Defining Dress Codes- What to wear for every occasion
Cocktail attire should not be formal like the black tie, yet you should opt for a more polished and sophisticated look. Cocktail attire means you should be well dressed and no shorts, sandals, or t-shirts Take into account the event purpose, in addition to the time and place. Your best friend’s cocktail party will require very different attire than a corporate event. Furthermore, an event taking place at a 5 star hotel will call for a dressier outfit than something held at a restaurant or at someone’s home.
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Hitting the right note with attire can be confusing if the invite reads Black Tie, White Tie or Dressy Casual.
With so many different dress codes out there, it can be difficult to know what to wear, even when the type of dress requested is stated on the invitation. Here are the details of how to dress appropriately for a Black Tie event because picking out an outfit should be fun and not stressful.
In order to explain it better I’ve put together clothing pieces for men and women to create an outfit, which I believe is appropriate for each dress code.
read moreDo’s and Dont’s of Business Etiquette in China
In emerging economies such as China, as you start or expand your business, having an understanding of Chinese business etiquette can help you build relationships, grow your business, and get a leg up on the competition. Knowing and practicing common customs will also help you relax, avoid embarrassment, and focus on the matters at hand on critical occasions. • One of the most important things to keep in mind when doing business in China is the power of the first impression. Punctuality is considered a virtue in China. Being on time shows...
read moreHappy Women’s Day
So it’s that day of the year when flowers, messages, little surprises will come our way to remind us to celebrate our day – women’s day. Girl we need no reminder, we can take on the world with pride and grace. This women’s day let’s take a deep breath and pat ourselves for our great work – juggling all that we do. Women have been managing the roles of wife, mother, and career person superbly. Several domestic chores, careers, children are taking a toll on their health. Women have the tendency to put everything before themselves – their...
read moreRe-Gifting Etiquette for the Holiday Season
While it’s really the thought that counts and you should always be gracious whenever someone’s taken the time and effort to buy a present for you. sometimes the gift is simply, without question, unintentionally wrong for you. It’s a holiday season and everyone re-gifts unwanted presents. It is ok to do so under certain conditions with some guidelines. Here are the top five rules for re-gifting the right way. 1. Make sure the gift is actually suited to its new owner – Don’t re-gift simply because you’re too lazy to go find the person a...
read moreStyle guide for skinny guys
So you feel you are too thin to find anything that will look as good as they make it look in the movies? No need to feel sad, there is enough for you to find the right combination of stylish clothes that will make you look just as good. Find the fit: No matter what you wear, make sure it fits well. Most skinny men tend to wear loose clothes feeling that will hide their skinniness, but that’s where they go wrong. Wear boot cut jeans with sleek shirts or t-shirts. Wear a jacket to go with it. Find the right color: If you are on the skinny...
read moreFour easiest ways to look instantly taller
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read moreBusiness Gift Giving Etiquette
Giving gifts to clients or business associates can be an awkward experience if you don’t know the etiquette behind it. With Diwali round the corner, consider the following business gift giving etiquette tips. 1. Give a personal touch – it’s always nice, whenever possible, to personalize each gift to each recipient. Your clients and colleagues want to know that you appreciate them. So giving an item that is specifically aligned with their interests can mean more than a generic token or promotional item from your company. Of course there are...
read moreClothing Affects Your Success
Whether you like it or not, your clothing communicates – and it can have a serious affect on your ability to achieve success. Fair or not, people judge us by the way we look and that includes the way we dress. Especially in the workplace, clothing significantly influences how others perceive you and how they respond toward you. Researchers found that your appearance strongly influences other people’s perception of your financial success, authority, trustworthiness, intelligence, and suitability for hire or promotion. And, because...
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