Thank you so much for watching! I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Hi Audrey, I enjoy your chanel and find your style so inspiring and thoughful! However, I am struggling about the RED issue. Unless this is meant for all genders in the work place it puts the burden on women to "not come across in the wrong way" and that line of thought is antiquated at best.
@@pattimcfarlane8504 While I tend to agree, the problem is we, both women and men, can't control how others view us. Red has always been a color of passion but that doesn't mean you have to purge it from your closet. I think it depends more on *what* you're wearing than the color.
Hi Audrey, I wonder if you have already some brand of jackets, they help me to look dressed up at work. I need them light not heavy, in beige or grey, because I already have the dark colors. Hopefully you can find a suggestion. Thank you.
I personally do not have the coloring to wear red successfully in any setting but I do think that for some women who are wanting to stand out in the workplace, it can work really successfully for them. Especially for situations like giving a presentation where they want to maintain people's attention rather than losing their focus. I think that it can suggest the idea of "I am a woman and different from all the men in the room and this is a good thing," in the right circumstance. I recalled both Theresa May and Margaret Thatcher frequently wearing red and was able to come up with many pictures of them wearing red suits in a brief Google search. Maybe in their case, their stressing their femininity with color was a good thing in some situations since they were older and more powerful than women tend to be. But in any case, I don't think it was a bad idea for them! One thing that I really like about your channel is that you tend to acknowledge that different looks are appropriate for different women, rather than to suggest that everyone should be wearing the same blue-and-white striped shirt or grey suit or dark jeans or whatever. And I think acknowledging this with regard to appropriate workplace clothing is a good strategy as well.
Another great video, but I must disagree on red for the workplace. I worked in a male dominated environment for most of my career and my wardrobe was grounded in black, white and navy. But when I needed a boost of confidence or to stand out from a sea of men in blue suits, I routinely pulled out an all red suit, very structured and classic in style and it made me feel powerful and “seen” ! I never got anything but compliments when I wore red, and it’s still a colour a inject into my outfits even now that I’m retired. I love it!
So happy to hear that red has worked so well for you! I love red and I just pinned this comment above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way so it may disempower women in male dominated environments for example. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
I believe the style, cut, and fit of a red outfit is more what determines whether the vibes are romantic or not. Years ago I had the classic cut, power suit in red. Several times the boss asked that I wear it when we needed that professional, no-nonsense image.
Unrelated but as an intern in the district attorney's office, there was a prosecuter who often wore colorful suits. My favorite of hers was this pale lavender skirt suit. Ooh, it screamed powerful woman. It fit her perfectly
For the first time, I would disagree with Audrey completely - that is on Color Red. Red is such a beautiful Color. Hope we do not colonise the world with Grey, Black And Navy Blue work wear colours.
Totally agree with you. I have a bright red winter coat that is well tailored & I have dry cleaned @ the end of winter ea. year. I style the coat up or down with different scarves, brooches etc. I didn’t want a beige, grey, black or navy coat like every other lemming in winter. Best wishes from Adelaide; South Australia🇦🇺💐
The comment for “regretful red” was directed towards corporate/business attire. Not in other styling options such as formal, outerwear, casual, occasion wear, etc.
Like other comments I must disagree about red for work clothes. I had a red blazer that I loved - classic cut, pure wool - that I had bought for a ridiculously low price at a thrift store. I always wore it if I anticipated a difficult day because it made me feel so confident. When. sadly, it no longer fitted me I gave it to another thrift store and I hope someone else now loves it equally.
Same here. When I was working, i had a red double breasted blazer I wore with a black skirt or pants and white blouse. I never felt it was wrong in my somewhat conservative workplace.
Me too. I had a wool tailored jacket in red that I wore with a white blouse and black slacks. It served me well for years. I had a job where I often had to be meetings with men and I always thought my red jacket made me stand out. Frankly I needed that or I would have been invisible.
Maybe I found it!! Not only did I get my most advanced job interviewing in a bright ass red suit, I also have a thrift store red jacket that I adore. I rarely wear it anymore though since outside of interviews we don’t really wear stuff like that.
I read the red comments, including the pinned one from Audrey. I shied away from red because I didn't want people to notice me. But whenever I wear it, it looks outstanding on me. I got lots of compliments. I know. I know. It's about how the emotions take in the color red when you wear it. However, I spent most of my adult life trying to fit in and worried about whether others felt "safe" around me. I can't do that anymore.
While many commented about the colour red, I must say that your RED jacket look so good on you. I used to wear some tones of red (but not chili neon red) during negotiation or when I need to feel empowered. It gives the "don't mess with me" vibe.
Red is my confident colour . Almost all of my success business and talks were ones where I was in a red power suit or jacket. So , for me I am not giving up on red. The shades of red May change as I grow older but never out of my closet for work wear.!
In my 70s now too I love red....blazer, daydresses, date night dresses, slacks,blouses, shirts, sweaters, purse, shoes, scarves with red in them. I always buy them in nice pricey brands I buy vintage or end of season in classic styles and lengths never trendy...I never cheap out on colorful things but really beyond red and yellow I dont wear just every coor of the rainbpw in my wardrobe...some pinks, almost never prints except my family Scots plaid which happens to be Stewart... because I dont want my red garments to look cheap. Most of my warrobe is actually neutrals.Of course I dont wear ALL red all over. I love reds with cream, navy, camel most.
@@latinaalma1947 me too love colors hate black tops & dresses but I’ll wear black pants or jeans or skirts I also wear beige & cream added to my red , yellow ,orange , green you name it all colors that go with my skin tone I love luxury handbags , high heels shoes ,scarves & makeup 😃 life is too short & one way street so I want to enjoy every step of the way.. I worked very hard for it & I will not regret what I buy if I bought it then I like it so I’ll enjoy it as much as I can 😄 Have a Merry Christmas & Happy Healthy Blessed New Year 🎄
A “flat” red seldom works. I’d say you can always work cherry, burgundy, terracotta, etc into a professional outfit. The important thing is wearing the shade that looks great on you. I have a deep fuchsia heavy silk shirt that I wear to work (not too often) and I love the added feminine power it gives me.
I would argue that buying the same idea over and over in slightly different iterations can be something that works really, really well for some people. Guy here who used to be a professional stylist. Uniform dressing is amazing when you really distill what you love and make it work for you. I'm a jeans with everything person. Jeans cuffed with boat shoes on the beach. Jeans with a velvet jacket to the opera. For day to day wear, I prefer tee shirts, almost exclusively in black and gray. That's not a super exciting base for a wardrobe. What I buy a lot of are really great jackets, and a lot of sweaters. I stick to a color palate of mostly gray, black, navy, maroon/wine/plum, and more black. I don't regret owning at least five gray jackets at all. They all have different textures, different proportions, different patterns, etc. I love them all. They all have different purposes. The magic of a uniform, or a few repeated looks is that you can mix and match indefinitely, it ends up looking like you have a broader wardrobe than you really do, and you can almost dress in the dark and still look chic. A lot of the most stylish people have just a few ideas that they rotate through in different permutations. The drawback is that you have to know yourself and what works for you really well, you need to be very practical about what really works for your lifestyle, and you need to practice a lot of self control while shopping. Uniform dressing is very freeing. There's something magical about not feeling your best, throwing on the usual, and looking great.
