So, last time I checked my closet (which was about two weeks ago), I discovered I own one black button-up, three white button-ups, two pairs of black slacks, one black pencil skirt, and one black and white pencil skirt. Thus ends the list of professional clothes I own. Yikes.
I knew I needed more of what I call "real clothes", but I haven't really needed them in my time in High School, because I generally just had to wear Skills attire (white blouse, black bottoms). And now as I stand in the face of "adulting" (another one of my fabulous terms.) I realize I need more real clothes. Stat.
So I got on Pinterest, in hopes of finding some ideas on what I should look for, and I found either outfits that would totally work if you had a job on Fourth Street, or outfits and tips that would be great if you were working in an ultra-conservative law firm from 1855. "Only wear button up tops" and "Neutral colors only" or "hair should be conservative" and "no visible knees if you choose to wear a skirt".
I get the part about not looking like you work on Fourth Street. That is important. You don't want to be like Cerie. But only button-ups and neutral colors? I'm pretty sure you can be young and professional looking. Bright colors can be professional. Blouses and dresses can be professional. Heaven forbid I try to express myself.
My other favorite tip is "dress for the job you want, not the job you have". I think if I showed up dressed as Black Canary there might be an issue. Because my dream job is definitely to be a part of the Justice League of America and kick butts. Crazy martial art skills and a sonic scream would be fun.And also Justice League membership. Yes, Please! But, so far as I can tell, fishnets, boots, a black leotard, and a jacket don't constitute "professional attire". And I think impersonating a law enforcement officer for the sake of "dressing for the job you want" is not worth the time behind bars.
"Am I less of a lady if I don't wear pantyhose? My mama said a lady ain't what she wears, it's what she knows." - India.Arie "Video"
-D.
