Instead of wearing one style of clothing every day, choose a style that you specialize in to wear to work, saving you time, money and being more confident.
Don’t think your work uniform has to look like Steve Jobs. You don’t have to wear turtlenecks all four seasons, but think about what you like and enjoy wearing. If a shirt gets you complimented, think about buying more colors. Or, if you’ve found a pair of pants that are comfortable enough, buy a few more for everyday wear.
There are many reasons you should have a work uniform.
Less choices means less stress
Modern society has a phenomenon called “choice overload” and it makes people less happy. Standing in front of a crowded wardrobe, we take more time to choose, even feeling that the things we have bought are useless. If you want to reduce stress in your life, start by building a work uniform and get rid of the question: “What to wear now”.
Comfort anytime, anywhere
“Before the pandemic, many people thought that they had to wear rigid and uncomfortable things to look professional. But now, they realize they can still work well in comfortable clothes,” said Karen Lee, owner of a fashion brand that specializes in using recycled materials in the US, said.
Minimalism is synonymous with freedom
In the book Japanese minimalist lifestyle, author Fumio Sasaki writes: “We don’t need a lot of clothes to live a clean, comfortable life.” According to him, wearing familiar items that fit well and turn them into personal uniforms does not make people less stylish, but on the contrary, more liberal.
Save money and time
Buying a good item and using it many times saves you more money than buying a cheap but poor quality item. And with fewer shopping trips and trying on clothes, you’ll be able to spend more time on the things that really matter like work, kids, even sleep.
During his life, Steve Jobs always appeared with a uniform consisting of a black turtleneck, jeans and sports shoes. Photo: Psychology of Fashion
To build your personal uniform, start by picking out basic pieces that never go out of style like straight-leg jeans, canvas pants (black, navy or brown), a white shirt, and a top. vest or cardigan (black, navy and a bright color of your choice), loafers or heels.
According to Karen Lee, you should also ask some questions like whether you can eat comfortably while wearing them.
Next, you need to consider the material of the items. “See if you’re comfortable wearing them or if they’re sweat-wicking,” says Lee, adding that you need to be mindful of the specifics of your work so that the uniform’s material meets the requirements. well those requirements.
Finally, don’t forget to check out how to take care of the items. If you are a busy person, prioritize machine washable clothes.
Before wearing the uniform to work, you should try it in front of the mirror to see if there is any need to change. Most importantly, don’t be afraid of being judged by others. If you feel comfortable wearing an outfit, wear it again. In fact, not many people pay attention to what others wear because they are busy worrying about themselves. The right outfit will give you confidence and that confidence is what makes an impression.
Thu Nguyet (Follow HuffPost)
.