Making a first impression counts. What you choose to wear to work can say a lot about you. More than just being fashion, work-wear can add professionalism to your career.

Customizing the right wardrobe to wear to work can save you time and money. What you wear to work shouldn’t make you feel uncomfortable. You should feel at home with what you wear, because work days can be long, racing from air conditioned offices to windy cold streets.

Depending on what industry you are in, be it creative or corporate, we’ve got you covered.

Casual workplaces
Casuals workplaces give you freedom to dress how you want – within reason.

A versatile functional wardrobe
What you wear to work should easily convert to day and street wear. Popping into the supermarket on the way home, you should be able to comfortably walk in your power-heels. Wearing a comfortable casual blazer is also another option if your workplace is lenient in their dress code.

Don’t forget the details
Accessories matter. Be true to your style, and wear jewelry that completes your look. A scarf can be a dashing finish to an outfit, and can become a versatile addition to your wardrobe. Shoes are also important. Men in particular, remember to wear neat, tidy, clean shoes. Sneakers are not acceptable (unless you’re a personal trainer) and never with jeans!

Wear what fits
Men, do your pants slide down to reveal more underwear than a Victoria’s Secret catalog? Invest in a belt to save embarrassment. Women, it might be wise to check the dress code and see if low cut blouses and short skirts are appropriate.

Most importantly – be creative and true to yourself! Study your dress code at work. Look for common denominators in what people wear to work. You should be able to throw in a tweaks of personal style here and there, without raising the eyebrows of HR. And finally, remember that you dress for the job you want, not the job you have.