Choice in colour and style can suggest certain messages about a person to the public, such as frivolous or serious; overuse of colour can make you seem flamboyant or pushy and not taken seriously, all these factor’s need to be taught; how not to wear your week-end look to casual day on Friday’s in the workplace, or to down dress your extrovert personality of club/disco wear in the workplace, this has a negative effect on people and our aim is to create success in society and individuals for a positive brighter future.
Even if employees wear a uniform, there is a basic etiquette of dress style, it has to be well fitting, as it is more flattering and professional, for example, skirt length should not show too much skin area, as it can be offensive, skirts shouldn’t be too short. Tops not low cut and revealing, but moderate and conservative, men should wear vests or t-shirts under their shirts to conceal too much body hair, make-up is used in a sparingly, professional manner, which has to be specifically taught.
A natural look, well placed is an ‘understated form of elegance‘ which is more approachable and appealing in business, including staff wearing respectable shoes that are polished and not scuffed. This awareness must be enforced and heightened. This has to be pushed and reiterated or it will just slip by people’s way of thinking.
Etiquette is learnt, it boils down to sensitivity of a given situation, consideration for others and this has to be taught and trained. Lack of the powerful component, will impact negatively on your self and on a business. You can get a reputation as offensive, rude or inconsiderate, or just plain ignorant and totally misinformed or uninterested in performing and presenting your whole image correctly for growth, as the people around you respond negatively to the way you look.
The objectives of the book I wrote, The Executive Men and Women’s Book, The Power of Visual Presentation, is a powerful tool, aiding in the ability to achieve success through correct communication and a professional image.
The books written achieve for each and every individual an understanding about non-verbal communication, ‘what to do and what not to do’, achieve awareness about gender and religion issues and how to deal with them through mannerisms, to achieve awareness about the pitfalls of communication barriers and how to overcome them, to create awareness of powerful relationships through correct dress image, overall personal image, posture, colour, health and wellness, body strength and more.
All grooming supports and reflects one’s character and personality, as well as that of the business organisation, whether you will get placed into a job position, or how you move up the corporate ladder.
With the books written by Lynne Scott, it is a whole component that is covered, Lynne firmly believes in a more educated, well, better behaved and driven society, of the individual, staff that are the support to all business sector’s – all small, medium and large enterprises.
The expressive books available in i-Tunes Book Store, facilitates values and corporate culture, proving that the right information affects mobilisation and forward thinking, the want to make changes to oneself, making for enjoyable individuals, creating enjoyable and harmonious, multicultural work environments.
People need to feel a sense of belonging and this is what the books of Image Creations does, gives one a sense of personal direction, which will ultimately reflects on every level and sphere in a person’s life, affecting the work and the home.
Tips for upgrading your wardrobe
Throw out:
Items you don’t enjoy, items that don’t fit properly, unflattering colours, patterns that are too busy, dull, bright, etc. for your personality, stained, torn, scuffed or irreparable items.
Ask yourself these questions:
Do I like to wear, flowing fabrics or softer falling fabrics?
Do I like heavy or bold shapes and colours?
Do I play a lot of sport or exercise regularly?
What type of job do I have?
Am I an extrovert or introvert?
What does my job demand of me in my style of clothing and how can I combine this with week-end wear to create a good work wardrobe?
Do I like to dress like a king or queen or undermine my style, be a bit more understated?