Always with you

Like it or not, there're some points that you need to stick to. Want it or not, you must wear a tie if it's official dresscode; if you come to a disco party (and if you're a girl), it's better to wear high heels. There're many standarts in society (even more than we really need) but we can't avoid them anyway. In connection with this, what a pleasure to realise that fortunately there exist something you can easily change according to your personality. During the weekend you can wear anything that occurs to your mind. The same story about the holidays. You can put on whatever you want and don't be afraid that it's rediculous, inappropriate, too cheap etc. It's up to you wthether to wear a tie or not, to wear make-up or not. You can leave all the unneccesary items at home, be free from all the stuff and finally be happy:)
Still, there's one accessorize that you'll take with you in any season, to any meeting, everywhere. What's that? A bag, of course. It can be tiny or huge, any colour, any brand, but you really need it, cause you need something to put at least you money, mobile phone and keys in.
The range of brands, colours, styles is enormous now. The more occasions in your life, the more bags for them you need. Isn't it true? Let's have a quick look at some of them.

                                                Baby bags

This's that type of bags that all of us need (especially in those cases with money, mobile phone and lipstick to be taken with you). So, it ought to be small but there should be enough space for all the essential items. As it's small, it can be a great decoration to your look, or in cold seasons when we wear dark coloured clothes mainly, this small cutie may help you to make bright accents in you look.

                                                                 (left→right)

                                   1. Pony effect black leather cross body bag, Asos

                                          2.Coral leather body cross bag, Oasis

                          3. Colour block leather crossbody with tassel details, River Island

                                               4.Neon yellow travel wallet, Jas M.B.

                                                           Bags for every day

Such bags we need in our everyday life, when we need to have lots of things by hand. It can be very useful for office work as well, cause it's important to have some files or documents with you. As we need it everyday, it should be comfortable and stylish. Something all-purpose, but special:)

(left→right)

1. Tote V split front, River Island

2. Blue Medium Satchel (perfect, as for me), Phillip Lim

 3. Black zip top tote bag, Sophie Hulme

        Backpacks

The most comfortable bags ever. Backpacks. You can put inside everything you need (and that you don't need too). Thanks to the huge range of shapes, colours, sizes and brands you can easily find "your" backpack.

Top line (left→right):

1. Peach with white line leather backpack, Grafea Exclusive

2. Leather backpack in tan with tassel details, Jack Wills

3. White Leather backpack, Grafea

Bottom line (left→right):

                                                4. Mini verity leather packpack in black, Whistles

                                                                5.Mini bucket bag, Whistles

                                                                Make your own choice:)

Small details make big difference

Have you ever noticed that while looking at somebody's appearance you firstly pay your attention to small detailes, such as earrings, a watch, types and colour of stitches? Your mind combines all these items and finally you've got the holistic evaluation of a look.
Otherwise, is it really so important to consider all those details?
Want it or not, you can't avoid judging details, it's in human's nature. The thing is not only in our appearance, but in other things as well. We judge people by their manner of speech, tone of the voice, smiles, gestures. These're components of one entire person's image. The same with our appearance. Moreover, if your appearance's important for you, you ought to consider all its "elements".
There's a prevailing opinion in society that these're only women who pay attention to all the small "unnecessary" things. Nothing of the sort. The mechanisms in both male and female's bodys are the same, cause we both human beings. Therefore, the reaction to other people is more or less the same.
So, ladies, be cautious! :)
The list of details that draw other people's attention in your look is quite different, of course, e.g. all the people are not the same and, after all, tastes differ. I'd like you to have a look at my own list. Maybe, there'll be some matches:)

                                               Ladies 

Gentlemen 

I'd be very thankful for sharing your ideas and "lists". Welcome to comments!:))

