Internships are essential to your career and could singlehandedly change your life. You may go through long hours, get no sleep, or even have a tough boss, but at the end of the day, you are making a big step to into your lifelong career.
In order to be successful, you must work hard. You must put in 100%. And you must look your best. The way you dress reflects who you are, who you want to be, and what you stand for. All in all, "The way you look reflects your self image, attitude, confidence and state of mind. A strong, purposeful presence is the hallmark of an effective image," -Natalie Jobbity.
Looking your best as well as staying in style is sometimes hard to achieve in the professional world, but it is possible.
Here are 16 necessities to look professional, classy and stylish during your internship.
1. A blazer. CLASSIC.
2. Black heels. Every girl's closet MUST have a pair.
3. Along with black heels, you need to have a pair of nude heels. Adaptable to any color outfit (especially on those days where those black heels aren't acceptable for your navy outfit).
3. Many, many flats. Your feet will thank you later.
4. Jewelry, but most importantly a statement necklace. The best way to make your outfit from a 5 to a 10.
5. A pleated skirt. Trendy and cute.
6. A little black dress. "When a little black dress is right, there is nothing else to wear in its place" -Coco Chanel.
7. A simple white button down. Everyone needs some simplicity in an outfit. You will find these under those statement necklaces (#4).
8. A pencil skirt. A business-casual fashion staple.
9. A tote. Invest in a good quality, as well as chic, bag that will be used long-term.
10. A watch. Practical and an easy way to accessorize in a fashionable way.
11. A basic cardigan. They're multipurpose for all seasons.
12. Neutral colored slacks - capris, skinny, flare, etc. Very common in business fashion. They are professional, chic and comfortable
13. A pop of color. The business world is known as black and white as well as on overall serious profession. Adding color can add liveliness and positivity to the environment.
14. A trench coat. A timeless classic for those chilled commutes to work.
15. Patterns. A sophisticated way to make your outfit outside of the ordinary.
16. And don't forget, you're never fully dressed without a smile.
Put together many of these necessities into one outfit and you will be the best-dressed in the office.
At the end of the day, one must listen to Coco Chanel; "A girl should be two things: Fabulous and Classy," AT ALL TIMES.
Dress for success.
XO,
Alyssa Ellyn
