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Chapter 16 Understanding the Principles of Dressing (2)
However, whether it is a man or a woman, if you need to drink tea, eat or smoke, you should take off your gloves in advance.In addition, it is not allowed for women to wear gloves to make up.Ladies like to wear long gloves at the ball. If they are properly matched with other clothing, they will look elegant, but don't wear rings, bracelets, watches, etc. outside the gloves.If you wear a short-sleeved top to the dance, be sure not to wear short gloves, otherwise it will look ugly.

Leather gloves have a sense of stability, which can bring out the style of middle-aged people and the chicness of young people. They can be worn on ordinary occasions or formal occasions.Wool gloves are soft in texture and are more suitable for sports occasions such as skating and skiing.The thin gauze gloves can show the soft lines of the fingers and can be worn on social occasions.Ladies generally choose to wear silk gloves or mesh gloves for balls and banquets.Wearing a pair of woolen gloves on this occasion will definitely make you laugh.

If gloves are worn that meet the sleeves, the gloves should be covered by the sleeves and not conversely tucked into the gloves.

Accessories for the finishing touch

Clothing accessories are crucial in a person's overall attire.A well-used accessory is like a finishing touch, which can make you more chic and elegant, while a poorly-used accessory is like superfluous additions, which can only ruin your image.Because in social occasions, the necessary attention should be given to the accessories of clothing.Wear it with a black or white bow tie for formal occasions.Bows are all the rage right now on the sports field or for more relaxed occasions.Wearing a bow to participate in social activities does not feel serious.

A tie is called the soul of a suit, so you should work hard on the choice.Before President Reagan became famous, clothing experts found that his head looked smaller, so they suggested that he wear a shirt with a wider collar and a diagonal stripe tie with a large knot.When he appeared in front of everyone like this, no one could see this shortcoming.You see, wearing a tie can make up for people's physical defects very well!The tie should not be too long or too short, and its lower end should touch the belt when standing.When wearing a vest or sweater.Ties are to be tucked into a vest or sweater.It is not advisable to loosen the tie on a formal occasion, but it is not necessary to wear a tie on a casual holiday.A man should have several extra ties for different occasions.For example, the tie worn at a wedding should not be more colorful than the groom's tie.

Many people use tie clips now.It is actually a general term for tie types, tie sticks, tie pins, and tie pins, which play the role of fixing the tie.In some European countries, using tie clips is considered a bad habit.People there believe that it is the beauty of wearing a tie when a man lets his tie flutter gently on his chest while walking, and it doesn't look good to use tie clips to tighten the tie tightly.If using tie clips, don't use a cheap product either.The position of the tie clip should not be too close to the top, it is better to count the 4th button of the shirt from top to bottom.When the suit jacket is buttoned, the tie clip should not be visible.It cannot be clipped to the collar of a jacket.

Men's belts are available for work and leisure.The belt used in work is preferably black or brown leather, and the width generally does not exceed 3 cm.And the belt with casual clothes, no matter how beautiful it is.Middle-aged people have larger waists, so they can wear slightly wider belts, and their colors and styles should not be too eye-catching.The belt is not tied with a rope, so it should not be too long, usually no more than 10 cm from the belt buckle.

Women's belts should be considered to match the clothing.In addition, women's belts used as decoration should also pay attention to body shape.If you have a slender willow waist, wearing a wide belt will make you look even more charming.If the waistline is too thick, you can wear a belt with thick buckles and cover it with an unbuttoned coat or vest, so that the buckles of the belt will become the focus of attention of others.

Many middle-aged people with big bellies and status like to use suspenders.There are many types of suspenders texture and color, which one to use is everyone's own business.But keep it out of the way on all occasions, and if you think your suspenders are very beautiful, then just admire them for yourself.