As my life has changed, the color red in my wardrobe too has changed. Finding my right red is crucial. In this season of my life I am using very nice red shoes and or red bags to pop my outfit. I find at this moment I want my clothes to be " quiet" so to say. Loved every point you covered. Although I am much older than you are I try to pick and choose from your videos a few things each week to think about, try etc.. thank you. You put so much thought into your videos. You are marvelous.
Yes, I'm the same way. I no longer gravitate towards the crimson reds, now I like a more subtle, rich tones of cabernet red. I'm a big of aubergine as well.
I wore a bright red sweater to an important presentation for my company in London, and it and I were a hit. Red is my happy color, both in and outside of work.
In terms of wearing red in a corporate setting, I think it is appropriate if such red aligns with you: your personality, nuances and mannerisms, tailoring and chosen outfits. I wear red in a corporate setting in very successful and chic ways- my preferred one is an exquisitely tailored red coat. I also have a perfectly tailored red pantsuit and wear it with the same positive results. On the other hand, I would not wear red shoes.
I’m so happy it makes you feel amazing! I just pinned this above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Agree with all of these except red for a work setting. I love wearing red to work. One of my favourite work sweaters is a red cashmere that pairs well with black pants, jeans, or just about any neutral.
I’m so happy that red works for you! I just pinned this as a comment above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Ugh, wool and cashmere! You're spot on - I used to get wool and cashmere sweaters for so long, even though I found them really itchy, because they are high quality and very practical for cold weather. They didn't give me hives or a full-blown allergic reaction, so I rationalized that I would still wear them--that I'd either just "get used to" the itchiness or I would wear a long-sleeve shirt underneath every time. But I eventually came to realize that I'm just not going to do that. I want to be comfortable in my clothes, so I'm not going to settle for something itchy. I don't want to have to wear multiple layers just to wear one sweater (not to mention, layering a tee underneath didn't fix the itchiness at the neck problem). I've given away all of my wool and cashmere sweaters, and now I just wear chunky cotton knits. I still get tempted sometimes, but I know better now.
Sorry Audrey but I love RED and do not regret my beautiful red wool and leather jacket. I have been wearing them for many years and get lots of compliments. It suits my colouring and I feel great in them.
I own a single suit and it is head-to-toe raspberry red 😂It's by far my favorite work outfit! Coming from a background of experience design, cultural meaning of color is no doubt super interesting. Assigned gender roles also play an effect on our interpretation of color, so sharper cuts tend to read as powerful/intense while rounder, curve hugging cuts tend to read as sultry and romantic.
I had red jackets (not fire-engine red but a slightly orangey or slightly brownish red) that I wore in professional setting. Red is especially useful when I am the speaker or the expert- times when I want to be the center of attention. !
I think what Audrey is conveying about the color red is that it is very passionate and powerful color, which may not be appropriate depending on your specific work environment. I could see this color going wrong in very formal and oft times male dominated corporate environments or conversely in extremely casual and egalitarian environments. However, if you are going to work with the intention of feeling confident, making a statement, and conveying power and authority-this could be a very visually powerful way of doing it! Personally-for my environment, experience, and comfort level-I prefer to stay towards the purple end of the burgundy spectrum.
I think you are right Sasha. I would go for the more purple, plum or burgundy end of that spectrum for a work setting. If your work is in fashion then wear away.
Exactly :) I just pinned this as a comment but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
My work environment could not be more male-dominated. I interviewed for my most prestigious job in a bright ass red suit with leopard print lining. Which she’s suggesting is basically taking some stereotype and acting like it applies. Sometimes there are small effects of associating with certain colors with certain traits, but keyword small. If someone is comfortable wearing red to work and they feel empowered by it, they’ll probably perform better in it than some color that that they wouldn’t feel comfortable with. And vice versa if somebody doesn’t feel comfortable with red they don’t have to wear it. But it’s associated with romance? I know exactly what she’s referring to and can guarantee that whatever effect you think you’re going to get from outfit color is relatively minor. Self-confidence and feeling comfortable in your skin, if we could measure those things, would have a bigger effect in performance than color. In fact you probably would have an even less or effect in male dominated environments for anything to do with red because color blindness is Significantly higher in men than among women. Hope this helps.
Hi Audrey, I had the opposite experience ; my red tailored jackets and structured sweater have served me well at work. Thanks for all your ongoing tips . Happy holidays! 🌲❄️❤️🇨🇦
Me too! I landed a great job wearing a red "power" suit. Years later my boss told me I was the only one they interviewed for the position, and the suit was a plus! It depends where you work - this was a creative environment.
I used to have a beautiful red suit that I used for interviews. It didn't seem to work for me. The last time I interviewed at a new company (13 years ago) I wore a black suit for the first round and a beige suit for the second round -- totally worked. Glad the red worked for you and the other poster.
That’s amazing and sounds so beautiful! I just pinned this as a comment but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
I love that you emphasize "what works for someone else may not work for you". Although I'm a huge fabric snob and prefer natural materials over synthetic, I have a friend who is allergic to wool so for sweaters I have to be mindful of suggesting cotton sweaters when we go shopping together.
I really agree with the wool/cashmere point! When I first started introducing those fibers, I would buy tighter fitting sweaters. And they were always so itchy! It wasted my money. It took me forever to realize it’s better to size up in a wool sweater so you can place a long sleeve undershirt with it. Now I can reap the warming benefits of wool without the itch. Although, I personally still avoid wool turtlenecks.
I agree with all of these observations, except avoiding the color red in career clothing. That’s just too specific. The other five observations were spot-on.
Disagree on red. Just read the comment you wrote on it, but I frankly don't really get it? Sure, some reds may look romantic, like the shades of roses, but for example a really bright and intense red has nothing romantic about it at all in my opinion 🤔 Aside from that, super lovely video as always ❤️❤️❤️
I stayed away from red because i don't like calling attention to myself. Being warm tone made me warm up some about red. I like it as a pop of color and sometimes more. I see the point Audrey is making with red, it's a thin like between how it makes you feel and how others feel about you in such an intense, romantic and passionate color. Great tips as usual!
I totally agree with you about the materials the garment is made from. I once had to EpiPen in a fitting room due to the angora wool in the sweater that I was trying on. It was beautiful and really suited me so the sales assistant tried to persuade me to purchase it. That was until she realized that I had, had such a strong reaction. I still think of how beautiful the sweater was but know that I would never have worn it!
