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The combination

November 29, 2011 Autumn
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Once a gentleman has selected the cut, colour and fabric of his suit all that is left is to work out optimal combinations of shirt, tie, belt, cufflinks, socks, shoes and manbag/satchel. Richard here is sporting a bespoke suit by P Johnson. While Richard’s pants have some side-thingy for him to adjust rather than having [...]

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Show me the way…

November 24, 2011 Autumn
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The “Smart Casual” dresscode otherwise known as “Business Casual” can be a minefield. Some interpret that “Casual Fridays” means that it’s ok to wear faded weekend wear and tshirts with loud slogans in the office. If you’re trying to make a professional impression, might I suggest taking some cues from today’s BusiChic? Adam is wearing [...]

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Cycle Work Attire; the Outlier!

October 27, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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Today’s BusiChic provides workwear inspiration for Creatives, Smart Casuals and at a stretch even those in Contemporary Business Wear dresscodes who cycle to work! Duncan wears shirt and pants from Outlier and can also be bought via our friends at CycleStyle! Shoes from Melbourne’s own Rocco. Check out the enclosed episode of BusinessChicTV for more! [...]

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Suit in the sunshine

October 25, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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I think I recently mentioned that I usually try to blog work inspiration that is in-line with the day’s weather forecast for Melbourne. However truth be told that grey days get me down so here is some inspiration I photographed on a sunny day, showing that a classic corporate suit is an inspiration hail, rain [...]

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Keeping it simple and smart

October 18, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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Today’s Corporate suit demonstrates that when in doubt (or short on time!), keep it simple and smart. I think that taking the time to track down a basic but smart suit that fits well and co-ordinating accessories takes the hassle out of getting dressed. See – it doesn’t take too much effort to look smart! [...]

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Two pieces that make a statement

October 10, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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We start off this week of Business Chic with that classic two piece ensemble that workers can use to make a positive statement: the suit. While three pieces are a feasible option, two pieces are sufficient for Corporates in today’s workplace and the BusiChic du jour provides a striking case for making sure that those [...]

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Warby Parker in Australia | One pair for me, one pair for…

October 4, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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Do you wear prescription glasses? Have you ever taken a moment to think about what you would do if you couldn’t afford to get them? The first thing I noticed about today’s business chic gent was not his floppy-hair-boyish-charm but his glasses – stop, take a moment; do you see what I mean? Watch the [...]

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It’s do it in a [school] dress week!

October 3, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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This week is the official Do it in a Dress week! It’s the fundraiser for the organisation One Girl that seeks to help make life better for girls and women in Sierra Leone. Did you know that Sierra Leone is one of the worst places in the world to be born a girl? Did you [...]

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How to wear shorts to work in winter!

June 29, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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I find that I am often asked for my opinion on what I think people should avoid wearing to work. Personally I don’t like to say ‘never’. I am a firm believer that the right person with the right amount of personal style, flair, chutzpah can make just about any item of clothing workplace-appropriate as [...]

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A timeless trench coat

June 16, 2011 BusinessChicTV
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Phew! After the excitement of yesterday’s post on the opening of the zara store in Melbourne, we ease back into business with a look at a timeless trench coat.     Anna-Paula  trench I didn’t hear this properly, check out the enclosed episode of BusinessChicTV where I look at the label and say what sounds like “Hugh & Decker” – would [...]

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