48 | The Lion King
A woman’s
guide to
appropriate
office dressing
By Amaka Agu
A
lot of female professionals often
miss the mark when it comes to
looking professional. However,
the key lies in striking a good balance:
not being over (or under) dressed, not
dowdy. This generally entails avoiding
sexy suggestive clothing while on the
other hand, also avoiding looking un-
kempt and sloppy; not baring too much
skin, while not disguising your natural
figure either.
Here are quick guides to help you get it
right when putting it together.
Low-cut blouses don’t cut it
Cleavage is not office-appropriate.
Avoid it at all costs! V-necks, scoop-
necks, and other drooping necklines
are okay as long as they keep the
majority of your chest covered.
Spaghetti straps and
sleeveless blouses should
stay covered
A frilly camisole may look nice beneath
a tailored suit jacket, but if you need
to take your jacket off for any reason,
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