Today I opened my sweater drawer and just loved seeing a selection of colors and fibers that all make me feel wonderfully well dressed. Your channel has helped me refine my wardrobe, make fewer shopping errors and sharpen my eye for quality and style. At 70 I often receive compliments which mean a lot these days as often after passing 60 I started feeling invisible. I’m a cotton blouse lover most of the year but when spending the fall and winter in NYC I prefer to sweater up. Happy New Year and many thanks for your helpful videos and resources!
I have definitely benefited from cutting back on buying things only because they’re sale tip. Those items ironically always end up in a donation like a yr later!
Nice tips but I must say, since red is one of my favorite colors, I have had much success wearing it in the work environment. Ultimately, if you confidently wear anything, you will most likely be able to pull it off! Merry Christmas chica!🤗
I disagree completely with the color Red. Living in a tropical country, we do not have any limitations on colors to wear even in a corporate setting. Wearing grey, navy or black on a daily basis especially at work can become un inspiring. ! Red, pink and other brighter colors are fine in the workforce as long as the style of clothing is restrained, tailored well and professional looking.
So so true. Great advice. I am super allergic to wool but need to wear it for warmth. I always have to wear a bamboo roll neck underneath to keep it off my skin. Mohair I simply cannot wear. I love cashmere and with some but not all brands I can wear directly on my skin and it isn’t related to price
Great observations, Audrey! May I add a comment about the quality I'm seeing now in what used to be reliable clothing retailers? Now, sourcing is really cheaply done, not only in style details, such as no pockets, no lining, turtlenecks that flop over, and barely any seams, but also use of materials that cannot be laundered successfully more than once or twice. It's buyer beware out there!
Remote work during the pandemic has allowed us to not worry about what to wear to office every day..such a relief and has been very good on our pocket books.
I disagree with you about the colour red. I have worn it many times, including to work, and it has never led to strange situations nor that someone would treat me badly. Moreover, I feel very comfortable in red.
I would agree with you. I had a uni lecturer who was a snappy dresser, and often wore immaculately tailored power suits in bold colors (including chilli red with ever-so-perfectly fluted sleeves). I always viewed her as confident, intelligent, and yes, stylish. She was in a male-dominated field (science), and a relatively relaxed setting (other lecturers often turned up in knee shorts if it was summer), and yet she never deviated from her personal style. I thought more, not less, of her for doing so, particularly when she was wearing that memorable red suit.
I think it depends on the red. Something like an oxblood or deep maroon might work well. Especially paired with brown or navy! Black can get so tiresome.
Hilarious that you mention red because I literally just bought red pants and I'm rocking it. I'm going to have to respectfully disagree about never wearing red in the office. Great advice about everything else!
Thanks for your invaluable tips. Whilst I can see that red can be a bit too strong for corporate situations, I love that red jacket and would not regret buying it - I'd wear it out at weekends (think brunch or lunch) or for trips to the city. I like the way you showed it dressed up, and more casual. 👌
I love red. It's my favorite color ( especially apple candy red). It can be a very luxurious and elegant color when you know how to wear it and yet if you don't know..it can come off totally cheap and hookerish
Many comments are missing a point about red color in work environment. The way that it makes someone feel has nothing to do with the points that Audrey made. It's the way it comes across more than how it makes the one who wears it, feel.
I think many of us get her point---Audrey expressed it clearly---but we are disagreeing because we have experienced fantastic outcomes when wearing red, even in the most conservative corporate environments. These are some of the adjectives I've gotten after my interviews and presentations: venturesome, engaging, assertive, open, unconventional, authoritative, passionate, decisive, memorable. Red has served me well at work, not because what it makes ME feel, but precisely because what it makes OTHERS feel about me.
What it boils down to for me is the cost per wear-in the end if I wear it consistently, it lasts a long time and I continue to reach for it, a higher cost is justified. Something inexpensive that I don’t wear is more costly.
Thank you Audrey for a wonderful year of content. You put so much effort into your videos, it shows and is very much appreciated. You always make me feel inspired and motivated to create outfits from items I already own and when I do purchase items, it's done mindfully. Merry Christmas to you and your husband and fur family. Enjoy and ❤from a very, very hot Western Australia 😊🎄🎁
Oh goodness, I had a pair of almost neon red pants that I wore when I worked at the DoD, and my director could NOT wrap his head around them. He would constantly tease me about being able to divert traffic if I stood in the road. Ultimately, it didn't really matter, but every time I wore them, he couldn't help himself. I don't have them anymore, and I think I'm okay with that.
Hahaha! Most DoD and DoD-adjacent jobs do not distinguish themselves for nurturing a sense of style! They are as close as "uniformed" as one can get without wearing standard-issued garments!
@@irairod5160 It's true. Walking around, you'd think everyone was dressed for a funeral (or in fatigues, sometimes class Bs) the way it was all shades of navy, black, and gray.
The workplace has come a long way. Red is one of my favorite colors. It doesn’t make me feel passionate, but very confident. I never feel like I am out of place.
When is the best time to buy? When it is on sale. But you are right, these are times we tend to buy what we don't exactly need. I do tend to buy the same thing over and over as I am drawn to certain things.
This is a great list. I live in Charleston as well and I'm from here. I moved away so my wardrobe changed immensely. I moved back almost 3 years ago and I had a major wardrobe shift away from all my heavy clothes and outerwear. Also, i wasted so much money on luxury items that didn't suit me or my lifestyle right now as a SAHM. I am rebuilding my entire wardrobe but slowly and as more of a minimalist because I just don't need most of those items anymore.
Red? wrong! As a frequent key note speaker red is a good choice so audience can easily see you. Think of Queen Elizabeth. Is your blouse would blend into the background if you are the “leader” of a large group.
I’m fond of red. I always feel upbeat when I wear this powerful color. So can’t agree with you on that. The other pieces of advice make perfect sense to me.
Thank you for another great video! I am so guilty of being a "sale" shopper and my closet has suffered for space! You are always so gracious and poised in your presentation. Thank you for your kind guidelines and encouragement! Happy Holidays!
I have found people seem to feel challenged by someone wearing red and and you'll end up being pulled over at the airport for extra security checks if you wear a red coat . I doubt this is a conscious decision by the agents - more of a unconscious reaction . It took me a long time to get over buying dark jeans and black turtleneck sweaters .
I used to have a red car, ugh! The many times I was pulled over in it. I have a bright red down coat that I’ve been wearing heavy this season while traveling. Luckily, I have TSA pre✔️ and don’t get bothered much with it.
Thank you for this video! Great tips to remember! Could you do a video on how to think about purchasing cloths when working in a clothing store? I've worked mainly in women's fashion for about 15 years. I have purchased items I regret, lol! Maybe it's about self control, but when your discount is 50%, it's hard not to buy everything.
