Formal wear is the classic and timeless style which is associated with work and office(think yuppies of the 1980's/1990's America). Formal wear makes it difficult for us to understand the person in front of us since the look is reserved and often hides the true personalty of the person. The most commonly used colors are neutrals, black, grey, brown, beige, white and various dark colors. Fabrics that are often used are high quality and rigid. Plain fabrics, long flowing sleeved blouses in plain colors, check or stripe...never polka dots which is to casual and unprofessional. Formal wear should never mention sexuality because we must convince people with our personality and our brain never our sexuality. Skirts are never mini and must always reach the knee....on the other hand long skirts to the floor are to relaxed and look like beach wear. Heels are thick and stable for walking and working. The bag is rigid (think Hermes Kelly bag). The image we project sells us and our credibility depends on the way we dress. When you meet someone you have 8 seconds to make a good impression. The way you dress is your packaging that covers our personalty (ex. heart print/shapes are bad since it may look like you are a little girl and need to grow up) Wide shoulders have long been a symbol of power and professionalism and one can find these looks often in men's and women's suiting.
