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By Chuah Kee Man “Go Professional Programme” 2014 By Academic and Career Exco Sakura Residential College, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

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This is a presentation for the “Go Professional Programme” 2014 By Academic and Career Exco, Sakura Residential College, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak. Most of the content is from thorough readings. Photos are for decorative purposes only and they belong to their respective owners.

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Page 1: Dress for Success: From Head to Toe (Malaysian Ladies Edition)

By Chuah Kee Man

“Go Professional Programme” 2014

By Academic and Career Exco

Sakura Residential College, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

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Disclaimer

I’m not a fashion expert

or an image consultant.

I am just an ordinary man....

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What’s the point of

knowing how to

wear professionally?

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To let others be

impressed,

you must first be

well dressed.~Chuah Kee Man

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You cannot climb the

ladder of success

dressed in the

costume of failure.~Zig Ziglar

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For decades, studies

have shown people

who are hired or

promoted tend to

dress better.

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Dress decently but not

merely imitating the

celebrities or models…

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..because your

workplace is not a

fashion runway,

It’s your stairway to

success.~ Chuah Kee Man

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No matter how we try

to ignore,

People still judge us by

our appearance.

And sadly even more so

for women!

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Wardrobe considerations for work, women

usually have more to think about…

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The “Terms”

Business Professional Business Casual Casual

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Part 1

Head to Toe

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The Hair• Avoid dyeing your hair with striking colours

• Well-groomed hairstyle

• If your hair is rather long, tie your hair

neatly

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Fun FactRecent surveys and studies showed:

More than 70% of men indicated that

they notice women because of their

hair.

~Glamour.com

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The Hijab• KISS – Keep it Sweet and Simple

• Keep to “1 colour”

• Avoid complicated patterns

• Best colours? Shades of brown, pink or grey

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The Face• Clean and no visible piercings

• Minimal make up with conservative tones

• Eye brows and “eye shadows”: natural

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The Ears• Simple ear rings

• Avoid long dangling ones

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The Body• Wear according to your body size

• Clothes must be suitable with professions

• Not revealing or eye-striking (not too shiny)

• Avoid elaborated accessories

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The Hands• Clean

• Trimmed Fingernails (not too long)

• Hand bags? Not too big or glittering.

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The Accessories• Minimal (if possible don’t use them)

• But make use of the suitable ones (simple

yet elegant) to make you stand out.

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The Shoes• Clean and well-polished

• Not too fancy (No sneakers, sandals, boots)

• Stilettos or pumps are fine (but not too high)

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Part 2

The Overall Look

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The Basic 3Cs Principles to

Look Good:

Colour Comfort Cleanliness

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ColourThe color of your clothing sends a

subconscious message about your

personality.

Loyal and Committed

Authoritative

Calm and cool

Friendly

Powerful

Clean

Neutral

Neutral

Neutral

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ComfortMake sure you feel comfortable too.

Not too tight/loose, not revealing and

most importantly the fabric suits you.

Match the clothes with your

professions.

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CleanlinessIt’s very important to be clean which

includes well-brushed teeth and fresh

breath.

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These 3Cs will lead to

the ultimate C…

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CONFIDENCE

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Part 3

The Big NO

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No “Sexy” Attires

Never assume being sexy gives

you better prospect

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No Excessive Perfumes

Employers may be allergic to

perfumes and it can be distracting

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No Chewing Gums

Distracting and also indicates that

you are not showing respect

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No “Bad” Manners

Good Manners will enhance your

look. Bad manners will surely “kill” you.

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Part 4

The Inner Beauty

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Body language is

equally

important. Don’t

forget to “wear”

your smile!

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Project positive

“aura” or vibes.

And show your

inner beauty.

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In a nutshell…

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To dress professional does

not mean you have to

spend on expensive

brands.

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Start simple by focusing

on improving the way

your dress. Being

moderate is the key.

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Dress according to your

profession too. Follow the

dress code if it is given.

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Most importantly, make

sure you feel good about

yourself.

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Thank you.A copy of this slide is available at

http://is.gd/dressforsuccess