Well you certainly sparked a conversation, didn't you! I think the key here is simply taking into account your personal work environment as well as the reasons you wear whatever colors you choose. Do I want to project something? Do I want to stand out? Do I want people to think or perceive something different about me? Audrey is making a couple of assumptions in her thoughts on red about the GENERAL professional setting but we know there are countless work environments. What she's done is provided a platform from which to potentially think about what we wear from a different perspective than maybe we have before. Which I love about her videos - they make think. What I wear matters - and I'm thinking it through a lot more often and actually finding more fun and freedom in shopping and dressing than before.
Red for work is great when you want to draw attention. I have often worn red when I was the speaker at conferences, or when I knew I intended to present a strong position.
Not all reds are equal. A good resource for this is Carol Tuttle’s *Dressing Your Truth* and it is much better than the color theory or seasonal color analysis. :) thanks for the video!
😉Learned my lesson about wasting money💰 on certain garments. 🚫 List: #1 Sweaters. Love cuddly & oversize ones, but none of them ever get enough wear in my climate😥. #2 Pretty patterned blouses & dresses. Drawn like a magpie to feminine & classic prints, but most remained purely aspirational & never worn😔. The ones that do get any action have an extremely ➡️short shelf life⬅️ in my wardrobe. #3 Wool. Own an elegant pair of lined black wool trousers that made my cut, & they get pulled out 1-3xs max per year. #4 Heavily woven or tweed materials, esp. suits. These items just never get adequate wearing😣. 🤗Clearance Queen👑. Found a lot of timeless, classic staple pieces on sales that have lasted. When something actually suits my hourglass shape, I'm thrilled to buy in multiples (even more so whenever on deep discount). 💚 Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
Hi Audrey, I really enjoy learning from your videos. I regret giving and losing my good quality sweaters and clothing from the past. They simply do not make clothing as they did when I was growing up. A time when fashion is one of the most important aspects in your life. I would appreciate if you could do a video on grey flannel. I happen to love grey flannel suits, blazers and jackets. The soft feel and the formality of this material is just wonderful on women as well as men.
buying the same type of items/style is really my biggest problem now 😞😭😭 like you said I always gravitate towards something that I'm comfortable with, but ngl it gets a bit bland overtime... i wanted to buy blouse but I haven't found the one that I like. so all I did is buying the same thing :(
I personally have sensitive skin and find wool really itchy, but I have a wool coat because it’s warm and great for winter. The work around for me is wearing it with a turtleneck, gloves, and pants so My skin doesn’t end up in contact with it. Something I’m planning on doing in the future is tailoring it: replace the satin lining with silk and extend the lining further up the neck, and further down the bottom hem and the sleeves. I’m also planning on replacing the inside material in the pockets to a soft fabric that goes to the very edge of the pocket opening.
I agree...not every one looks good in red. My best friend looks great in red but on me...red looks gaudy. Sad but true. I look great and look good and feel confident in pale blues, greys and soft pinks.
I read somewhere that you have to feel confident the day you wear red. Otherwise, it's impossible to pull it off. Clothes in a different colour will ensure you feel great even on those days when you feel slightly less confident.
Wow, ok red is the topic of the day, lol! Great video, Audrey, the blouse is gorgeous on you and I love how you knotted it and created a gathered effect at the waist, super flattering. I have had to really stop myself from buying things on sale because they are on sale. This has been made much worst for me since online shopping became a thing. I couldn’t resist the flash sale emails from my favorite retailers and would spend hours going through sale items looking for the one thing I just had to have. I’m pretty selective so I can’t say I abused this, but for sure there are things I bought on sale that just weren’t me. I have since unsubscribed from all retail emails. That helped! Back to red: I do find it hard to pull off in general on me and generally don’t gravitate to it (to the point where I used a burgundy handbag at a holiday party where we were all told to wear a touch of red and I refused to buy something red…). I do however have a red shell blouse that looks amazing under gray, navy and blue blazers and really pulls together a gray suit. Totally agree with you on cheap detailing and trends. Nothing worst than seeing a top that screams last year in your closet that you barely wore. Would you agree that fashion is somewhat less trend driven today? Or do I just ignore the trends, lol?
I see red as a powerful, bold, assertive color. My dad always wore a tie with red in it when he was in an important meeting. I agree with others, it depends on how it is worn.
One of the highlights of this year has been to discover your channel. Thank you for such useful tips and your thoughtful analysis that helps educate us to become more conscientious shoppers/users.
Your videos are always so thoughtful which is why you're my favorite influencer to watch. I love your red coat by the way and would happily wear that any and everywhere. For me I have made many poor "sale" purchases in the past. Now I ask myself "would I happily pay full price for this item?" if yes then I will buy it but most of the time my answer is no so I leave it behind. It's not a good purchase no matter how inexpensive if you never or hardly ever wear it.
Oops I wear my favorite red blazer to most of the job interviews I ever have; it's beautiful and very professional. (Audrey's red blazer outfits would fit in great in any office I've worked in, tbh.) I also have red sweaters and a jacker that I wear to work around the holidays especially. I think that's very much a style difference and maybe a difference in industry. I've never worked in an industry that was so restrictive on colors and I'm very grateful because it wouldn't work with my style at all if I had to wear neutrals all the time. (That first one was so specific relative to the others so I'm not surprised that's the one where the disagreement comes in.)
I bought a red jacket five years ago, and I've only worn it once. Each time I get it out to wear, I try it on and end up wearing a black jacket instead. Maybe I'm not a red person. I just find a large item like a dress or coat in red is too loud, but if it's a bag or gloves in red then it looks good. That's just my personal opinion.x 😊
Red is similar to high heels… it can be inappropriate based on what you wear with it. Obviously, High Heels with a short skirt is inappropriate for the work place. However heels with a great pair of trousers is elegant and sophisticated. Red is similar, just be contentious of how to use it! Nuance is key 😉
I learned something very interesting today while I have been researching shoes and how they are made which is something I know you can appreciate. I came across the RUclips channel Trenton & Heath. Trust me when I say you will love watching the craftsmanship that goes into the repairing of a shoe and the tips they talk about that help us all know what really is a well made shoe. All of which you probably already know, but I just thought you would appreciate the craftsmanship they hold dear.
