This is my first lifestyle blog, and I'm kicking it off strong by talking about fashion. Now I didn't go to school for fashion, and nor do I brag about being a fashion expert, but being a high-ranking saleswoman at my company, I know I have to dress the part. And I want to give you the fashion tips that I use every day to look like a boss and act like one.
It's amazing how what we wear affects our attitude! I know for me my attitude drastically changes if I'm wearing something like sweatpants or a swimsuit compared to a dress shirt and slacks. Studies have shown that what we wear does affect how we behave and act towards others. So I want you to think of your wardrobe as a tool for boosting your confidence and esteem. If you're already nervous about a big meeting or a presentation or a date, use your clothes to your advantage. Think of your upcoming event as a battle, you have to have the right armor on to win right?
I start by picking an outfit that I've had previous good experiences in. Science has shown that we attach memories to everything, smells, food, even clothes. I can remember shirts I've worn on a day where I had a great sale or watched my son do something cool, and those memories stick with the clothes. By wearing something already associated with a good memory, you'll trigger that memory again when you wear the clothes and get those feelings of happiness from that memory. This will help you to feel happier already, even before walking out of your room!
Secondly, when I pick an outfit, I take the time to think through the statement I'm making. People usually wear their clothes for a purpose, whether it's to run in their jogging shorts, or make a presentation in a dress. Make sure your clothes fit the purpose you have. You wouldn't wear flip-flops to a business convention, because flip-flops have a purpose for outdoors and the beach, while most conventions are indoors and usually business professional. It's as simple as that, ask yourself what your purpose is for your upcoming event or day, and then find the clothes to fit the purpose. 
So, right now you're thinking, what about actually picking the clothes? Well I have a very simple method I use, and it's super easy, and I call it anchoring. I'm sure there's another name for it, but it pretty much works by picking the busiest piece of your clothing (whether it has the most pattern or color) and making that your anchor piece. Once you have your anchor piece set (it could be a scarf like mine here or a dress), you work all your other pieces of clothing around your anchor piece. So if I picked a striped scarf for my anchor piece that's black and white, I may pick some black or navy slacks to go with it and a black shirt. These both go with the anchor piece and aren't in competition with it, by clashing in patterns or colors. We've all had those fashion faux-pas where we've worn clashing colors or patterns that are just too much. By using anchoring, you're minimizing your patterns and colors to a professional level, and allowing yourself to look more composed. Like my scarf to the right, has pink in it, and I've used both my vest and shirt underneath to bring out the colors in the scarf and work with it as an anchor piece.
Honestly, it's just that simple when it comes to dressing like a boss. Remember, be purposeful, use your past memories, and anchor to dress your way to success! If you have your own fashion advice, let me know below! I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments, and am always open to suggestions.
Until next time!
Katie
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