A good dress is a card of invitation, a good mind is a letter of recommendation

The dynamics of the modern world dictates its own conditions and lifestyle. "Faster, higher, stronger" - that's indisputable logo of our daily routine. People  reveal and  manifest themselves in their activities; work has become not just a way to earn for a living but an integral part of the way of thinking as well. In connection with this, whether we like it or not, we are all connected by certain social norms and standards.
Clothes is a universal and categorical characteristics of each of us. Glancing even at a stranger, we can say something about him: cleanliness, responsibility, punctuality can be easily "read" by analyzing a person's appearance.
Nowadays, most companies and organizations bring in a single corporate style of dress symbolizing the main idea and purpose of these establishments. Most often, this can be noticed in the organizations working directly with customers: restaurants, hotels, service centers, office institutions, banks, etc. Corporate identity of  workers enables customers easily recognize the interest of this organization, to understand its orientation and, the most important, to trust the selected company, as a single corporate identity indicates stability, self-sufficiency and the prospects of this institution. Neat, wearing appropriate clothes, employee causes the client's trust, willingness to cooperate; while sloppy, dressed provocatively worker pushes off any potential customer by his appearance only. Let's imagine: if you're entering the bank and see careless worker, dressed in faded jeans and a crumpled shirt, you probably wouldn't trust him your money; because in your mind, even subconsciously, once there is a reasonable argument: "If a man treats his appearance carelessly , so the same may be with his work." Therefore, remember that an appropriate appearance - is not only a way to demonstrate your design skills and knowledge of the world of fashion, but also (what's more essential) to show yourself as a good employee and a professional in the business.
It is also occurring to the widespread people's point of view  that the maintaining of official business style is possible with expensive branded clothes only. Absolutely not. After all, you choose the clothes for work  to look respectable and strict, and not to put on things, that were demonstrated yesterday at the Fashion Week. You can dress tastefully and for little money, the main thing - cleanliness. Usual business suit, ironed and properly selected, is not inferior to their more expensive counterparts. Correct combination of elements of clothes and choosing the color patterns is the simpliest thing to look presentably.

Among all the varieties of dress code, let's have a look at  those that are directly refer to the business style:

Business formal. Usually, this kind of dress code is used by senior managers.Tailored suits are required, the colours - muted. Top and bottom of the suit is sure to be sewn from the same fabric, i.e. colour, texture and pattern must match completely. Such a suit fits shoes in black, dark blue, brown, red-brown, burgundy colour. In the summer light colours are appropriate, but not white. From accessories - leather briefcase.

Business general (semi-formal). So-called ordinary business style is used by both  senior managers and executive staff. For this kind of dress code there may be different options to combine clothes.An undeniable attribute of this style is the trousers that can be combined with both the shirt and jacket, and with a jumper, pullover or vest. The main thing - combine all the items of clothes in color skillfully. No flashy colors, lurid patterns and transparent fabrics.

Business casual  - the most democratic and universal style of business clothes. Here, formal trousers can be easy replaced with loose-fitting slacks and classic jacket - tweed or velvet, shoes with loafers. The choice of colours is significantly expanding. However, even if you select this style, you should not forget that work is work.

Dress code - is not only a symbol of stability and prosperity of the company, but also a great opportunity for every employee to learn the self-organization, self-discipline, responsibility and commitment, which are the essential components of a successful business man.

                                   «Встречают по одежке…»

          Динамика современного мира диктует нам свои условия и стиль жизни. «Быстрее, выше, сильнее» - вот бесспорный лозунг нашей повседневной рутины. Человек раскрывается и проявляет себя именно в деятельности; работа стала не просто способом зарабатывать на жизнь, а неотъемлемой частью образа мышления. В связи с этим, хотим мы того или нет, мы все связаны определенными социальными нормами и стандартами.

           Одежда является универсальной и безапелляционной характеристикой каждого из нас. Взглянув даже на незнакомого человека, уже только по внешнему виду можно сказать, что он из себя представляет: опрятность, ответственность, пунктуальность легко «считать»,  анализируя внешний вид человека.

           В наше время большинство предприятий и организаций вводят единый корпоративный стиль одежды, символизирующий основную идею и цель данных учреждений. Чаще всего это можно наблюдать в организациях, непосредственно работающих с клиентами: рестораны, гостиницы, сервисные центры, офисные учреждения, банки и т.д. Корпоративный стиль работников дает возможность клиенту легко распознать интересующую его организацию, понять ее направленность и, самое главное, доверять выбранной фирме, так как единый корпоративный стиль свидетельствует о стабильности, самодостаточности и перспективности данного учреждения. Опрятный, уместно одетый сотрудник вызывает у клиента симпатию, доверие, желание сотрудничать, в то время как неряшливый, вызывающе одетый работник отталкивает любого потенциального клиента одним только своим видом. Подумайте сами: если бы вы, зайдя, предположим, в банк, увидели бы неаккуратного работника, одетого в потертые джинсы и мятую футболку, вряд ли вы доверили бы ему свои деньги; ведь в голове, пусть и подсознательно, сразу же возникает вполне разумный довод: «Если человек так халатно относится к своему внешнему виду, значит, он так же относится и к своей работе». Поэтому, помните, что уместный внешний вид – это не только способ продемонстрировать свои дизайнерские способности и знание мира моды, но, что наиболее важно, зарекомендовать себя как хорошего сотрудника и профессионала в своем деле.