I wholeheartedly agree with Audrey about red. A person may have originally worn red lipstick to work, received a startled response from colleagues which hurriedly gets turned into a compliment to avoid hurt feelings. Somehow however, they believe the awkward compliment & decide that red should be their “signature colour” 🥴. Red lipstick 💄 soon morphs into the red blazer, the red patent leather pant, red accessories, red nails, shoes, day wear, evening & formalwear. Red is often teamed with a similarly overpowering & often ghastly scent eg “Poison”. They buy a red dog & eventuality the red car 🚗. PLEASE DON’T DO IT, especially redheads with blue tone skin 😨. The hardest thing is to be your best friend watching you become your own worst enemy. Singles go on dates wearing their boldest red outfits after preparing for hours while listening to “lady in red….she’s dancing with me, cheek to cheek ♥️ “ & later wonder why the date was a disaster 🤔 ? Ask yourself: how many other people were wearing red where you went? No one. How rare is it in boutiques? There’s a reason for that. But it’s too late because by now, they’ve convinced themselves that they’re unique & while the rest of us avoid red, THEY can pull it off 😡 but they can’t. No one can. Imagine being their best friend trying to be sensitive & diplomatic while steering them gently out of their unflattering obsession with red 😩🔫 ? You care enough to have serious concerns about them being in over their heads with bloody red. By now, they’re only holding onto their obsession with red due to a stubborn attempt to prove the doubters wrong 😡…. Just do everyone a favour & don’t start dabbling in wearing red AT ALL. No polka dots, nothing & you might one day be pleasantly surprised when 3 dozen red roses are left on your doorstep 🌹
I hope people but and wear the colors they like; enjoy “trendy” and/or “classic” clothes, and move forward in their lives as happily as possible. I would never “ban” a color on behalf of other people.
I regret buying things without a plan, purchases made when I'm not utilizing a list. These are items from every area of my life--food, clothing, skin care, etc. No mas!
Thank you so much for watching! I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Hi Audrey, I enjoy your chanel and find your style so inspiring and thoughful! However, I am struggling about the RED issue. Unless this is meant for all genders in the work place it puts the burden on women to "not come across in the wrong way" and that line of thought is antiquated at best.
@@pattimcfarlane8504 While I tend to agree, the problem is we, both women and men, can't control how others view us. Red has always been a color of passion but that doesn't mean you have to purge it from your closet. I think it depends more on *what* you're wearing than the color.
@@pattimcfarlane8504 oh no it applies to everyone :)
Hi Audrey, I wonder if you have already some brand of jackets, they help me to look dressed up at work. I need them light not heavy, in beige or grey, because I already have the dark colors. Hopefully you can find a suggestion. Thank you.
I personally do not have the coloring to wear red successfully in any setting but I do think that for some women who are wanting to stand out in the workplace, it can work really successfully for them. Especially for situations like giving a presentation where they want to maintain people's attention rather than losing their focus. I think that it can suggest the idea of "I am a woman and different from all the men in the room and this is a good thing," in the right circumstance.
I recalled both Theresa May and Margaret Thatcher frequently wearing red and was able to come up with many pictures of them wearing red suits in a brief Google search. Maybe in their case, their stressing their femininity with color was a good thing in some situations since they were older and more powerful than women tend to be. But in any case, I don't think it was a bad idea for them!
One thing that I really like about your channel is that you tend to acknowledge that different looks are appropriate for different women, rather than to suggest that everyone should be wearing the same blue-and-white striped shirt or grey suit or dark jeans or whatever. And I think acknowledging this with regard to appropriate workplace clothing is a good strategy as well.
Another great video, but I must disagree on red for the workplace. I worked in a male dominated environment for most of my career and my wardrobe was grounded in black, white and navy. But when I needed a boost of confidence or to stand out from a sea of men in blue suits, I routinely pulled out an all red suit, very structured and classic in style and it made me feel powerful and “seen” ! I never got anything but compliments when I wore red, and it’s still a colour a inject into my outfits even now that I’m retired. I love it!
So happy to hear that red has worked so well for you! I love red and I just pinned this comment above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way so it may disempower women in male dominated environments for example. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
@@AudreyCoyne Very interesting! And perhaps contrast a red dress with a red power suit worn in an office.
I totally agree with you. Red for women in a corporate environment works beautifully. It shows presence and sends a no bullshit-policy message.
I believe the style, cut, and fit of a red outfit is more what determines whether the vibes are romantic or not. Years ago I had the classic cut, power suit in red. Several times the boss asked that I wear it when we needed that professional, no-nonsense image.
Unrelated but as an intern in the district attorney's office, there was a prosecuter who often wore colorful suits. My favorite of hers was this pale lavender skirt suit. Ooh, it screamed powerful woman. It fit her perfectly
For the first time, I would disagree with Audrey completely - that is on Color Red. Red is such a beautiful Color. Hope we do not colonise the world with Grey, Black And Navy Blue work wear colours.
Completely agree with you!
Totally agree with you. I have a bright red winter coat that is well tailored & I have dry cleaned @ the end of winter ea. year. I style the coat up or down with different scarves, brooches etc. I didn’t want a beige, grey, black or navy coat like every other lemming in winter. Best wishes from Adelaide; South Australia🇦🇺💐
The comment for “regretful red” was directed towards corporate/business attire. Not in other styling options such as formal, outerwear, casual, occasion wear, etc.
Red, black, white are considered “power” colors.
Same here. I have many reds in my wardrobe and wear them often.
Like other comments I must disagree about red for work clothes. I had a red blazer that I loved - classic cut, pure wool - that I had bought for a ridiculously low price at a thrift store. I always wore it if I anticipated a difficult day because it made me feel so confident. When. sadly, it no longer fitted me I gave it to another thrift store and I hope someone else now loves it equally.
What a wonderful story and feeling tied to a piece. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️❤️
Same here. When I was working, i had a red double breasted blazer I wore with a black skirt or pants and white blouse. I never felt it was wrong in my somewhat conservative workplace.
I have noticed that women most often wear red on Mondays. I do it. It gives me the energy to get through a Monday.
Me too. I had a wool tailored jacket in red that I wore with a white blouse and black slacks. It served me well for years. I had a job where I often had to be meetings with men and I always thought my red jacket made me stand out. Frankly I needed that or I would have been invisible.
Maybe I found it!! Not only did I get my most advanced job interviewing in a bright ass red suit, I also have a thrift store red jacket that I adore. I rarely wear it anymore though since outside of interviews we don’t really wear stuff like that.
I wore a brick red top with my suit for my most recent interview, specifically because I wanted to convey that passion and energy. I got the job!
I read the red comments, including the pinned one from Audrey. I shied away from red because I didn't want people to notice me. But whenever I wear it, it looks outstanding on me. I got lots of compliments. I know. I know. It's about how the emotions take in the color red when you wear it. However, I spent most of my adult life trying to fit in and worried about whether others felt "safe" around me. I can't do that anymore.
While many commented about the colour red, I must say that your RED jacket look so good on you. I used to wear some tones of red (but not chili neon red) during negotiation or when I need to feel empowered. It gives the "don't mess with me" vibe.
Red is my confident colour . Almost all of my success business and talks were ones where I was in a red power suit or jacket. So , for me I am not giving up on red. The shades of red May change as I grow older but never out of my closet for work wear.!
At 70 years old I have a motto “ I don’t regret what I buy I regret what I left behind “ 😂
Hahah fantastic 😂❤️
In my 70s now too I love red....blazer, daydresses, date night dresses, slacks,blouses, shirts, sweaters, purse, shoes, scarves with red in them. I always buy them in nice pricey brands I buy vintage or end of season in classic styles and lengths never trendy...I never cheap out on colorful things but really beyond red and yellow I dont wear just every coor of the rainbpw in my wardrobe...some pinks, almost never prints except my family Scots plaid which happens to be Stewart... because I dont want my red garments to look cheap. Most of my warrobe is actually neutrals.Of course I dont wear ALL red all over. I love reds with cream, navy, camel most.
