You’ve exchanged dozens of emails, perhaps texts and even phone calls, but suddenly reality bites: it’s all very well preparing your best conversational openers and show-stopping anecdotes, but what on earthwill you wear?
The key is, of course, to stay cool. But cool doesn’t necessarily mean adopting the latest hipster trends or slavishly following the current magazine diktats. Nor is this the time to debut that spinning comedy bow tie or do-not-adjust-your-set neon dress. It means being yourself, just a slightly glossier, shinier, more well-pressed version.
Everyone, male and female, has something in their wardrobe that makes them feel more confident and gives them a little boost. It’s the sartorial equivalent of a stiff drink and a compliment. Wear that. But if you’re worried that it’ll be too dressy, play it down. Men, put a jumper on top of that shirt. Women, make that dress less formal by adding a cardigan.
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