Great academics, stunning looks, crisp accent and a turn-down at the job interview – this is what happened with Sohail, a management graduate who appeared for a job interview but failed to get through for a reason that he can’t figure out.

Not just Sohail, a lot of us wonder and ponder over what apart from a good qualification, looks and language sets apart the best from the average. The problem just exists tin understanding that what makes the difference and also in applying what it takes.

No Tees please…

It is widely known that to carry oneself around professionally, one should replace the tees in the wardrobe with collared shirts. T-shirts present a casual and informal essence of one’s psyche. On the other hand, collared shirts are synonymous with professional appearance and style. Evidence very much is visible in the dress codes of corporate houses across the globe.

What fit fits?

Today the trend has shifted from the traditional chosen few to a myriad of styles and fittings. Skin fit is the one that has entered the corporate arena too. A skin hugging shirt with crusty collars just adds to the exquisiteness of the attire and persona both.

Spectrum is wide…

True! The spectrum of colors is wide and what color to wear is indeed another mind-boggling issue that worries most of us. Natural and subtle shades are often the one that should to be worn at work, whereas vibrant and much brighter ones can be worn at parties or over the weekend just to add a tinge of delight in the mood and attire.

What’s with trousers?

Flat front? Pleated? Khakis? It is a perplexity that haunts us all. Trust us, as long as you can match a fine shirt with any of the types of trousers, it can make things beyond just fine. Ironed, clean and fitting – three traits those need to be taken care of though.

Ties break the tie…

Sounds Poetic? But true! A tie can make a huge difference in the way one is perceived by the onlookers. Ties too are to worn and chosen in contrast with the color of shirt put on. It is history when ties were endorsed solely in winters, even the summer apparel can be beautified with an addition of a tie in the said. But, make sure that the tie you wear is crisp and clean for the icing on cake, if not good – soils the taste.

Cufflinks? Ahem Ahem!

If you just coughed on the mention of cuff links, this is exactly what the bystander would do on the head-turning look that you and your cufflinks would result in. The said is best for the days when you are to walk-in for an interview or for a dinner at the finest diner in the town with your boss.

Whew! That dust sucks!

We always are way too cautious about our dressing and the things related but often fail to notice one factor that turns things upside down. Yes, if you guessed it right – we are discussing footwear. Floaters and sneakers don’t go well with a groomed soul that a professional ought to carry in him. Wear shoes, wingtips or slip-in, they both work best when it comes to official and professional dressing sense. Polish them till they luster, the shine should match the one you strive to carry on your face.