@@latinaalma1947 me too love colors hate black tops & dresses but I’ll wear black pants or jeans or skirts I also wear beige & cream added to my red , yellow ,orange , green you name it all colors that go with my skin tone I love luxury handbags , high heels shoes ,scarves & makeup 😃 life is too short & one way street so I want to enjoy every step of the way.. I worked very hard for it & I will not regret what I buy if I bought it then I like it so I’ll enjoy it as much as I can 😄 Have a Merry Christmas & Happy Healthy Blessed New Year 🎄
A “flat” red seldom works. I’d say you can always work cherry, burgundy, terracotta, etc into a professional outfit. The important thing is wearing the shade that looks great on you. I have a deep fuchsia heavy silk shirt that I wear to work (not too often) and I love the added feminine power it gives me.
I look great in cherry-red, and disastrously bad in tomato-red.
My next winter coat needs to be a cherry-red knee length coat.
The quality of the material is also important as the same shade can look different from fabric to fabric.
@@jackiehamilton2738 absolutely!
I would argue that buying the same idea over and over in slightly different iterations can be something that works really, really well for some people. Guy here who used to be a professional stylist. Uniform dressing is amazing when you really distill what you love and make it work for you. I'm a jeans with everything person. Jeans cuffed with boat shoes on the beach. Jeans with a velvet jacket to the opera. For day to day wear, I prefer tee shirts, almost exclusively in black and gray. That's not a super exciting base for a wardrobe. What I buy a lot of are really great jackets, and a lot of sweaters. I stick to a color palate of mostly gray, black, navy, maroon/wine/plum, and more black. I don't regret owning at least five gray jackets at all. They all have different textures, different proportions, different patterns, etc. I love them all. They all have different purposes.
The magic of a uniform, or a few repeated looks is that you can mix and match indefinitely, it ends up looking like you have a broader wardrobe than you really do, and you can almost dress in the dark and still look chic. A lot of the most stylish people have just a few ideas that they rotate through in different permutations. The drawback is that you have to know yourself and what works for you really well, you need to be very practical about what really works for your lifestyle, and you need to practice a lot of self control while shopping. Uniform dressing is very freeing. There's something magical about not feeling your best, throwing on the usual, and looking great.
As my life has changed, the color red in my wardrobe too has changed. Finding my right red is crucial. In this season of my life I am using very nice red shoes and or red bags to pop my outfit. I find at this moment I want my clothes to be " quiet" so to say. Loved every point you covered. Although I am much older than you are I try to pick and choose from your videos a few things each week to think about, try etc.. thank you. You put so much thought into your videos. You are marvelous.
Yes, I'm the same way. I no longer gravitate towards the crimson reds, now I like a more subtle, rich tones of cabernet red. I'm a big of aubergine as well.
I wore a bright red sweater to an important presentation for my company in London, and it and I were a hit. Red is my happy color, both in and outside of work.
In terms of wearing red in a corporate setting, I think it is appropriate if such red aligns with you: your personality, nuances and mannerisms, tailoring and chosen outfits. I wear red in a corporate setting in very successful and chic ways- my preferred one is an exquisitely tailored red coat. I also have a perfectly tailored red pantsuit and wear it with the same positive results. On the other hand, I would not wear red shoes.
I’m so happy it makes you feel amazing! I just pinned this above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
@@AudreyCoyne Excellent point. Thank you as always, Audrey.
Agree with all of these except red for a work setting. I love wearing red to work. One of my favourite work sweaters is a red cashmere that pairs well with black pants, jeans, or just about any neutral.
That’s really cool! Sounds cozy.
I think she means like even more strict/formal work places where jeans aren’t really allowed etc.
@@unanaspig A red shirt is one of my favourite things to pair with a black, navy, or charcoal suit, too.
I’m so happy that red works for you! I just pinned this as a comment above but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Ugh, wool and cashmere! You're spot on - I used to get wool and cashmere sweaters for so long, even though I found them really itchy, because they are high quality and very practical for cold weather. They didn't give me hives or a full-blown allergic reaction, so I rationalized that I would still wear them--that I'd either just "get used to" the itchiness or I would wear a long-sleeve shirt underneath every time. But I eventually came to realize that I'm just not going to do that. I want to be comfortable in my clothes, so I'm not going to settle for something itchy. I don't want to have to wear multiple layers just to wear one sweater (not to mention, layering a tee underneath didn't fix the itchiness at the neck problem). I've given away all of my wool and cashmere sweaters, and now I just wear chunky cotton knits. I still get tempted sometimes, but I know better now.
Sorry Audrey but I love RED and do not regret my beautiful red wool and leather jacket. I have been wearing them for many years and get lots of compliments. It suits my colouring and I feel great in them.
I own a single suit and it is head-to-toe raspberry red 😂It's by far my favorite work outfit! Coming from a background of experience design, cultural meaning of color is no doubt super interesting. Assigned gender roles also play an effect on our interpretation of color, so sharper cuts tend to read as powerful/intense while rounder, curve hugging cuts tend to read as sultry and romantic.
I had red jackets (not fire-engine red but a slightly orangey or slightly brownish red) that I wore in professional setting. Red is especially useful when I am the speaker or the expert- times when I want to be the center of attention. !
I think what Audrey is conveying about the color red is that it is very passionate and powerful color, which may not be appropriate depending on your specific work environment. I could see this color going wrong in very formal and oft times male dominated corporate environments or conversely in extremely casual and egalitarian environments. However, if you are going to work with the intention of feeling confident, making a statement, and conveying power and authority-this could be a very visually powerful way of doing it! Personally-for my environment, experience, and comfort level-I prefer to stay towards the purple end of the burgundy spectrum.
I think you are right Sasha. I would go for the more purple, plum or burgundy end of that spectrum for a work setting. If your work is in fashion then wear away.
I agree, as a redhead, I can't wear red..I prefer purple or Berry tones as well..
Exactly :) I just pinned this as a comment but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Meh, a red cardigan doesn't make a statement about anything and it's perfectly wearable at the office. It depends on the garment.
My work environment could not be more male-dominated. I interviewed for my most prestigious job in a bright ass red suit with leopard print lining. Which she’s suggesting is basically taking some stereotype and acting like it applies. Sometimes there are small effects of associating with certain colors with certain traits, but keyword small. If someone is comfortable wearing red to work and they feel empowered by it, they’ll probably perform better in it than some color that that they wouldn’t feel comfortable with. And vice versa if somebody doesn’t feel comfortable with red they don’t have to wear it. But it’s associated with romance? I know exactly what she’s referring to and can guarantee that whatever effect you think you’re going to get from outfit color is relatively minor. Self-confidence and feeling comfortable in your skin, if we could measure those things, would have a bigger effect in performance than color.
