There’s a lot of competition out there today and that’s why it is important to look professional while projecting confidence. Confidence plays an important role in succeeding. Looking the part  makes a lasting impression. Maybe it’s unjust to judge a book by its cover, but we all do.

Here  are are few easy tips to help you look professional and feel more confident.

Generally it is a good idea to wear something simple that is neat and clean.
Be sure it doesn’t need pressing. Don’t sacrifice style for comfort but add your own flair. Don’t wear clothing that is too big or too small.

Keep accessories in proportion to your body size. Don’t use more than 3 accessories or less than one.

Develop your own personal style but don’t over do it. I know a woman who wears a different brooch everyday. People remember her because she branded herself with an identifying mark. I also know a gentleman who wears different colored eye glasses each day to match what he is wearing. Don’t use tasteless identifying marks that offend or make others laugh.

Observe the way others dress in your work place and express your own signature style. Mix and match your suits tying in two colors with an accessory like a scarf, tie, or necklace. Make a statement with color combination’s.

Closed toe shoes work best. The heal shouldn’t be more than three inches high. Spikes, wedges, or flip flops, are inappropriate.

Keep your make up simple. Be as natural as possible and you will be recognized as having class and style. Don’t look like you are trying to hard. It’s usually a sign of over compensating in one area to make up what’s lacking in another.

Don’t carry an over sized hand bag even if it is in style. Have an organized med sized bag so you can find things easily.

Keep nail polish in a neutral color with no designs. They shouldn’t be excessively long or chewed down. A man’s nails should be kept sort and clean.

Don’t wear accessories that make noise like bangle bracelets or that are too big like over sized hoop earrings.

Not more that one inch of cleavage. More is too distracting.

Walk, sit, and speak with your shoulders back. Slouching makes you look insecure.

Put a smile on your face and don’t forget how terrific you are. Remind yourself every day. Find something you like about yourself and get into the habit of complimenting yourself.