Understated accessories are the only safe bet in a job interview – you can wear your flair after you’ve been at your job awhile and people know what to expect from you. A simple way to dress up a look is the pearl (or faux pearl) necklace: Simple post earrings are far preferable to danglies –... »
One of the big stumpers for me when assembling an interview outfit is the shoes. This has become so much of an issue that I often plan my wardrobes from the shoes upwards. It is one of the more dubious aspects of being a female in the workplace: all too often, your shoes and... »
There’s only one answer for management position interviews: suits. If possible, have them tailored – the better the fit, the more your interview panel will focus on how you fit. The advice I’ve heard – and it is totally unsubstantiated – is that the higher the management level, the more intense the color... »
Admin is mainly for a sit-down job, but you need to make sure you stand out – but only through your personality and demeanor. Clothing needs to be professional (read: plain), tailored well but not too well, and your shoes and manicure will matter. Whether or not you need a jacket depends on the level... »
In retail jobs, expect to be on your feet and dress like you know that. It’s about the right sensible shoes and absolutely never, under any circumstances, should you wear jeans for a job interview – even if you see the employees wearing jeans. It’s easy to go simple with a pants that... »
I like Silhouettes. They tend to make nice, well cut garments with generous sizing – and the garments stand up quite nicely in the washer. This year’s Silhouette offerings I suspect are a reflection of the economy, or at least the psyche created by the economy. There’s lots of billow and puff, and lots to... »
I’m wishing you all who find yourselves on the job market the absolute best in finding success and that ever-necessary paycheck. Not so long ago I was winding through the whole job cycle. Interview clothing was always one of my biggest stresses in the whole experience. While different areas of the country will have... »
Image via Wikipedia In case you missed it, the social networking theory that obesity can be spread just by knowing and being friends with obese people has been thoroughly debunked. In the ever well-done Junkfood Science blog, Sandy Szwarc said “A social networking theory of contagious chin dimples might have been understood as implausible, but not... »
So it’s time to hit the pavement, and along with brushing up your resume you’ve got to brush up your outfits too. Amidst all the chaos there are a couple things going for you: 1. It’s January – that means clearance sales. 2. Style hasn’t changed much in the past year or two. You can dry... »
Because I believe in full disclosure, and because you guys are going to see it anyway, it’s time I announce that Fat Chic has signed up with multiple affiliate programs. I know a few readers thought I’d been doing this all along, but I assure you, I haven’t. All those consumer clothing links –... »
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