the dapper cartoonist
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The Dapper CartoonistAdvice on dressing professionally for portfolio reviews and more.
Dressing Professionally in A Creative Environment
Doesn’t have to mean suit and tieCreative environments, while still
professional workplaces, provide and encourage more opportunities for you to express yourself
Does not have to be expensive
Determining Your Personal Style
Seek inspiration online: ◦Pinterest, Tumblr, Lookbook, style blogs, Polyvore,
The SartorialistBegin by collecting photos of pieces or outfits
you likeBreak down why you like it: cut, color,
silhouette, fabric, functionalityBegin adding similar pieces to your wardrobeBuy a few well made staples (nice dresses,
good slacks) and work around that Familiarize with fashion terms, so you know
what to look and ask for.
Building Your Wardrobe
Learn to shop sales on a regular basis. Slickdeals and RetailMeNot are useful sites.
If you don’t have a car, shopping online can be a real boon◦ Gilt, Ideeli, Modcloth, Emerging Thoughts, Shop Ruche,
Plasticland, Fred Flare, Unique Vintage, Amazon, Overstock Shopping online can be a bit of trial and error, find out
your measurements and read the descriptions and customer comments carefully.
Plenty of local options on Broughton:◦ Terra Cotta, Loose Lucy, Fab’rik
Classic fabrics don’t go out of style, but cuts may- dark wash denim is always ‘cool’, khaki is generally business casual.
It’s hard to go wrong with oxford and polo shirts
Men’s Pant Cuts
Oxford Vs Polo
Women’s Pant Cuts
Different Skirts
Dress Silhouettes
More Affordable Options
Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Steinmart, and Ross’s all carry some designer seconds
Steinmart has a nice mens wear selection, including nice ties and dress shirts, for very affordable prices
Marshalls on Abercorn often carries Calvin Klein for far under MSRP, and has a nice selection of purses
Goodwill has always been very hit or miss for me, but I know a lot of people swear by it
Civvies carries vintage pieces at the same price as new, but you may be able to sell gently worn clothing for cash or store credit.
Putting Together an Outfit
Pick a theme, single piece, or accent color to work around
Fun accessories can be procured cheaply, and can add a lot of personality to an otherwise boring outfit
Try to keep your color palette limited
Color Palette Options
Neutral with an accent colorMonochromaticComplementary
Neutral Outfit with Pop of Color
Monochromatic (With Accent Colors)
Complementary
Dressing Appropriately for Editor’s Day
YES NO
Nice dressesNice skirtsNice blousesOxford shirtsTiesPolo shirtsBeltsDress slacksPressed khaki pants
Pajamas Sweatshirts, sweatjackets,
sweatpants Anything stained Anything torn Anything wrinkled Tank tops Shorts Flip flops Anything halter, spaghetti
strap, or strapless without a sweater or jacket
Running shoes
You Shouldn’t Be Hiding Behind Your Hair
Ladies Gentleman
Short hair- Combed and well maintained
Longer hair- Consider styling it, or pulling it up away from your face
If you have long hair, make sure it’s brushed, and consider pulling it away from your face
If you generally have short hair, now might be the time to get a trim
If you have a beard, make sure it’s well maintained- not a neckbeard
If you don’t usually have a beard, now’s the time for a shave
Ladies’ Updos
Braids
Simple Styles
The Neckbeard
Most Importantly- Confidence
Carry yourself well- shoulders back, head up
Make eye contactSmileBe proud of yourself and your work
Editor’s Day Essentials
Consider carrying these in your backpack or purse at all times:◦Gum◦Floss◦Deodorant◦Optional: Solid or Roll-On Perfume
Night Before Editor’s Day
Pick out your outfitDrink lots of waterPrepare your portfolioGo to sleep early
Little Extras
Bags beneath your eyes◦ Resting teabags over your eyes can help alleviate dark circles◦ Hydrating the skin under your eyes is a longterm solution
Dehydrated lips◦ Burts Bees or any beeswax based lipbalm really helps
Overnight zit◦ A little toothpaste on the zit the night before will help dry it out
Makeup◦ Only wear it if you feel confident doing so◦ You don’t want to look like you’re wearing makeup, only that you’ve
refined some of your features◦ Keep it simple, for many, tinted lipbalm and a little mascara works
wonders
Remember, you are talented, fantastic, and charming, so carry yourself that way.
Links
www.askmen.com http://www.overstock.com/guides/womens-pants-buying-guide http://www.ehow.com/how_4906661_cuts-lengths-of-ladies-
pants.html http://blog.uniformpoint.com/post/2012/02/29/Different-Types-
of-Women-Pants.aspx
http://thebeautydepartment.com http://
www.modcloth.com/store/modcloth/shop-spotlight-styles/work-appropriate
http://www.thesartorialist.com/ http://youlookfab.com/ http://
www.gq.com/style/wear-it-now/201009/new-business-casual-september-gq-style#slide=1