As you consider your goals for the new year, creating a vision board may be an effective way to visualize the lifestyle and career you want. Since vision boards can be a form of manifestation, a previous post reminds you to practice tips like reflecting on your vision board daily, breaking down your goals into small, actionable steps, and revisiting and revising the board as the year progresses.
However, when it comes to career goals and ambitions, you can practice another form of manifestation through power dressing. More than just dressing appropriately for the workplace, this growing trend among professional women serves as a channel for commanding attention and taking back their voice and power, especially in male-dominated fields like business and finance. Power dressing staples typically include structured dresses, oversized blazers, and tailored trousers, but Black women like corporate lawyer and fashion designer Busayo Olupona have also been incorporating colorful patterns into their office fashion.
Another interesting way to dress your way to success is to accessorize through eyewear, as your eyes are usually what other professionals notice first when interacting with you. Whether you’re working toward a job promotion or simply want to make a powerful impression among colleagues, below are tips for letting your eyewear do the talking.
Choose a Frame Shape that Suits You
Power dressing with the help of eyewear starts with choosing frames that perfectly complement your face, thus making you look more professional and sophisticated. A tried-and-tested way to find suitable frames is to consider your face shape and features, such as your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline. Round faces with soft cheeks and a less angular jaw are recommended to wear geometric frames to contour their faces.
Meanwhile, if you have sharper features with a square or rectangular face shape, round eyeglasses can harmonize your facial proportions and strike the right balance between friendliness and authority. Eyewear brand Ray-Ban has a diverse selection of round styles, from the wire-rimmed Round Metal Optics to the thicker Larry Optics made of acetate. Aside from their distinct silhouette, these frames are lightweight to guarantee comfort when you wear them at work.
Opt for subtle Frame Colors and Designs
Another way to keep your eyewear choices equally intentional and professional is to opt for subtlety. While colorful frames may be trendy, they may give off a more casual and laid-back look, which runs in contrast to the purpose of power dressing.
Instead, consider chic and powerful frame colors like black, brown, and gray, or patterns like tortoiseshell and gradient. As a successful actress and entrepreneur, Keke Palmer can be your power-dressing inspiration through her collaborative eyewear collection with Zenni Optical. The “Summer Love” collection may focus on fun and vibrant frame styles, but there are also more subtle options, such as the cool-toned aviators and tortoiseshell cat-eye glasses.
Consider the Frame size and Fit
Lastly, visually communicate your power, independence, and authority in the workplace by carefully choosing your glasses’ frame size. Classic black frames like the square-shaped GG12190 glasses from Gucci can help make a memorable impression through their thick and oversized silhouette. However, you don’t always have to wear something oversized to evoke intellect and power, as thin yet structured frames like Miu Miu’s rimless glasses can do the trick.
In summary, eyewear can be an effective tool for power dressing if you take the time to consider which frame shape, design, and size best match your professional traits and career goals. If you enjoyed this article, check out the rest of the beauty and lifestyle posts here at FEMI Magazine.
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