By Kabir Karan, Director, KARAN & MOIN
How often have you felt a change in mood by just dressing up?
How often donning an outfit that makes you feel good has made you feel unstoppable?
What we wear can profoundly impact our mental health and overall well-being. Thus no matter what one’s mood, one should dress up well. It does wonders in bringing positivity to the individual.
This concept is crucial in the professional setting, where how you present yourself is as important as what you know.
Power dressing enables individuals to convey a sense of confidence, professionalism, and authority in personal and professional settings. It is achieved by dressing in a manner that communicates competence, credibility, and leadership, which can positively influence how others perceive and respond to the individual.
Multiple studies have demonstrated the significant impact that clothing can have on an individual’s perception in various social and professional contexts. Dressing appropriately and professionally for a given setting can increase an individual’s credibility and competence in the eyes of others.
Power dressing is the way to go if you’re looking for a way to boost your mental health and confidence.
Here are tips on how to power dress depending on the occasion.
Dress for success: Whether attending a job interview, a business meeting, a networking event, or just a day at the office, it’s essential to dress for success.
Be versatile simple tips can have you ready for all occasions in a jiffy.
Here are some styling tips to consider:
Look for Interviews, formal Sales calls & meetings, office work & Boardroom meetings
1.A Classy Blue suit with tie & formal shoes
2.Neatly cut hair
3.A subtle cologne
4.Remove the tie, and you have an outfit ready for office work or board room meeting.
Look for Office Work & office celebrations or evening get-togethers!
1.Same blue blazer with Grey Chinos works well for office wear.
2.Change the footwear and add a matching kerchief, and you are ready for an Office celebratory Night or Evening
Look for conferences or corporate lunches
1.Your very own blue Blazer with light Khaki pants with a tie
2.a lapel pin and formal shoes
Once you know you look your best, confidence will walk tall with you.
Choose clothes that fit well:
Dressing for impact works only if the outfit sits well on you, in other words, it fits you well. Well-tailored garments enhance your physique to make the outfit become you so that you exude confidence and are egged to stand tall.
Add a pop of colour:
Adding a pop of colour to your outfit can help you stand out and feel more confident. Choose a bold colour that complements your skin tone and empowers you. Adding colour can also help you project a positive attitude and make a lasting impression on those you meet. You can do it subtly by adding a kerchief or accessorizing right.
Accessorize with confidence:
Adding accessories to your outfit, such as a statement necklace or a bold watch, a lapel pin can help you feel more put-together and confident. Accessories can also help you show off your creativity and individuality. Choose accessories that reflect your style, fit the occasion and make you feel powerful.
Power dressing can also enhance an individual’s self-confidence and sense of empowerment. Feeling and looking their best can have a positive impact on an individual’s mindset and performance, enabling them to approach situations with more authority and confidence. With the right clothing choices, we can feel empowered, in control, and ready to take on the world.