         Стоит также опровергнуть бытующее в народе мнение о том, что поддерживать официально-деловой стиль можно исключительно дорогой брендовой одеждой. Это не так. Ведь при выборе одежды для работы для вас главное выглядеть респектабельно и строго, а не облачаться в вещи, продемонстрированные вчера на Неделе Высокой моды. Одеваться со вкусом можно и за небольшие деньги, главное – опрятность. Обычный деловой костюм, выглаженный и правильно подобранный, ничем не уступает своего более дорогому аналогу. При правильном сочетании элементов одежды и выборе цветового решения самая простая вещь будет смотреться актуально и презентабельно.

          Среди всех разновидностей дресс-кода выберем те, которые непосредственно относятся к деловому стилю:

Business formal (формальный деловой). Обычно этот вид дресс-кода используют управленцы высшего звена. Обязателен строгий костюм, цвета – приглушенные. Верх и низ костюма непременно должны быть сшиты из одной ткани, то есть цвет, фактура и рисунок должны полностью совпадать. К такому костюму подойдут ботинки черного, темно-синего, коричневого, красно-коричневого, бордового цветов, но обязательно – в соответствии с костюмом. Летом подойдет светлая обувь спокойных тонов, но не белая. Из аксессуаров - кожаный портфель.

Business general (обычный деловой). Так называют обычный деловой стиль, используемый менеджерами как высшего, так и среднего звена. Для этого вида дресс-кода возможны разные варианты сочетания одежды. Неотъемлимым атрибутом данного стиля являются брюки, которые можно сочетать как с рубашкой и пиджаком, так и с джемпером, пуловером или жилеткой. Главное – умело сочетать все элементы одежды по цветовой гамме. Никаких кричащих цветов, аляповатых узоров и прозрачных тканей.

 Business casual (свободная пятница) – самый демократичный и универсальный стиль деловой одежды. Здесь классические брюки легко заменяются широкими брюками свободного покроя, а классические пиджаки – твидовыми или вельветовыми, туфли – мокасинами. Выбор цветовой гаммы значительно расширяется. Однако даже при выборе такого стиля не стоит забывать, что работа есть работа и глубокие декольте или юбки-мини в любом случае будут здесь неуместны.

         Дресс-код – это не только символ стабильности и процветания компании, но еще и прекрасная возможность для каждого работника научиться самоорганизации, самодисциплине, ответственности и обязательности, что является незаменимыми составляющими успешного делового человека.

Cherchez la femme

I've always wondered why all the girls nowadays want to be so boyish looking. I mean, it's ok to wear trousers, shirts, ties. But it's important to save all the feminine features,as for me. It's a mystery for me, why most girls're eager to seem to be strong, independent and powerful. No doubt, there're all positive things, but there's something more essential in every girl.
It's not a surprise, there're only two sexes, that's why they're so different. They must be different. These're men who ought to be brave, decisive, firm. Let them show it! Girls can be strong and powerful, too. However, it's another kind of power: our power's in our sensitiveness, kindness, possibility and will of sticking up for somebody who needs it. The more you want to be stronger the more responsible you are for everything. So, don't scream for help, don't complain for being under pressure then.
I adore ladies who keep their words, don't lose temper; who are able to do billion of tasks simultaneously, and who manage to look great and think positive, smile and live.
Still, most features and characteristics shouldn't be only masculine or feminine. Men can look after children or cook as well as women can drive a car and run a huge companies. The sense of balance and assistance are above all here. A man and a woman should complement each other, not compete. Otherwise, there'll be a rat race and showing off for nothing.
Being a woman doesn't mean being weak, it means being a wonderful creature, who knows what her power is:) So, put on your best dresses and skirts, be smart and chic:)

All the ideas are born in the autumn. Well, maybe, not all of them, but still...
Frankly speaking, I've never loved this season, full of rains and melancholy. But this autumn something magic happened. I suddenly realised that autumn is not so dramatic, it's full of colours, warmth and...ideas. Yes, definitely. I've never been so positively thinking and open-hearted. Therefore, it came to my mind that blogging would be the best start of expressing my ideas, thoughts and views. Guess, it's worth starting, isn't it?