It is a popular saying that you don't have a second opportunity to make a
good first impression. And what gives a first impression more than your
appearance? What constitutes your appearance if your attire is not considered?
It is often true that you are addressed the way you are dressed. It is therefore
very important that we give it close attention because it is often people's
preferred yardstick for evaluating our person. In some cases, it is the only
yardstick they will ever have.
A slovenly dressed person may have noble thoughts and character. However, he
rarely gets the opportunity to show his true worth. A lot of opportunities have
been lost because little attention was paid to it. Great relationships also have
ended sometimes because it was not given its due place.
The style of your wardrobe should reflect your person and by person I refer
to your age, status, circumstances, responsibility and obligations. What may be
appropriate for one age group in a certain situation may be totally acceptable
for another. Your clothing also should enhance your natural appearance. It
should cover faults and reinforce your good aspects. There are ways to achieve
this for those who really are committed to it. This is really a subject that
will be done much justice if a person uses a little common sense.
There is certainly a limit to how proper clothing can enhance a person's
natural appearance. On the other hand, there is also no appearance that cannot
be enhanced by a careful selection and combination of cloths.
Your hairstyle, the length and design of your clothes, the colors all play
together to make or mar your appearance. Look at those who look good, there are
certainly a few who have some or most of your features. See what they wear that
looks good and try them out. You'll be surprised at how much change you'll
achieve your appearance. And with your appearance enhanced, you'll be surprised
at the doors and opportunities that will open up to you.
In case you are tempted to belittle the importance of good clothing, ask
yourself who you'll approach to do business with: A neatly dressed gentleman or
sloppy and unkempt fellow. Your guess is as good as mine.
Most of us will always choose to do business with a person who is dressed
appropriately for their business area. So the next time you are considering
wearing a casual outfit to work you should reconsider and put on your best suit.
Your business associates will appreciate the effort you put into making a great
first appearance. Plus when you dress up you will automatically feel better
about yourself.