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Why the buttons on a blouse are on the left

28/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

Have you ever noticed that the buttons close differently on men and women? Men’s shirts have buttons on the right, women’s on the left. But why? I dived in.

In the photo on the left, you see a … read article

Presentable shirts in summer

23/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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Summer business attire is hard to get right. I previously wrote an article on this topic. When it’s warm, you perspire faster, making it a challenge to stay looking presentable. So … read article

ZOOM causes more mirror anxiety in women

21/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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Video calling, I’ve never been a fan. I am distracted by all the things that add nothing of value to the conversation. The tech that plays up, bad audio, the space … read article

Best braided hairstyles for work

16/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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When you think of business hairstyles, you probably don’t think of braids. These are more likely to be associated with children. Usually reserved for little girls, or so people think. But … read article

New shoes for the Dutch military

14/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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In May I wrote about STRONG (Soldier Transformation OnGoing), a Defense project working on equipping the Dutch soldier with new uniforms which include a unique camouflage pattern. The soldiers will also … read article

3 people fired for ‘funny’ work clothes

07/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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When it comes to appearance, some employers come up with the craziest reasons to fire someone. Of course, getting fired is not a fun subject, but sometimes the reason is hilarious. … read article

Employer gives employees a tattoo as a gift

02/06/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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Tattoos in the workplace are becoming more accepted. But the owner of Nova Cafe in Bozeman, a town in the US state of Montana, goes one step further. She pays for … read article

Which ladies’ jacket looks career-oriented?

31/05/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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When I was working for the government, I remember a colleague saying that image is everything. People’s opinion of you is based on the image you portray to the outside world. … read article

This is U.S.A. business dress etiquette

26/05/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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Do you conduct business with people from the United States? Via zoom or face-to-face meetings? If yes, keep reading. It is useful to know what the etiquette is and which clothing … read article

Schiphol opts for a completely different style with new corporate clothing

24/05/2021Aileen Out Leave a Comment

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This month, Schiphol announced employees will get a fresh look. So it is time to show you what the new clothing looks like and what has changed. But before I do … read article