By Mary Lou Andre Whether you are a business person, community leader or just someone who likes to show up in a way that makes others feel good, this month’s featured article “The Look of Leadership” is designed to make the case for why professional image standards matter. Here are 5 strategies we frequently use when coaching executives interested in using their image to enhance their leadership skills: Dress above industry standards. Overly casual dress codes are for amateurs. The... View Article
By Mary Lou Andre The rules for what is and isn’t acceptable to wear after Labor Day have changed over the years. No longer is it necessary to pack all of your whites, linens, patent leather shoes and accessories away the minute this “official” end-of-summer date hits the calendar. It’s also not uncommon to see sandals, bare legs and sleeveless looks being worn into October. So how do you mix and match what is currently in your wardrobe in a... View Article
By Mary Lou Andre With many New Englanders taking vacation time this month, here are seven fresh ideas for adding ease and style to your summer travel wardrobe: Create A Weekend Getaway Tub. If you travel a lot in the summertime, having a plastic tub filled with your favorite traveling outfits and toiletries is a great way to stay organized. If you travel locally, take the tub with you in the car. If you are traveling by plane or train,... View Article
We’re thrilled the Boston Red Sox organization chose Anton’s Belle of the Ball for the “100 Acts of Kindness” program that supports the work of charitable organizations throughout New England during Fenway Park’s 100th anniversary season. On June 26, the Red Sox and Red Sox player wives held a dress drive at Fenway Park, collecting nearly 200 gently used prom gowns for the 2013 Belle of the Ball boutique and Arthur Anton, Jr. was interviewed on NESN. It was a... View Article
In the summer months, many companies allow employees to dress more casually. While many professionals welcome the opportunity to shed more formal business attire and be a bit more relaxed in their appearance, many are unsure of where to draw the line. Here are five tips for cracking the summer dress code while maintaining a professional image that won’t cost you your reputation (or your paycheck!) this summer:
