Here's some information that some people might find helpful about how to dress for the parties at their jobs. This came off
#1: Tacky Holiday Sweaters
Why Not?
Unless you are a grandmother holiday sweaters are hardly acceptable. Yes we know its cute, but unless it is a ugly holiday sweater party, don’t wear it.
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Sweaters
#2: Too Much Makeup
Why Not?
It’s okay to get a little dressier for your holiday party, but don’t cover the face people have come to appreciate with so much makeup that you’re hardly recognizable.
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Concentrate on one facial asset, like lips or eyes, and go just a shade darker that you normally would. Adding more than that will be too harsh, even for a dressy holiday party.
#3: Things That Blink and Buzz
Why Not?
If you were kindergarten teacher, I’m sure your students get a big kick out of clothes that are wearable and entertaining. Rule of thumb, if your outfit requires batteries, look past it and onto something more suitable and less distracting for adult conversation.
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If it’s bling you’re after, try getting the same glittery effect on a sweater, shirt, necklace or even earrings.
#4: Fashion from Another Era
Why Not?
Do you have a dress in your closet you’ve been saving for decades? It might be a good idea to keep it there. A high-profile party planner in D.C. recently saw a woman who walked into a party in a red strapless dress with a full, hoop skirt complete with ruffles and diamond accents. Scarlett O’Hara meets Snow White is not a great professional look.
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Bold colors and tasteful fashions can do just as much to draw attention- positive attention, that is. Selecting one statement piece for your holiday party attire is a great move, but stay away from selecting too many daring pieces to wear together.
#5: Your Tattoos
Why Not?
No one in your office knows you’ve got a giant eagle on your back, and selecting a backless shirt would showcase what you think is a great piece of art. Think about the long term impact. Once the tattoos are out of the bag, you can’t put them back in. It may be silly, but some people have a real distaste for tattoos, and that could spill over into your work environment.
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Clothes that suggest you have a tattoo, like revealing just an inch or so can be intriguing and a good conversation piece, just don’t put it on display unless you’re sure it’ll be well received.
#6: Too Much Chest
Why Not?
Clothes are meant to cover you, especially at work. You may be in great shape and want to show off a little too much of your body. Hold up! Ensure your cover workers remain seeing you as a professional after the party wraps.
Showing a little leg is one thing, but too much revealing cleavage (ladies) is inappropriate and could be a turn off. Save showing off this part of your body (if you must) for around the pool, sunning on your deck, at home with your significant other, or on vacation- NOT sipping drinks with your boss.
Avoiding low cut shirts isn’t just advice for the ladies. Guys, if there’s a fistful of chest hair popping out of your shirt, button it up! Better yet, don one of the many stylish ties you get this time of you….but see number #9 for tips on picking the right one.
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Guys, if you’re trying to seem more casual than usual by taking the tie off and unbuttoning the shirt, that’s great. One button is plenty. Wear a blazer or jacket to control the collar popping out too far.
Ladies: If you want to draw attention to your neckline or small waist, go for a slimmer fitting shirt than you usually wear and complement it with a great statement necklace.
#7: Barely There Skirts
Why Not?
Legs can be a woman’s best asset, but at a work party, they shouldn’t be the main feature. If you can’t bend over without showing the room what’s under your skirt, then it’s way too short!
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Think about how your shoes compliment your skirt. The higher the shoe, the longer the skirt should be. The flatter the shoe, the shorter the skirt can be and still look professional. Be careful wearing super high heels and a super short skirt.
#8: Your Child’s Clothes
Why Not?
I’m sure your child has great taste in clothes- inherited from you, of course! But raiding their closet for a holiday party could make for an uncomfortable evening. Styles for youth are drastically different than fashion for adults. Designers that play to the body shape of teens or young adults may not flatter the adult physique. Baby doll dresses are on the way out, so don’t try to pull this look off if it makes your body type look pregnant. That could start unwanted rumors around the office.
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What really intrigues you about your child’s clothes? Is it the sparkle of the necklace or the funky one shoulder? Take what you like about it and see if you can rework an outfit that you’ll feel good about and flatters you and your best assets.
#9: A Gaudy Holiday Tie
Why Not?
Silly ties have a time and place for some, but not at a work party. You don’t want to be known as “the guy who wears crazy ties.” A tie that flashes lights or plays a song may seem like a fun gimmick, but it can make your whole vibe seem silly and unprofessional.
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If you want to wear a tie and be festive, chose a solid color, like red or green against a gray shirt. Small, tasteful holiday symbols on ties are fine.
#10: Santa Suit
Why Not?
A Santa suit may be festive, but unless you’ve been asked to wear it, the joke is on you. Don’t spend the time you could be enjoying free food and drinks with your coworkers trapped under hot Santa suit and beard. You might get a laugh upon arrival, but once the initial “Santa surprise” is over, there’s not much left to say.
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If feel you need to make an entrance, put on a Santa hat or a pair of antlers. You can take them off after a few minutes.
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