People who are well dressed and look sharp project an aura of confidence. Generally, these people would appear as the type of people who can be trusted and can get the job done better. Dressing well is one way of achieving success.

In choosing what to wear, it is important to know what you plan to do or accomplish for the attire. By dressing correctly you can intimidate a person, impress your boss or make a client comfortable. The way you dress should match the kind of work that you do. If you are a banker for instance, then you need to dress as one.

Planning the details beforehand on how you present yourself, including choosing the right clothes, hairstyle and good grooming, will help you in achieving your goal.

Clothes should be prepared earlier, preferably before going to sleep and not on the day that it will be used. This will give you time to decide what to wear and check the clothes for any wrinkles or stains. For suits, it is recommended to use a fabric made of worsted wool as it will not easily get wrinkled when worn. The jacket should also fit you well. No shoulder pads sagging or overhanging. For pants, you need to know your true waist measurement so that it will fit comfortably. Choosing what shoes to wear is just as essential. Stylish and comfortable at the same time, preferably black, brown or burgundy leather shoes will do. Shoes should be shined properly before going to any appointment. You can extend the life span of your leather shoes by putting in toe taps. The socks and suit should match as well. It is imperative that the socks will match to the suit rather than to the shoe.

Quality of clothes is essential. Spending more on quality clothes will not only last longer but it looks good on your overall image as well. These clothes will also be comfortable to wear and will make you feel much more fashionable. You don't need a fashion consultant to furnish your clothes. You can always approach a salesperson in any clothing store and befriend them. They will readily give you their unbiased judgment and assist you in choosing the right clothes for you. These people might even extend their help in informing you on their new stocks coming in or the schedule of their next big sale.

A "power dresser" makes use of accessories to their advantage. Accessories like cufflinks are easily noticed. A good tiepin will also attract attention together with a good tie. Selecting a good tie should be done carefully. For conservative and yet stylish look, solid and striped colored ties are indispensable while for a more aggressive look, you can choose for a funkier design. An elegant wallet made of real leather is important as people will notice it every time you take it out from your pocket. It is also advisable to clean up your wallet as often as possible. Remove all receipts and trash from your wallet so it will not look fat. Wearing a belt will help you look more sophisticated. Wear a belt that will match to your shoes. Another accessory that is essential is a watch, preferably a quartz, to look more elegant. Place a folded white cotton handkerchief in your jacket's breast pocket to add more sensitivity.

An old adage says that you are what you eat. It might be safe to create a version that says, "what you wear reflects who you are."