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Dressing for work in an office is all about finding the right style of clothes that you love to wear and that also fit in with the dress code. Each office has its own dress code and whilst some will demand that you wear skirt suits, others will have a more flexible dress code allowing for alternatives such as tailored shorts or dresses. Office wear needs to be comfortable and practical as well as being stylish. It is important to create the right impression at work and people are likely to judge you and make assumptions about the quality of your work based at least partly on how you are dressed.

Looking smart and professional important and the way that you dress will affect how confident you feel in your self and how those around you behave towards you. First impressions also really count when meeting customers or colleagues, what you wear will say  a lot about you. Some one who looks stylish and professional will give the impression that they make an effort with their appearance and their work and that they pay attention to detail.

Here are some tips in finding the right office wear for you and your office:

Be aware of the dress code - most offices have some sort of dress code, find out what it is before choosing your work wardrobe. Also look out for unwritten rules, look around he office and see what everyone else is wearing, work is not the time to let your rebellious streak make a style statement. You can make a style statement, just ensure that you choose something that stands out for the right reasons.

Look for styles that suit you -there are a whole range of different options to choose from in terms of office wear including suits, trousers or skirts with a smart top, shorts or dresses. Dresses work particularly well for summer when it may be too warm for a jacket. Choose a style of clothing that suits your body shape, you can then use this as the basis for a really flattering work wardrobe. Classic tailored styles tend to look best for work but if you want to look on trend try wearing a pair of city shorts with opaque tights.

Add some of your personality - within almost all office dress codes there is some scope for showing a bit of individuality or personality. There are so many different tailored jackets available, you are sure to find one that makes you stand out from the crowd and suits your own personal style.  Add a pop of colour to a neutral or dark suit using accessories, perhaps a scarf or statement handbag. Bright coloured opaque tights are another great way to add colour to an outfit for the office. Bold pieces of jewellery also look good with work wear.

Consider practicalities – Impractical clothing for work may impact on your ability to do your job. Your shoes shoe be easy to walk in and you clothes comfortable especially for sitting down in. Clothes like tops or skirts that ride up will make you feel self conscious so are best avoided.