Monthly Archives: December 2018

Style tips for when you are on the job

December 17, 2018 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , , 22 Comments

When it comes to an office environment, it is very important to get your outfit right. I remember how I dressed back in the day when I had an office based job. It is important to look smart and professional on all days, even on dress down days. You need to get the balance right – looking smart and comfortable while doing your job.

 

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Here are some style tips you may find useful when you are on the job –

 

Add a touch of your company

At my last office based job, we had printed work shirts and silicone wristbands we wore to work regularly. They helped raise brand awareness and they looked really stylish. Clothing and accessories with your company information is a great way to support the business and it also creates a form of togetherness.

You can implement a touch of your company into your work attire. The easiest way to do this successfully is to add accessories with the company information in your outfit. For example, Lancaster Printing’s silicone wristbands are customisable and are a great way to get this right.

 

Dress to impress

When it comes an office setting, it is very important for you to dress to impress. Dress down days are no exceptions. My last office job was in a call centre in Manchester, and we had a very relaxed way of dressing. I always ensured I looked smart every day. I didn’t go into work in heels everyday but I made sure my clothes and accessories were clean, smart and well put together. It amazes how I see many people dressing to work. Some come in wearing very tight miniskirts and cropped tops, which I think is just trashy. I have also seen many workers wearing ripped jeans or sky-high heels and being unable to walk in them.

Dressing to impress is a very important style tip for every office setting. We should all ensure we dress the way we want to be addressed.

 

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Let your personality shine through

When it comes to fashion and style, I always advise anyone to stick to trends they like but you also need to remember you are in an office setting. So the trends you do like must be appropriate for the office. The fact that you are digging the ripped denim trend does that mean it is acceptable to wear them to the office.

When you wear pieces you are drawn to and style them in your own way, your personality would shine right through and it makes you stand out even more.

 

Invest in your pieces

You should spend a little bit more to ensure your office pieces stand the test of time. A classic skirt or trouser suit is worth investing a bit of money in. You would be spending more money on a great quality suit than you would spend on a great pair of jeans, so get your wallet ready. The better the fabric and lining of your piece, the more expensive it would be.

 

Do you have any style tips for when you are on the job? Please share them in the comments below.

 

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Fashion Trends You Should Look Out For in 2019

December 16, 2018 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , 37 Comments

We’re about to step into a new year and as always, the New Year ushers in new fashion trends. Since we’re about to wind down 2018, it is always good to be prepared well ahead to welcome the new fashion and style trends.

2019 promises to be a very interesting year with a lot of interesting pieces. You may have seen some of the fashion items in this list. However, by the time we enter into the New Year these pieces will very popular.

 

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So you won’t be far behind in the upcoming trends, I put together a list of fashion trends you’ll see in 2019. Here are fashion trends you should look out for 2019.

 

  1. Eco-friendly outfits

There has been a lot of news about eco-friendly fashion. So it’s not much of a surprise that eco-friendly fashion will be a leading trend in 2019. As more people are moving towards being very conscious of the environment, more people will be stocking eco-friendly pieces in their wardrobe.

Eco-friendly outfits are outfits made of materials that are biodegradable. They cause less havoc to the environment. Oftentimes, these eco-friendly materials are produced by ethical brands who have the interest of the environment at heart.

As more people are becoming more conscious of the environment, we’re definitely going to see more people wearing eco-friendly pieces.

 

  1. Silk and satin tops

2019 will witness the comeback of silk and satin tops. Although they were quite popular in the year 2000, there has been a recent interest in those pieces. You may have seen silk and satin tops show up in some stores and even seen some people wearing them. But expect more of these next year as their popularity is bound to increase.

Silk and satin tops are usually sold in form of camisoles making it a great piece to layer with your jeans for a casual look or trousers for a more corporate look.

 

  1. Pleated skirts

Pleated skirts have been known to be versatile pieces. 2019 seems like it will be a year of variety in the fashion scene. Pleated skirts have the ability to help you achieve comfort and still be chic at the same time.

In 2019 we will see a lot of pleated skirts of all shapes and sizes. So whether you choose to rock a maxi pleated skirt or a mini pleated skirt, just know that you’ll be covered with this versatile piece throughout 2019.

 

  1. Sequin jumpsuits

Jumpsuits have been a favourite in the fashion industry. In 2019 jumpsuits will be a trend but with a little twist. It appears that more people will want to add some glitter to their wardrobe with sequin jumpsuits.

Sparkly sequin jumpsuits are fun and stylish. They are definitely the “it” pieces for parties and other festive events. Of course as the season demands, there will be more practical variations that you can wear on more casual occasions. But if you’re one who’s into having fun, then this is the fashion trend you should look out for.

 

What do you think of these fashion trends for 2019? Are you looking forward to styling them? Please sound off in the comments section.

Thanks for stopping by.

How to Accelerate Your Blogging Career in 2019

December 14, 2018 By in Blogging Tips Tags: , , , , , , 46 Comments

Many people go into blogging for different reasons. Some do it as a hobby, some do it to show their expertise, while others use it as a means to monetize their skills.

But what if you want to take blogging to a whole new level? What if you want to accelerate your blogging skills to get devoted readers and higher income?

There are millions of bloggers who are using blogging as a medium to make their dreams come true. These are bloggers who have decided to take blogging as a serious profession. If you have been thinking of taking your blogging career to the next level in 2019, here is exactly how you can do it.

 

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  1. Plan your content

Blogging is not about writing anything that comes to your mind. Serious bloggers plan their content to the last before they even think of publishing. This because every blog post they publish is done with a specific purpose in mind.

Create an outline for every blog idea that comes to mind. Do detailed research into the topic to help give your readers great value when they’re reading your blog post. Have an editorial calendar where you can plan out which blog post should be published and when. And most importantly, stay consistent.

 

  1. Have a compelling call to action

Blogging should be like having a one-on-one communication with your readers. But such conversation must not be one-sided. The best blogs are those that engage the audience. And the best way to engage your audience is to cleverly use your call to action.

A call to action is a line that tells your reader what you would like them to do now that they have finished reading your blog post, for example like, share, comment or subscribe to your email list.

Some bloggers forget to add a call to action in their blog posts. But serious bloggers don’t dare skip it.

 

  1. Build your email list

No matter what stage you are as a blogger, building your email list a must. The email list is a powerful way to constantly keep in touch with your readers and inform them of your offers or when a new blog post is published.

Those subscribed to your email list get to read your newsletters where you can build a closer and deeper relationship with your subscribers.

 

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  1. Promote promote promote

Writing your blog post is just half the battle when trying to accelerate your blogging career. You need to put in 2 times more effort into promoting your blog posts than you do writing the content of your blog post.

Promoting your blog post increases the visibility of your blog posts thereby bringing fresh readers to see your blog post every time.

Share your blog post on social media, forums and groups where your target audience hang out.  But remember that you have to make sure that you don’t spam the platforms where you share your blog posts.

 

  1. Be you….always

This is the most important part in accelerating your blogging career: be yourself. Your readers will love you for who you are. So be 100 percent authentic. Copying someone else’s style will never take you far. Don’t be afraid to show off your awesomeness.

 

How do you plan to accelerate your blogging career in 2019?

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