Looking good and feeling confident does not have to be a difficult task, even for women who do it all. Modern women spend their days juggling life's daily necessities, which can result in back-to-back meetings and lunches on the run. Jane Buckingham, trend expert, author and host of Style Network's "Modern Girl's Guide to Life," knows that being a successful modern woman requires having a few tricks up her sleeve--especially when it comes to getting dressed.
"Balancing
work, family and play leaves no time for today's modern woman to deal with
clothing worries, such as choosing the right look for any occasion, avoiding
embarrassing situations and taking care of cherished pieces," says
Buckingham.
Buckingham suggests
these stylishly smart and practical tips to help busy women avoid wardrobe
blunders and feel confident every day in the modern world:
Invest in a Classic Wardrobe
Rather
than rushing to the mall an hour before a date to find the "perfect
thing" to wear, cultivate a great collection of clothes in advance by
having a few key classic pieces that mix and match well.
Invest
in a few high-quality T-shirts that go under everything from blazers to
sweaters; try a few daring colour choices to make a neutral wardrobe pop.
Since
more than one out of five women (22 percent) have ruined a favourite top
because of unsightly white marks, Buckingham recommends protecting a great
wardrobe by using clear anti-perspirant/ deodorant, which stays on skin and not
on clothes. For proof, turn shirts inside out to discover the beauty of
alleviating white marks.
Say "I Do" to Smart
Wedding Style
Wedding
attire can be a complicated matter, and not just for the wedding party. If a
particular dress code has not been requested on the invitation, a basic
guideline for daytime weddings is to wear a light-coloured dress.
When
dressing for an evening wedding, err on the side of sophistication. Choose a
cocktail dress that is elegant and skims the knees in an A-line cut.
Even
though a flirty, strapless frock is the perfect garb for a wedding, one out of
five women (20 percent) opt not to wear sleeveless tops altogether to avoid
white marks. Apply a deodorant with translucent moisturizers, which form a
barrier between skin and clothes to put the mind at ease.
Distinguish Yourself
In Business
Dressing for success at a new job can be a
daunting task. The trick is to look stylish and confident without being
distracting. Instead of a full suit, pair suit trousers with a striped
button-down shirt or classic wool wrap.
Steer
clear of ruffles and sweet-looking prints in order to avoid giving the
impression of being a shrinking violet rather than a bold risk taker.
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