If you aren't able to wear heels on your journey to work then please, I beseech you, wear flat boots or ballet pumps to travel - not trainers! I know that comfort is vital, but there is no rule that says you can't be comfortable and stylish. When I travel by train I always wear flat shoes and carry my heels in my bag to change nto as soon as I reach my destination. Wherever possible, buy flat pumps in the same colour as heels so you always look coordinated and smart. In winter, flat boots are comfortable, warm and stylish - and if you buy well and look after them they will see you through many seasons.
Wearing the wrong coat is just as bad as wearing trainers with a suit. I have seen so many professional women ruin their look when travelling o work because they have shosen to wear a fashion coat over their suits. They are usually too short, often of poor quality as a fashion item is bought to last only one or two seasons. Again, since you will be wearing it on an almost daily basis, choosing the best quality, most expensive coat you can afford is a priority. A classic won't date too quickly and will repay the initial outlay over many years of wear. For spring and summer, choose a classic trench mac in beige or navy.
Dres to mpress at all times - you never know who is watching. Your next boss may travel on the same train as you every day. Save the high fashion look for evenings and weekends.
Remember to tip about carrying all your 'stuff' in a smart tote? I have seen so many otherwise smart looks ruined because the person is carrying their 'stuff' in a carrier bag, beach bag or rucksack. Now all these bags have a place - but it isn't with you en-route to work if you have any notion of promotion and scaling the heights of corporate success. There are some lovely designer totes available at quite reasonable prices - so there's no reason to travel like a bag lady!
Top Tip
Ensure you travel to work in style - you never know who is watching!
Copyright - 2011, Sue Courtney, Success & Image Ltd. All rights reserved.
Excerpted from "The Ultimate Guide to Personal Rebranding for Professional Females Climbing the Corporate Ladder" by Sue Courtney
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