{"id":11594,"date":"2022-07-19T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/?p=11594"},"modified":"2022-07-19T16:57:48","modified_gmt":"2022-07-19T20:57:48","slug":"how-to-dress-better-and-still-be-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/how-to-dress-better-and-still-be-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Dress Better and Still Be Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We\u2019ve all heard the phrase \u201cdress for success.\u201d The generational wisdom implied that sleek, sharp, and formal attire in the workplace would gain the attention of colleagues. The logic was that being well-dressed provided a certain aura of increased professionalism, expertise, and responsibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is something to be said for dressing the part. In fact, recent studies show that clothing really can affect focus and performance<\/a>. However, in the modern workplace, it matters less what your outfit says<\/em> about you, or even the marginal performance benefit your clothing may offer\u2014instead, success springs from how your work attire makes you feel<\/em>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not about trying to trick your boss into giving you a promotion just by wearing Ferragamo shoes. Dressing well at work is all about confidence. When you feel well, you do well. If there\u2019s a bit of flexibility in your office\u2019s dress code, wearing special earrings or even a bolo instead of the classic necktie can make you feel uniquely you. That\u2019s important in a typically unchanging setting where the day-in, day-out responsibilities sometimes cause everything to blend together.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The benefits of dressing well aren\u2019t limited to the workplace. Who couldn\u2019t use a little more confidence at home, out with friends, or on a date? Plus, consistently dressing well is a form of self-care. It can help you: <\/p>\n\n\n\n