{"id":7850,"date":"2018-11-20T14:52:41","date_gmt":"2018-11-20T14:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/blog\/?p=7850"},"modified":"2020-12-17T18:19:15","modified_gmt":"2020-12-17T18:19:15","slug":"poised-polished-professional-plus-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/poised-polished-professional-plus-size\/","title":{"rendered":"Poised, Polished, Professional and Plus Size"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/TomFord1.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-7861 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/TomFord1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"TomFord\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>I have thirty years of experience dressing professional women.<\/h2>\n<p>When a woman reaches a certain level of success then the sartorial rules become more defined. Women are smashing through the glass-ceiling and in today\u2019s highly visual world &#8211; what you look like is so important.<br \/>\nPhysical comfort and immaculate personal presentation are essential tools to help you get your message across to clients and colleagues.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re working your way up the corporate ladder, this is my definitive guide to dressing successfully:<\/p>\n<h2>Footwear<\/h2>\n<p>When dressing a professional woman &#8211; I always start with footwear first. The shoe or boot one is comfortable wearing, determines the rest of the outfit.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is usual in most corporate environments to have a closed toe policy. Frankly, a classic court shoe with a dress or skirt is the most flattering. You can wear a black shoe with navy and if you can find a comfortable nude shoe for summer and a black patent court shoe for the winter then you are sorted for most situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plus-size-designers\/marina-rinaldi\/marina-rinaldi-grey-stretch-wool-jacket\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-7856 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/marina-rinaldi-grey-stretch-wool-jacket1-116x300.jpg\" alt=\"Marina Rinaldi grey stretch wool jacket\" width=\"116\" height=\"300\"><\/a>I recommend:<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Duo Boots\" href=\"https:\/\/www.duoboots.com\/\">Duo Boots<\/a> for wide calves<br \/>\n<a title=\"Gabor Shoes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaborshoes.co.uk\/\">Gabor<\/a> for wide feet<br \/>\n<a title=\"Crispin Shoes\" href=\"https:\/\/crispinsshoes.com\/\">Crispin\u2019s<\/a> for large sizes<br \/>\n<a title=\"Sole Bliss\" href=\"https:\/\/solebliss.com\/\">Sole Bliss<\/a> if you suffer from bunions.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Clark's Shoes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clarks.co.uk\/\">Clark\u2019s shoes<\/a> for general comfort<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/CocoChanel.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7859 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/CocoChanel-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"CocoChanel\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be comfortable, avoid very high heels. If you are giving a talk you will present better if you feel balanced and comfortable. Of course, if you are wearing trousers then you have the option to wear a fashionable lace-up or an ankle boot with a bit of a heel to give you some lift, if that\u2019s what you prefer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hair and Make Up<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Go for a gentle natural make up look \u2013 the aim is to look polished.<\/li>\n<li>Whether your hair is curly or straight \u2013 long or short, the aim is to find a look that you don\u2019t have to touch or fiddle with, as that\u2019s very distracting. It goes without saying that shiny or brightly coloured hair accessories are a no-no.<\/li>\n<li>Nails should be subtle and neatly manicured \u2013 definitely not bitten.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Accessories<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>If you are choosing to wear earrings keep them small and neat\u2013 bright colours and dangly earrings can detract from your message.<\/li>\n<li>A good rope of pearls to light up navy, black or taupe is a useful wardrobe standby.<\/li>\n<li>A decent handbag reflects your success. Invest in one and take good care of it.<\/li>\n<li>Your necklace should be static \u2013 a pendant necklace is not appropriate as you may be tempted to fiddle with it and it tends to move as you walk.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid overpowering perfumes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Top Half <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/curvy-plus-size-clothing\/plus-size-business-wear\/marina-rinaldi-pleated-white-shirt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-7851 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Marina-Rinaldi-blouse-113x300.jpg\" alt=\"Marina Rinaldi white blouse\" width=\"113\" height=\"300\"><\/a><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>If you are blessed with large boobs, avoid wearing shirts and blouses its messy and distracting &#8211; you don\u2019t want to have a row of gaping buttons.<\/li>\n<li>Limit the amount of cleavage you show, wear a top instead of a shirt or blouse under a jacket this will give a clean neat finish.<\/li>\n<li>Purchase a great jacket and ensure that you take it to a good tailor to tweak if necessary. Tip: buy a size up and have it \u201ctaken in\u201d to fit.<\/li>\n<li>Wool stretch and triacetate are great fabrics for tailoring. Invest as much as you can and it will pay you back.