Although buttons are small, they have a great effect on clothing.Button styles on women's clothing can be varied and unpredictable, but men's buttons should not be trendy.The suit jacket is double-breasted, and must be buttoned up when wearing it.If it is single-breasted, there are 2 buttons and 3 buttons.The former should be fastened with the first top button, while the latter should be fastened with the middle button.Look rustic with a single-breasted blazer all buttoned up.If the suit vest has 6 buttons, the lower one does not need to be fastened; if it has 5 buttons, all of them should be fastened.An elegant suit jacket with luxurious cufflinks, if chosen properly, can make people appear stable and energetic.

Those who wear suits should remember that in formal occasions, the buttons should be fastened according to the rules when standing and unbuttoned when sitting down, not the other way around.When wearing a Chinese tunic suit on social occasions, all the buttons should be buttoned up, especially collar buttons and trouser buttons.

Men can choose sheer or cashmere scarves in brown, gray, navy or dark caramel for the office or more formal occasions, while white scarves or scarves with tassels can be used for family gatherings or vacations.When entering the room, men should take off their scarves together with their coats.There are many kinds of scarves for women, which can not only be wrapped around the neck to keep out the cold, but also can be tied on the hair and waist for decoration.If you use the silk scarf buckle to match the silk scarf, there will be more changes.Ladies choose the color of the scarf, and the style should be compatible with the identity and the environment.

Handkerchiefs can be divided into two types. One is the ordinary handkerchiefs that are carried around for wiping sweat, hands and mouth. At least two handkerchiefs should be carried and changed every day.Never use a soiled or crumpled handkerchief in front of people.At present, people have begun to use toilet paper to replace ordinary handkerchiefs.

Another type of handkerchief is the decorative handkerchief.It is made of folded handkerchiefs of various monochromatic colors, and there are many styles.It can be placed in the pocket of a dress or suit jacket, and can be changed to match the color of the tie and shirt.Decorative handkerchiefs cannot be used as ordinary handkerchiefs, but they add dignity and elegance to a man when used properly.

Wearing glasses well can make people look elegant and dignified.A person with a square face should choose a frame with a large round frame and thick lines; a person with a round face should choose a square and wide frame; and an oval face is most suitable for glasses with a wide frame.When talking or saluting, it is best to take off your glasses first and put them back on later.When choosing to wear sunglasses, the trademark should be peeled off, and don't use the trademark to show off to others that "this is an authentic thing".

The pockets of men's suit jackets and trousers are not suitable for putting things, so men should carry a briefcase in official activities, which is more airy than those small or shoulder handbags.Choose a briefcase made of dark brown or brown leather as the top grade, do not use gray, and do not use shiny, painted patterns or advertisements.Suitcases may only be taken to lunch appointments.

Women's handbags should be worn on the hands, not carried around in the hands.Slender ladies should not use large bags, while tall ladies should not use small bags.The ladies' bags made of wall calendars are suitable for young ladies to use in daily life. It is not a good idea to carry a colorful lady's bag on a formal occasion.

Walking stick parasols are a necessity in life.It is not right to carry a cane or a parasol on your shoulder or hang it in your arm.Hold it in your hand without shaking it, either hold the handle or let it swing naturally.The flower umbrellas used by ladies should not be used by men, and it is better for young people not to use a cane to pretend.The wallet is preferably made of leather.The long and large wallet is regarded as a man's "pocket secretary" and can only be placed in the inside pocket of a suit jacket.Be careful not to overfill with other types of wallets.The women's wallet can be carried anywhere or in a bag.

Gold pens, watches, and lighters were once regarded by Westerners as the three major accessories for men, and they were regarded as status symbols.Professional men should carry at least one pen and one pencil, which can be placed in a briefcase or in the inner pocket of the suit jacket, but never in the outer pocket of the suit jacket.A man with status had better bring a better pen in his communication.

The wearing of watches varies from person to person, but no matter men or women, it is best to wear mechanical watches in foreign affairs, not diving watches, space watches or cartoon watches.

Lighters can be used as decorations or as gifts.But in social situations, addicts must remember not to snub others by boasting about their brand-name lighters.

