isn't anything but...when you hit on a girl isn't the first thing you notice is her appearance?!?! My point exactly! Look sharp and then win your employers over with you smarts, experience, and willingness to learn!

Button down shirts- white is always your safest bet. Although you make find it boring it does the job and is most appropriate for a job interview. Get a shirt that fits! Make sure the sleeves are not too long and not too short. You don't want them bunching up or leaving your wrists exposed. Neck-don't let your shirt choke you to death! It's not cool and looks terrible..same goes for too big. Buttons should all be fastened..even the ones near the cuff.

Pants-size matters! Do not wear them too long-meaning they should not bunch at the bottom. If they do get them hemmed. Do not let them be too short either. Your pants should rest at your waist and there should be a slight break before they rest at the top of your shoes. Waist should not be too tight that they are cutting off circulation and not too big that they give a baggy appearance.

Shoes- Shoes and socks should always match. Socks should be nothing crazy. Dark and if patterned, very very subtle. You should have one very nice pair of shoes. This may cost a little bit of money but so worth it. Ex) wing tips

Belts- Do not wear a brown belt with a black suit! It is not ok. Wear a black belt!

Ties- If you are wearing a white shirt and black suit colors are endless....but don't go crazy. You don't want it to be the focal point of the interview! There are skinny ties and the wider traditional tie. You can't go wrong with a tie about 3 inches wide.
Check out: http://www.askmen.com/fashion/fashiontip/27b_fashion_advice.html

Accessories- Do not wear a sports watch. Wear a nice one! If you don't have one then don't wear any old watch...but i do recommend going out and getting one! And please do not wear Walgreens sunglasses to an interview...i hate to say this but if they are not nice looking or designer, (and a subtle color) do not ruin your outfit by wearing them.
Earrings- if you have earrings I recommend you take them out. They do not look professional.
Tattoos- make sure they are covered!

Coats- Do not wear your puffy winter jacket. You should invest in a Pea Coat. There are multiple lengths: To the waist, to the shin, or to the ankle. Go with to the knee/shin!!! Safest bet and completes your outfit.

These celebs look fab on the red carpet in a variety of suits


For great tips check out theguidetomenssuits.com and askmen.com



For my bargain shoppers out there check out: macys.com, menswearhouse.com, megasuits.com, jcpenny.com, express.com, bluefly.com, suitusa.com

For my label junkies out there check out: Brooksbrothers.com, bananarepublic.com, hugoboss.com, bloomingdales.com, josbak.com, nordstrom.com, jcrew.com,
www.us.thomaspink.com

  

Remember guys...DO NOT BUTTON THAT BOTTOM BUTTON ON YOUR SUIT JACKET!!!

ladies, your formal attire will be coming soon!

Kick butt on those interviews...in style!


Stay sexy,

nIcKyC



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