In fact you probably would have an even less or effect in male dominated environments for anything to do with red because color blindness is Significantly higher in men than among women. Hope this helps.
I appreciate talking about allergies to wool, cashmere, etc. This is something I struggle with when shopping for winter quality pieces.
Hi Kathryn! Love your profile pic! :)
Hi Audrey, I had the opposite experience ; my red tailored jackets and structured sweater have served me well at work. Thanks for all your ongoing tips . Happy holidays! 🌲❄️❤️🇨🇦
Me too! I landed a great job wearing a red "power" suit. Years later my boss told me I was the only one they interviewed for the position, and the suit was a plus! It depends where you work - this was a creative environment.
I used to have a beautiful red suit that I used for interviews. It didn't seem to work for me. The last time I interviewed at a new company (13 years ago) I wore a black suit for the first round and a beige suit for the second round -- totally worked. Glad the red worked for you and the other poster.
I agree ladies, red for the win!
That’s amazing and sounds so beautiful! I just pinned this as a comment but I recently had the coolest in-person color analysis done using the sci art system. In that analysis we went over red and of course my specific reds. We went over how red is classified as a romantic color because when you wear your specific reds, it can cause others to view you in a romantic or intimate way. It’s not so much how you feel in red but rather how others feel towards you, when you wear it. Depending on your work environment and the attention you want or don’t want, red can serve you different ways in corporate settings. So so interesting and hopefully helpful xx
Everyone has unique color combinations
I love that you emphasize "what works for someone else may not work for you". Although I'm a huge fabric snob and prefer natural materials over synthetic, I have a friend who is allergic to wool so for sweaters I have to be mindful of suggesting cotton sweaters when we go shopping together.
I really agree with the wool/cashmere point! When I first started introducing those fibers, I would buy tighter fitting sweaters. And they were always so itchy! It wasted my money. It took me forever to realize it’s better to size up in a wool sweater so you can place a long sleeve undershirt with it. Now I can reap the warming benefits of wool without the itch. Although, I personally still avoid wool turtlenecks.
I agree with all of these observations, except avoiding the color red in career clothing. That’s just too specific. The other five observations were spot-on.
Audrey, I loved the look that the red coat created. We have to agree to disagree, red is a statement piece and I appreciate it when done correctly.🥰
Disagree on red. Just read the comment you wrote on it, but I frankly don't really get it? Sure, some reds may look romantic, like the shades of roses, but for example a really bright and intense red has nothing romantic about it at all in my opinion 🤔
Aside from that, super lovely video as always ❤️❤️❤️
I stayed away from red because i don't like calling attention to myself. Being warm tone made me warm up some about red. I like it as a pop of color and sometimes more. I see the point Audrey is making with red, it's a thin like between how it makes you feel and how others feel about you in such an intense, romantic and passionate color. Great tips as usual!
I look great in red, but like you I don't want any attention🤣.
I totally agree with you about the materials the garment is made from. I once had to EpiPen in a fitting room due to the angora wool in the sweater that I was trying on. It was beautiful and really suited me so the sales assistant tried to persuade me to purchase it. That was until she realized that I had, had such a strong reaction.
I still think of how beautiful the sweater was but know that I would never have worn it!
Today I opened my sweater drawer and just loved seeing a selection of colors and fibers that all make me feel wonderfully well dressed. Your channel has helped me refine my wardrobe, make fewer shopping errors and sharpen my eye for quality and style. At 70 I often receive compliments which mean a lot these days as often after passing 60 I started feeling invisible. I’m a cotton blouse lover most of the year but when spending the fall and winter in NYC I prefer to sweater up. Happy New Year and many thanks for your helpful videos and resources!
I have definitely benefited from cutting back on buying things only because they’re sale tip. Those items ironically always end up in a donation like a yr later!
So true!
Nice tips but I must say, since red is one of my favorite colors, I have had much success wearing it in the work environment. Ultimately, if you confidently wear anything, you will most likely be able to pull it off! Merry Christmas chica!🤗
Totally agree xx ❤️
When I worked in an office I always felt great in a red dress. I think we can be too literal about colour theory. It doesn’t always hold true.
I am going to try to be more mindful before a wardrobe purchase. That is such a fantastic plan. Thank you for the inspiration ❤️
I disagree completely with the color Red. Living in a tropical country, we do not have any limitations on colors to wear even in a corporate setting. Wearing grey, navy or black on a daily basis especially at work can become un inspiring. ! Red, pink and other brighter colors are fine in the workforce as long as the style of clothing is restrained, tailored well and professional looking.
Yes. In my country the colour doesn't matter.
Agree
So so true. Great advice. I am super allergic to wool but need to wear it for warmth. I always have to wear a bamboo roll neck underneath to keep it off my skin. Mohair I simply cannot wear. I love cashmere and with some but not all brands I can wear directly on my skin and it isn’t related to price
Great observations, Audrey! May I add a comment about the quality I'm seeing now in what used to be reliable clothing retailers? Now, sourcing is really cheaply done, not only in style details, such as no pockets, no lining, turtlenecks that flop over, and barely any seams, but also use of materials that cannot be laundered successfully more than once or twice. It's buyer beware out there!
Remote work during the pandemic has allowed us to not worry about what to wear to office every day..such a relief and has been very good on our pocket books.
I disagree with you about the colour red. I have worn it many times, including to work, and it has never led to strange situations nor that someone would treat me badly. Moreover, I feel very comfortable in red.
I would agree with you.
I had a uni lecturer who was a snappy dresser, and often wore immaculately tailored power suits in bold colors (including chilli red with ever-so-perfectly fluted sleeves).
I always viewed her as confident, intelligent, and yes, stylish.
She was in a male-dominated field (science), and a relatively relaxed setting (other lecturers often turned up in knee shorts if it was summer), and yet she never deviated from her personal style.
I thought more, not less, of her for doing so, particularly when she was wearing that memorable red suit.
I think it depends on the red. Something like an oxblood or deep maroon might work well. Especially paired with brown or navy! Black can get so tiresome.
Hilarious that you mention red because I literally just bought red pants and I'm rocking it. I'm going to have to respectfully disagree about never wearing red in the office. Great advice about everything else!
Thanks for your invaluable tips. Whilst I can see that red can be a bit too strong for corporate situations, I love that red jacket and would not regret buying it - I'd wear it out at weekends (think brunch or lunch) or for trips to the city. I like the way you showed it dressed up, and more casual. 👌
I love red. It's my favorite color ( especially apple candy red). It can be a very luxurious and elegant color when you know how to wear it and yet if you don't know..it can come off totally cheap and hookerish
Many comments are missing a point about red color in work environment. The way that it makes someone feel has nothing to do with the points that Audrey made. It's the way it comes across more than how it makes the one who wears it, feel.
