The Right Way to Dress For Work, According to Your Career Stage

The Right Way to Dress For Work, According to Your Career Stage It can be easy to fall into a pattern of dressing at a certain level, but when you earn a promotion, you should promote your style, too.As you move up the ranks of your business, dont let your wardrobe stay on one level. Every company has their own dress code (official or unofficial), of course, so let that and your own taste be your guide. But within those confines, there are ways to make sure your fashion choices convey your ort, like these five looks below.1. InternStepping into your first professional role may feel intimidating, so put together looks that help you channel and project confidence. Take cues from how those you work with style themselves, but keep things simple overall. Create looks that are crisp and put together to show that you take the job seriously enough that theyll rush to offer you a position after you graduate.2. Entry-levelGet a feel for what you want your workwear vibe to be early on, and buil d from there. Incorporate pieces that are versatile, so as you progress you can reach for fun accessories to create different tones. Button-downs and slacks are an ideal combo because they are easy t to put together while still looking professional. Experiment with color, but keep your look polished and promotion-ready.3. SupervisorAfter your hard work is noticed and youve earned the opportunity to move up a rung, put together outfits that are slightly more elevated than the standard for your supervisees. Seek out options that are chic and show that you mean business. A simple pencil skirt is a winning addition to any supervisor closet.4. DirectorStep up your game again when you have a larger team to leave. Show that youre ready to lead by rocking a structured look that is together and authoritative. Incorporate powerful staples like a textured blazer or large ansicht bag.5. ExecutiveFind your metaphorical (or literal) power suit by opting for a style that is equally smart and sophi sticated. A sleek set paired with a neutral heel is guaranteed to convey that youre ready to take on anything that the workday may throw at you. And if theres ever a time where youve earned the right to rock especially bold colors to work, the C-suite is it Just keep it polished still by opting for strong shapes and clean lines. Add on a serious watch and power through your day.--Kayla Heisler is an essayist and Pushcart Prize-nominated poet. She is an MFA candidate at Columbia University, and her work appears in New Yorks Best Emerging Poets 2017 anthology.