The holiday season is finally here, and many people are gearing up for some much-anticipated socializing. From a small get-together with a few life-long friends to attending your partner’s office party, your holiday party attire should be selected with care. Every event is an opportunity to shine. ... [ Read More ]
No White After Labor Day and Other Outdated Etiquette Rules
A commonly asked question: “Can I wear white after Labor Day?” Keep reading for my thoughts on this topic as well as a host of etiquette rules that have become obsolete throughout the years... 1. No White After Labor Day. You may absolutely wear white after Labor Day, or any time of year, as ... [ Read More ]
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Fashion and Office Attire Q and A’s
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Q: Diane, I am never sure where to put my wallet when wearing a suit. I’m looking for some gentlemanly advice. Thank you for your help. - R.J.T. A: Dear R.J.T., I reached out to the Branding Team at Brooks Brothers, and this is their advice: “Ideally a ... [ Read More ]
How to Wear Winter White
“No white after Labor Day” doesn’t exactly ring true these days. You probably don’t want to wear white heels – a hard fashion to pull off to begin with – but the calming palette of neutral attire is perfect for the cooler months. When worn properly, white can be crisp and professional. Here ... [ Read More ]
Three Reasons to Own a Trench Coat
There are many benefits to incorporating a trench coat into your business wardrobe. It will keep you stylishly dry on a rainy day, add a certain flair to your cool weather outfit, and look great with a pair of rain boots or heels. The versatility of this closet item certainly makes it a sound ... [ Read More ]
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Recommendations for a Professional Laptop Bags
Q: I’m a business professional in the process of updating my career wardrobe with a few summer clothing items and new laptop bag. Do you have any recommendations on laptop bags? A: You are wise to pay attention to your career wardrobe, not overlooking the small details that make a big impact, ... [ Read More ]
Summer Makeup Bag Essentials
With summer right around the corner, every girl needs a well stocked makeup bag to get through the hot days and balmy nights, all while looking flawless. Here's my list of items to make sure and include. Visit my Pinterest Board, Summer Makeup Bag Essentials, for more ideas. ... [ Read More ]
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Can I Wear a Black Dress to a Wedding?
Q: I am attending a wedding this spring, and wanted to know if I can get away with wearing my favorite dress, which happens to be black. It will be an outdoor wedding, so I'm interested in what colors to pair with my outfit, other than pearls. I want to look current, yet elegant. Any suggestions ... [ Read More ]
Business Etiquette: Choosing the Right Watch for the Office
Watches are an essential part of a professional wardrobe, especially when you are working front and center with important clients. Despite what you might think, you should not count on your cell phone to keep you updated on the time. Glancing down is distracting and appears as if you are bored with ... [ Read More ]
Cleavage in the Workplace: How Much is Too Much?
I was recently quoted in Huffington Post Canada regarding the unspoken etiquette rules on cleavage in the workplace. When dressing for work, the line between attractive and provocative can be easily blurred. Often, the two terms can overlap. Studies have actually shown that women who dress too ... [ Read More ]
Professional Attire for the Office (Updating Your Fall Wardrobe)
Now that the season is definitely veering towards lower temperatures, it’s time to think about updating your wardrobe. Whether it’s switching out your clothes from one drawer to the other, or buying a few key pieces that will be long-term business investments, there is no better time than the ... [ Read More ]
Getting Ready for Fall Office Fashion
I always look forward to a new season, and Fall is my favorite time of year. Even before the temperature starts to drop, I am already thinking about fall office fashion and how to add, edit and update my wardrobe with small (and not so tiny) details. I am sharing a few of my ideas for those looking ... [ Read More ]
Business Attire: Small Details Make a Lasting Impression
When you are dressing for success you must pay attention to everything. Small details make a lasting impression and are vital to your finished look: The length of your pants. Ladies, the standard hem rule for a full length pant is ¼ to a ½ inch from dragging the ground. The front hem should ... [ Read More ]
Wardrobe Etiquette: Summer Office Attire
With the spike of summer heat comes an opportunity to adjust your summer office attire for the rising temperature. Keep in mind that every work environment has a different definition of what’s appropriate, so the first rule of thumb is to check your office policy. When in doubt, look at what ... [ Read More ]
Fourth of July Fun (plus RSS/email subscriber update)
Quick housekeeping note: If you are an RSS subscriber, please update my feed to https://dianegottsman.com/feed instead of the Feedburner address. If you're a BlogLovin' user, my blog can be found at http://www.bloglovin.com/dianegottsman. Those who read my posts by email: I've switched to a new ... [ Read More ]