Posted by Karen Hughes on October 27th, 2009 in Articles, Etiquette
4 more days in the PINK! A little layering today. I think I’ll wear my pink tank underneath a shirt and then a sweater on top for some added warmth or maybe my denim jacket.
Today, I’m off to a new client to work with her on her colors and style. I was writing this morning [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on June 2nd, 2009 in Articles, College Graduates, Etiquette, Fashion Tips, First Impresions, Image, Image Matters Newsletter, Interview Skills, business, communication, success
Several weeks ago, I posted another image related question. This time I wanted to know what people thought about hosiery and asked the following question:
Do you think women should wear hosiery in business to be respected?
(Click Here to Place Your Vote)
The responses were not that astounding. It confirmed what most people already felt and that [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on April 11th, 2009 in Articles, College Graduates, Etiquette, Image, Interview Skills, Wardrobe, business, communication, success
It’s that time of year again. Graduation from College is a milestone that is both exhilarating and scary. From the day that you walked through the doors of your first class until now, everything was leading to this point. Now what???
If you have been coached by your advisers properly, you should have a resume that shows all of [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on April 6th, 2009 in Articles, Beauty, Color, Etiquette, Fashion Tips, Image, Style, Trends, Wardrobe, business, communication, success
In order for your wardrobe to really work for you, you must know where you stand with your functional foundation pieces. The functional foundation of your wardrobe is your “capsule”. It gives you the support you need to express yourself in a more creative way.
No matter what your style personality, your capsule will include the [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on April 4th, 2009 in Articles, Etiquette, Image, business, communication, success
I spoke to a group of high school juniors and seniors this week and what an inspiration they are. They are highly motivated and excited to ‘get on’ with life. My goal in talking to them was to speak about the importance communications plays in their overall success in life.
Most of us think that communication is simply the [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on March 11th, 2009 in Articles, Color, Etiquette, Fashion Tips, Image, Image Matters Newsletter, Trends, Uncategorized
Too often we focus on the things that are weigh us down and are all wrong. Especially today it is easy to get caught up in a world of dispair and ill-fated choices. When you begin your day why not think about the 1 thing that will make you look at yourself in a new way. It [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on December 3rd, 2008 in Articles, Beauty, Etiquette, Fashion Tips, Image, Image Matters Newsletter, Style, Trends
It’s that time of year again to dust off your dress shoes, pull out the etiquette books, and remind yourself of the simple courtesies of being a guest. Regardless of whether you are attending an office party or neighborhood party or even hosting one, polish up on your etiquette. Not only will it ensure your [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on November 5th, 2008 in Articles, Etiquette, Image, Style, Trends, Uncategorized
Your ability to communicate with others can account for fully 85% of your success in life. All else being equal, your ability to communicate can be the deciding factor in your next raise, job or business opportunity. A positive first impression is a powerful tool in demonstrating your competitive advantage to meet and exceed expectations. [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 7th, 2008 in Articles, Etiquette, Fashion Tips, Image, Style, Trends
The goal in getting dressed for work is to project a professional, competent image, regardless of your employment level or career path.
The styles, colors, lengths and fit of your fashion choices will speak about your ability to do your job. You should be more concerned with looking professional than looking cute or trendy. The more [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on December 31st, 2007 in Articles, Etiquette
Reflecting on the summer’s end and focusing on the fall season ahead, I am reminded again why understanding the impact your dress is so important. Do you remember hoopla over the “flip flop faux paux”? The Northwestern University championship woman’s lacrosse team met with President Bush at the White House. Many of them appeared in sundresses, and skirts with [...]