Men’s Style Secrets We Should Be Stealing

The saying used to go, that to be taken seriously in the workplace, a woman had to dress like a man. Luckily, we have drastically modified our take on women’s work attire and the rules are much less restrictive these days. In many work environments, especially in the creative sector, women can get away with wearing just about anything these days. People may actually be starting to focus less on what a woman is wearing and more on her actual work.

However, it seems there may be one or two style tips that women can learn from men. And, while appearances aren’t everything, in business it is still key to creating a lasting, professional image.

Pay attention to tailoring. Jennifer Aniston is known to have said that she gets all of her white t-shirts tailored. Now this may sound a little excessive, but actually makes a lot of sense. Men are constantly advised to pay attention to the fit of a garment and frequently will have off the rack pieces tailored to fit them perfectly. Why not apply this idea to women too? After all, fit is not any less important when it comes to women’s clothing. Create a foundation of well-tailored wardrobe staples and you will look elegant and professional in any situation.

Wear a man’s watch. Yes, we are serious. In this one, unique instance, the men’s version of an accessory is simply better. Traditionally, wristwatches were male attire, but while there are many great women’s options out there, men’s watches simply have the edge and show their rich history and tradition. With a more casual outfit, a man’s watch will add an unexpected, sexy twist to your outfit. After all, the tradition of women borrowing their man’s clothing is at least as old as the tradition of the wrist watch. But don’t worry if you don’t have a perfectly styled significant other who is willing to let you pinch his Rolex, find your own by looking at these options.

Find your uniform. Modern day entrepreneurs are well known for adopting a uniform. Whether it’s Steve Jobs and his turtleneck, or Mark Zuckerberg and his hoodie, they favor wearing the same outfit day after day to free their mind to think about other things. No doubt a time saver, this approach can help the modern career woman to streamline her routine. It does not have to be as limiting as Jobs’ and Zuckerberg’s approach; find a style that suits you and collect a number of outfits in this style. During the week, you will be able to just throw these on without thinking but still look like you have put effort into your appearance.

Let the details do the talking. If you have found your uniform, it’s time to pay attention to the details. Especially in a corporate environment, this is where your personality can really shine. Men have an advantage here. Thanks to years of being restricted to the suit and tie, they understand the power of details. Let your bag take center stage or show off your quirky side with a pair of interesting heels. Don’t neglect to think about the fabric. Make sure your wardrobe staples are made of beautiful, quality fabric and they will last you for years.