On formal occasions, people should use a key case to carry their keys and put it in the inside pocket of a suit jacket or in a briefcase.Don't use key fobs, key chains or pin your keys on your belt, as the keys ring when you walk, which is inappropriate.

Some men regard the BP machine as an accessory and hang it on the outer pocket of the suit jacket when they have nothing to do. This kind of thinking and practice should not be done.

There is also a set of rules for wearing jewelry. It is a silent language, which not only implies a certain meaning to others, but also shows the wearer's hobbies and self-cultivation.Although you don't have to obey it completely, you can't be careless in social situations.

Xiaoqing is studying at the Institute of Foreign Languages. Once she met an overseas Chinese asking for directions, she warmly helped her.Parting, the overseas Chinese left a business card and said seriously: "Thank you. You and your 'that one' are welcome to my apartment as guests." Xiaoqing was stunned for a moment, she didn't have a boyfriend at all.But there was nothing wrong with that overseas Chinese. The reason why he said this was because he saw Xiaoqing wearing a ring on the ring finger of his left hand.

There are quite a few similar things. During the No.11 Asian Games, a foreign reporter asked his Chinese counterparts in bewilderment: "What does it mean that Chinese ladies wear several rings on one hand?" Make them rich." Only then did he deal with it.The ring should usually be worn on the left hand, presumably because it is less used for labor, so it will not damage the ring.There is no ring on the thumb.Putting the ring on the index finger means courtship without chance.Wearing it on the middle finger means that you are in love.Wearing it on the ring finger means that you are engaged or married.Wearing a ring on the little finger implies that you are a celibate. In many western countries, unmarried women wear rings on their right hands instead of their left hands.The nun's ring is always worn on the ring finger of the right hand, which means that she has dedicated her love to God.Under normal circumstances, it is not appropriate to wear only one ring on one hand, and it is not appropriate to wear two or more rings.When participating in foreign-related activities, it is better to wear a classic ring, and it is not good to be too fashionable.

The details of wearing bracelets and bracelets are similar.If it is worn on the left arm or both arms at the same time, it indicates that the wearer is married.If worn only on the right arm, it shows that the wearer is free and unrestrained.Do not wear two or more bracelets and bracelets on one hand at the same time, because the sound they collide with each other is not pleasant.People with less beautiful hands should know that wearing too many things on their hands will easily expose their shortcomings. Those who pay attention to the jewelry on your hands cannot fail to pay attention to your hands.Wearing a necklace varies from person to person.Those with slender necks can choose thin and long necklaces, or wear nothing at all, so as to make up for their own defects.Choose the pendant on the necklace, pay attention to make it show your character.For the fancier, an optional star pendant is available.Those who are lively and active can choose triangular pendants; those who are mature and steady can choose oval pendants; those who pursue career can choose square pendants.

Wear earrings to match the shape of the wearer's face.People with round faces should not choose large and round earrings; instead, choose chain earrings or earrings.People with a square face should not choose earrings that are too large, but small earrings or earrings.People with long faces should not choose long and drooping earrings, but should choose wide earrings.Luminous, sounding earrings should be avoided on all formal occasions.

There are many kinds of designs and colors of pectorals, and factors such as age, attire, and occasion should be considered when choosing them, as long as they don't look dazzling.

All in all, wearing jewelry must adhere to the following principles.First, you should abide by the relevant traditions and habits, and it is best not to rely on the jewelry you wear to be unconventional in social occasions.Second, don’t use shoddy items. It’s okay not to wear jewelry on formal occasions, but to wear ones with good texture and workmanship.Third, pay attention to the occasion when wearing jewelry. It is best not to wear or wear less jewelry during work, and it is not allowed to wear too much jewelry when exercising or traveling.To be precise, it is most appropriate to wear jewelry only when socializing and entertaining.Fourth, gender differences must be considered when wearing jewelry.On general occasions, ladies can wear all kinds of jewelry, while men only wear wedding rings the most.The more formal the occasion, the less jewelry a man should wear.What would a man look like if he wore a necklace that everyone could see and paired it with a pair of big earrings?

