4 Tips to Dress for Success

Is casual dress killing your productivity at work? In the current day and age with the work environment constantly shifting and leaning more towards flexibility, this has become a difficult question to answer.

A recent Forbes article tackled the question to conclude that a lot of clothing has got a symbolic meaning, and the shift between ‘work mode’ and ‘play mode’ can be greatly influenced by your choice of attire. So, how do we dress for success?

This is not to deny the power that a casual dress code can bring to the workplace, but rather trying to create an environment where employees dress for success. Business Insider suggests that consciously dressing for the workplace affects the way that people perceive you, your confidence, and even your ability to focus. Here are our four tips on how to dress for success.

1. Choose a Solid Colour

If you are often in meetings or communicating with clients, then the last thing that you want is a distracting outfit that draws attention away from the conversation. If you are looking to add a little bit more personality, there is always the option of including a few accessories.

When choosing which colour to go for, it is important to keep the company brand colours in mind. This helps to send a powerful message about the corporate space as one that is effective, focused and united.

2. Prioritise Fitted Clothing

Wearing fitted clothing sends such a powerful message in the corporate space. It shows an eye for detail, pride in work and an overall message of professionalism.

At AJAY Apparel, we fully support the need to be bespoke and offer customised corporate uniforms to suit your brand, your fit, and your practical need.

3. Embrace the Trend of Smart Casual

As mentioned, today’s corporate space is constantly shifting towards a more relaxed and comfortable approach. One way to intimidate both staff and clients alike is to wear a formal suit when everyone else is in chinos and a golfer’s T-shirt.

With this in mind, adhering to a smart-casual dress code is a winning combination that communicates a relaxed and approachable presence, without appearing unkempt or uninterested in the importance of the communication.

4. Pay Attention to detail

If you take care of your clothes, it is a sure sign that you also take care of yourself and you work. While it is important to feel comfortable in the clothes you wear, it is also important to make sure that your shoes are shined and your clothes are wrinkle-free.

Ultimately, what you wear matters. And if you are in charge of setting the rules on what your staff wear - that matters even more! The psychology of the uniform is powerful, and one that will inevitably hold true. Contact us today for a bespoke uniform that best reflects your brand and your success.