I will start this off for readers. Accessories and jewelry is something that I never felt important to an ensemble. I always thought "purse to match the shoes" for why? Never ever seen the point of it. Recently, I have made a solid effort to search for more trends to implement into my wardrobe. Something that I have totally been obsess with are Statement Necklaces. Which are basically big, chunky, and very detailed necklaces. This accessory is labeled as a 'statement' because it attracts the eye and invokes people who see it to compliment and ask questions about it. The necklace makes a statement and speaks even before you do. Some of my favorite places I have been ordering necklaces from is BaubleBar and Express
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Show-Off Saturdays
Here at Brainy Chic, I want to hear more from my readers. From here on out we are going to have "Show-Off Saturdays" that consists of readers submissions of photos and brief explanation about their recent fashion advancements.
I will start this off for readers. Accessories and jewelry is something that I never felt important to an ensemble. I always thought "purse to match the shoes" for why? Never ever seen the point of it. Recently, I have made a solid effort to search for more trends to implement into my wardrobe. Something that I have totally been obsess with are Statement Necklaces. Which are basically big, chunky, and very detailed necklaces. This accessory is labeled as a 'statement' because it attracts the eye and invokes people who see it to compliment and ask questions about it. The necklace makes a statement and speaks even before you do. Some of my favorite places I have been ordering necklaces from is BaubleBar and Express
I will start this off for readers. Accessories and jewelry is something that I never felt important to an ensemble. I always thought "purse to match the shoes" for why? Never ever seen the point of it. Recently, I have made a solid effort to search for more trends to implement into my wardrobe. Something that I have totally been obsess with are Statement Necklaces. Which are basically big, chunky, and very detailed necklaces. This accessory is labeled as a 'statement' because it attracts the eye and invokes people who see it to compliment and ask questions about it. The necklace makes a statement and speaks even before you do. Some of my favorite places I have been ordering necklaces from is BaubleBar and Express
Image Credit: Urban Outfitters Image Credit: Express
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Interview Appropriate
In anticipation for a job or even an internship interview, there are more things to gather than simply preparing your resume and mental sharpness. Aside from being qualified for a position there is a visual presentation that is required to be taken serious especially from a woman. Dressing accordingly does not mean you have to break the bank because as we all know that college students are typically on a budget. I am here to bless you with the master list of the do's and don'ts of professional interview attire.
If you choose to wear a skirt to a business professional meeting, your hemlines should not be the same length you might wear to a date, casual lunch, or bar-hopping with your girlfriends. It should be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee. Showing too much leg whether of the presence of hosiery or not, is distasteful and kind of trampy. Even though this is the 21st Century women wearing certain clothing are labeled regardless of factuality. While these examples appear put together, there is the wonder "is something gonna pop out of there" It is better to be safe than sorry.
Whether the size of your bust wearing low-cut tops can advert the interviewers attention man or woman from what you are saying to what you are "showing". Crop tops or short tops are just as bad because a navel staring the interviewer in the eye is totally inappropriate. If you are not sure what you plan to wear is acceptable, then do some research to get a well-rounded views.
You may think sporting your "I love jesus" is harmless but there could be a bias because their views may not be the same as yours. The only instance these might be acceptable if you are interviewing for a organization that are specifically for these controversial topics and beliefs.
To some wearing heels is an art form. Heels could not be you or you need more knowledge of how to walk in heels, DONT force it. Just let it go wear something more your speed like flats or wedges. Nothing is more distracting then seeing a woman walking awkwardly and toddler-like because one false move, they are going down. Other shoes will look just as distinguished.
If you combine the tips you learned here today with your academic and educational achievement you will have a much better chance at receiving a call back.
1) Don't Wear Skirts and Dresses with Short Hemlines
2) Don't Do Low Cut Blouses, Crop Tops, See-Through Tops
Whether the size of your bust wearing low-cut tops can advert the interviewers attention man or woman from what you are saying to what you are "showing". Crop tops or short tops are just as bad because a navel staring the interviewer in the eye is totally inappropriate. If you are not sure what you plan to wear is acceptable, then do some research to get a well-rounded views.