<\/li>\n<li>Tip there are great jackets made from Punto Milano jersey, this is a knitted fabric &#8211; its advantage is that it is stretchy and therefore comfortable to wear. Great for travelling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Trousers or Pants:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7852 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/sallie-sahne-prince-of-wales-check-jacket-112x300.jpg\" alt=\"sallie-sahne-prince-of-wales-check-jacket\" width=\"112\" height=\"300\">Such a tricky thing here. But in order to keep it professional, fit is key!<\/li>\n<li>If your pants double as leggings, they are too tight for the workplace. Your business or professional slacks should graze your curves, not expose them.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that your trousers are pressed, ironed, or whichever you like to call it, you\u2019d be surprised how much a polished look changes your mood!<\/li>\n<li>If you find a pair of trousers that you like, buy a couple of pairs to wear on alternate days. Most plus size women wear out their trousers between the thighs. I know I do. If you\u2019ve invested in a suit, it\u2019s worth buying two pairs of trousers. Rest and air the fabric, this will reduce wear and tear and prolong the use of the suit.<\/li>\n<li>Even though the label may say you can machine wash your trousers, I recommend that you do not. Constant washing removes the <em>dressing<\/em> from the fabric. They will very quickly look like rags.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your trouser hems are correctly shortened and not mopping up the pavement.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re wearing trousers regularly then an investment jacket is essential. The jacket finishes the look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Dresses<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose a dress where the hemline is at least to <em>your knees<\/em>.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/curvy-plus-size-clothing\/plus-size-business-wear\/sallie-sahne-tailored-business-dress\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7853 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/sallie-sahne-tailored-business-dress-136x300.jpg\" alt=\"sallie-sahne-tailored-business-dress\" width=\"136\" height=\"300\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Before you purchase, try sitting in a chair in front of the mirror with the dress on. Make sure you are not revealing anything accidentally.<\/li>\n<li>There is a difference between a clean neat fit and just too tight. Please avoid clothes that are too tight, sexy body con isn\u2019t relevant to a business meeting.<\/li>\n<li>Check your back. You might not be able to see your rear view but other people can. Is your bra strap digging in?<\/li>\n<li>Avoid loud prints and patterns and strong multi-colours.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid floaty materials.<\/li>\n<li>Fabric with texture or a geometric print can work well. Contrasting Chanel style tipping can look attractive without being distracting.<\/li>\n<li>Sleeveless is not appropriate \u2013 although there could be some exceptions for this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/curvy-plus-size-clothing\/plus-size-business-wear\/per-te-by-krizia-pinstripe-black-skirt\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-7854 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/per-te-by-krizia-pinstripe-black-skirt-copy-142x300.jpg\" alt=\"Per Te by Krizia pinstripe black skirt\" width=\"142\" height=\"300\"><\/a>Skirts <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Skirts are not my favourite type of garment for a corporate environment \u2013 teamed with a jacket you could look like an air hostess.<\/li>\n<li>And a skirt just worn with a top isn\u2019t good enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Tights<\/h2>\n<p>If your legs are on show wear tights. Plain nude colour is probably best particularly if you are wearing black or navy.<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/JOBYOUWANT.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7860 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/JOBYOUWANT-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"JOBYOUWANT\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>&nbsp;Wishing you every success,<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Leanda Walters<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I have thirty years of experience dressing professional women. When a woman reaches a certain level of success then the sartorial rules become more defined. Women are smashing through the glass-ceiling and in today\u2019s highly visual world &#8211; what you look like is so important. Physical comfort and immaculate personal presentation are essential tools to&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":8429,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[125,174,134,133,141],"tags":[114,185,136,156],"thb-sponsors":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7850"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7850"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7850\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8429"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7850"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7850"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7850"},{"taxonomy":"thb-sponsors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beigeplus.com\/plusstylist\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thb-sponsors?post=7850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}