In addition, there are some special taboos when wearing jewelry.For example, when a woman attends a funeral, only wedding rings and pearl necklaces are allowed.

Clothes should match real life:

In line with the value of convenience, comfort, economy and practicality, we should pay special attention to the differences in age and status (occupation) when choosing.

Choice of style, material and color:

The effect of clothing can make your boss and colleagues judge your work ability, or let customers have a good impression of you, so that the business can be done successfully.Therefore office worker all must choose to some extent to the style of clothing, material and color.Pay attention to the design, consider gender, work unit (place), whether it is washable, whether the texture will be too bad, whether the color suits your personality and skin tone, etc., should all be taken into consideration.Bright colors often represent liveliness, anger, and enthusiasm; dark colors represent nobility and stability.

"Maximum effect with minimum clothing":
Professional women often have the trouble of "what clothes should I wear?"If you want to buy the clothes you need within a limited salary range, you must know that if you match your body shape and occasion, match them properly, and fully express the "art of dressing", then you can definitely wear them with taste and personality.Someone suggested: "For a dignified and beautiful professional woman, the basic clothing is a suit jacket with a suitable skirt, light shirt, and simple accessories."

Clothing inspection points:
1 Keep personal clothing and grooming clean at all times.

2 hat: clean, wear upright.

3. Hair: It should not be too long, and should be groomed and washed neatly. The hairstyle should match the face shape. The principle of office workers should be easy to comb.

4 Face: Men should shave their beards clean and trim their nose hairs regularly.

5 collar: should be kept clean.

6 Tie: The patterns and colors should be adjusted to avoid being too bright, and should be kept clean and flat.

7 buttons: Pay attention to whether they are fastened.If it falls off, it should be sewn up immediately, especially for women.

8 Zipper: Pay attention to whether it is pulled properly.If it breaks, replace it immediately.

9 Cuffs: As important as the collar, they should be kept clean and checked for wear.

10 Hands (fingers): Nails should be cut short and kept clean.Female office workers can choose light-colored nail polish as needed. (Some companies stipulate that long nails and nail polish are not allowed.)
11 Shoes and socks: should always be kept clean; leather shoes should be polished.

12 Suitcases (bags, bags): The shape and color should be appropriate.Bright handbags are not suitable for going to work during the day.

13 suits: should be straight, avoid putting too many items in the pockets, especially suit pants should be ironed straight.

14 Grooming: You can choose skin care cream or cologne.Women need light makeup, and do not need to wear expensive jewelry except for watches and rings, for safety reasons.It is advisable to dress up elegantly and generously.

the art of makeup

Makeup is a complex and interesting art, through proper makeup, you can more fully show the advantages of your appearance.Before participating in social activities, the necessary makeup is first of all respect for the guests.When you are radiant and radiant for a ceremony, who can say that your serious makeup is not an emphasis on this ceremony?

Here we will not study the specific skills of makeup, but specifically discuss the etiquette of makeup.

First, the shade of makeup depends on the time and occasion.It must be remembered that people work during the day, and even if their job allows makeup, they can only wear light makeup.Some women like to put a thick layer of foundation on their face and bright red lips at work, making people think that her first concern is not work.Some women like to use a lot of strong-flavored perfume and powder to make themselves fragrant, like a big mosquito coil.This kind of person is very easy to offend others in poorly ventilated places such as elevators and conference rooms.There is nothing wrong with makeup, but only at night is the recognized time for entertainment, when the night is hazy, no matter heavy makeup or light makeup, it is very suitable.

The shade of makeup should also consider the occasion. People mostly wear makeup on holidays, but just like wearing miniskirts and high heels is not suitable for going to the playground, it is best not to wear heavy makeup when traveling or participating in strenuous sports.Otherwise, when you sweat, you will feel embarrassed.

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