3) Don't Promote Religious, Political, or Life Choices on Accessories
You may think sporting your "I love jesus" is harmless but there could be a bias because their views may not be the same as yours. The only instance these might be acceptable if you are interviewing for a organization that are specifically for these controversial topics and beliefs.
4) Don't Put on Shoes You Can Not Walk in
To some wearing heels is an art form. Heels could not be you or you need more knowledge of how to walk in heels, DONT force it. Just let it go wear something more your speed like flats or wedges. Nothing is more distracting then seeing a woman walking awkwardly and toddler-like because one false move, they are going down. Other shoes will look just as distinguished.
If you combine the tips you learned here today with your academic and educational achievement you will have a much better chance at receiving a call back.
The Discovery of Brainy Chic
Ladies, here is where your professional fashion questions will be answered.
There is this constant battle for women to find the fine line between professional and fashionable. Whether heading to your first interview or trying to climb the ladder in your existing employer, no matter how intelligent and competent you are; The Fashion Matters. What you look like matters; what you wear matters. Not in the sense that you have to wear expensive couture clothing but there is a requirement to look appealing and put together. The right outfit can give a woman the confidence and the self-definition to put themselves out there for an interview at a company or a job promotion.
The childhood experience that sparked my passion for this topic was when I was 12 years old. My mother was in the Army for 9 years and after the tragic 9-1-1 terrorist attack happened; she was deployed overseas for 2 years. During her absence, my two other siblings and I were left under the care of my maternal grandmother. While my grandma was a good caregiver, she hated the mall or any kind of shopping center other than mandatory run to the grocery store. 2 whole years without the Saturday afternoon shopping trips that was a reoccurring event during my childhood. This may go without saying but I had no fashion sense or the ability to go out and change that. Fast forwarding to my mother's return to the states, one of her first tasks when she returned was when she took us shopping. I remember going through the mall, finding and mimicking trends that I seen on television and in magazines. My mother made it her top priority to provide us a presentable wardrobe. When I returned back to school after my "transformation" I recollect new connections I made with my peers discussing brands and trends of the late 1990's and early 2000's. Personally, I discovered my love for clothing and that I can create different outfit to visually communicate my moods. It is a way to speak without words.
Brainy chic, is the idea that while we are post-college women embarking into Corporate America that good fashion sense is a requirement to be cohered alongside our educational successes.
- Desiree'
There is this constant battle for women to find the fine line between professional and fashionable. Whether heading to your first interview or trying to climb the ladder in your existing employer, no matter how intelligent and competent you are; The Fashion Matters. What you look like matters; what you wear matters. Not in the sense that you have to wear expensive couture clothing but there is a requirement to look appealing and put together. The right outfit can give a woman the confidence and the self-definition to put themselves out there for an interview at a company or a job promotion.
The childhood experience that sparked my passion for this topic was when I was 12 years old. My mother was in the Army for 9 years and after the tragic 9-1-1 terrorist attack happened; she was deployed overseas for 2 years. During her absence, my two other siblings and I were left under the care of my maternal grandmother. While my grandma was a good caregiver, she hated the mall or any kind of shopping center other than mandatory run to the grocery store. 2 whole years without the Saturday afternoon shopping trips that was a reoccurring event during my childhood. This may go without saying but I had no fashion sense or the ability to go out and change that. Fast forwarding to my mother's return to the states, one of her first tasks when she returned was when she took us shopping. I remember going through the mall, finding and mimicking trends that I seen on television and in magazines. My mother made it her top priority to provide us a presentable wardrobe. When I returned back to school after my "transformation" I recollect new connections I made with my peers discussing brands and trends of the late 1990's and early 2000's. Personally, I discovered my love for clothing and that I can create different outfit to visually communicate my moods. It is a way to speak without words.
Brainy chic, is the idea that while we are post-college women embarking into Corporate America that good fashion sense is a requirement to be cohered alongside our educational successes.
- Desiree'
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