I think many of us get her point---Audrey expressed it clearly---but we are disagreeing because we have experienced fantastic outcomes when wearing red, even in the most conservative corporate environments. These are some of the adjectives I've gotten after my interviews and presentations: venturesome, engaging, assertive, open, unconventional, authoritative, passionate, decisive, memorable. Red has served me well at work, not because what it makes ME feel, but precisely because what it makes OTHERS feel about me.
What it boils down to for me is the cost per wear-in the end if I wear it consistently, it lasts a long time and I continue to reach for it, a higher cost is justified. Something inexpensive that I don’t wear is more costly.
Very good point.
Thank you Audrey for a wonderful year of content. You put so much effort into your videos, it shows and is very much appreciated. You always make me feel inspired and motivated to create outfits from items I already own and when I do purchase items, it's done mindfully. Merry Christmas to you and your husband and fur family. Enjoy and ❤from a very, very hot Western Australia 😊🎄🎁
Oh goodness, I had a pair of almost neon red pants that I wore when I worked at the DoD, and my director could NOT wrap his head around them. He would constantly tease me about being able to divert traffic if I stood in the road. Ultimately, it didn't really matter, but every time I wore them, he couldn't help himself. I don't have them anymore, and I think I'm okay with that.
Hahaha! Most DoD and DoD-adjacent jobs do not distinguish themselves for nurturing a sense of style! They are as close as "uniformed" as one can get without wearing standard-issued garments!
@@irairod5160 It's true. Walking around, you'd think everyone was dressed for a funeral (or in fatigues, sometimes class Bs) the way it was all shades of navy, black, and gray.
The workplace has come a long way. Red is one of my favorite colors. It doesn’t make me feel passionate, but very confident. I never feel like I am out of place.
I love red, and color. So glad I'm not in corporate America and I can wear color. Honestly though, I still would wear red in the corporate world.
When is the best time to buy? When it is on sale. But you are right, these are times we tend to buy what we don't exactly need. I do tend to buy the same thing over and over as I am drawn to certain things.
This is a great list. I live in Charleston as well and I'm from here. I moved away so my wardrobe changed immensely. I moved back almost 3 years ago and I had a major wardrobe shift away from all my heavy clothes and outerwear. Also, i wasted so much money on luxury items that didn't suit me or my lifestyle right now as a SAHM. I am rebuilding my entire wardrobe but slowly and as more of a minimalist because I just don't need most of those items anymore.
Red? wrong! As a frequent key note speaker red is a good choice so audience can easily see you. Think of Queen Elizabeth. Is your blouse would blend into the background if you are the “leader” of a large group.
TBH, I think the red coat looks great on you & would be perfectly at home in a business setting . It’s a muted shade rather than a lipstick red.
I’m fond of red. I always feel upbeat when I wear this powerful color. So can’t agree with you on that. The other pieces of advice make perfect sense to me.
Thank you for another great video! I am so guilty of being a "sale" shopper and my closet has suffered for space! You are always so gracious and poised in your presentation. Thank you for your kind guidelines and encouragement! Happy Holidays!
I have found people seem to feel challenged by someone wearing red and and you'll end up being pulled over at the airport for extra security checks if you wear a red coat . I doubt this is a conscious decision by the agents - more of a unconscious reaction . It took me a long time to get over buying dark jeans and black turtleneck sweaters .
I used to have a red car, ugh! The many times I was pulled over in it. I have a bright red down coat that I’ve been wearing heavy this season while traveling. Luckily, I have TSA pre✔️ and don’t get bothered much with it.
Don’t agree about the colour red!
Thank you for this video! Great tips to remember! Could you do a video on how to think about purchasing cloths when working in a clothing store? I've worked mainly in women's fashion for about 15 years. I have purchased items I regret, lol! Maybe it's about self control, but when your discount is 50%, it's hard not to buy everything.
Well you certainly sparked a conversation, didn't you! I think the key here is simply taking into account your personal work environment as well as the reasons you wear whatever colors you choose. Do I want to project something? Do I want to stand out? Do I want people to think or perceive something different about me? Audrey is making a couple of assumptions in her thoughts on red about the GENERAL professional setting but we know there are countless work environments. What she's done is provided a platform from which to potentially think about what we wear from a different perspective than maybe we have before. Which I love about her videos - they make think. What I wear matters - and I'm thinking it through a lot more often and actually finding more fun and freedom in shopping and dressing than before.
I guessed the one about buying stuff on sale, before you said it. Definitely guilty of that in the past.
I must disagree with you about the color red (see my photo!) Red is a vibrant, versatile, and happy color. I feel great when I wear it!
Red for work is great when you want to draw attention. I have often worn red when I was the speaker at conferences, or when I knew I intended to present a strong position.
A cool red or maroon is one of my color staples.. It repeats in my wardrobe and goes well with everything
Can we just take a moment and appreciate how soothing her voice is 😍
Agree about the color red in the office. Red is an intense “look at me” color. Colors that don’t shout are more appropriate for the office.
I love how strategic you are when planning your wardrobe 🙌🙏
Not all reds are equal. A good resource for this is Carol Tuttle’s *Dressing Your Truth* and it is much better than the color theory or seasonal color analysis. :) thanks for the video!
😉Learned my lesson about wasting money💰 on certain garments. 🚫 List:
#1 Sweaters. Love cuddly & oversize ones, but none of them ever get enough wear in my climate😥.
#2 Pretty patterned blouses & dresses. Drawn like a magpie to feminine & classic prints, but most remained purely aspirational & never worn😔. The ones that do get any action have an extremely ➡️short shelf life⬅️ in my wardrobe.
#3 Wool. Own an elegant pair of lined black wool trousers that made my cut, & they get pulled out 1-3xs max per year.
#4 Heavily woven or tweed materials, esp. suits. These items just never get adequate wearing😣.
🤗Clearance Queen👑. Found a lot of timeless, classic staple pieces on sales that have lasted. When something actually suits my hourglass shape, I'm thrilled to buy in multiples (even more so whenever on deep discount).
💚 Bridget from Cali☘️
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Hi Audrey, I really enjoy learning from your videos. I regret giving and losing my good quality sweaters and clothing from the past.
They simply do not make clothing as they did when I was growing up. A time when fashion is one of the most important aspects in your life.
I would appreciate if you could do a video on grey flannel. I happen to love grey flannel suits, blazers and jackets.
The soft feel and the formality of this material is just wonderful on women as well as men.
buying the same type of items/style is really my biggest problem now 😞😭😭 like you said I always gravitate towards something that I'm comfortable with, but ngl it gets a bit bland overtime... i wanted to buy blouse but I haven't found the one that I like. so all I did is buying the same thing :(
I personally have sensitive skin and find wool really itchy, but I have a wool coat because it’s warm and great for winter. The work around for me is wearing it with a turtleneck, gloves, and pants so My skin doesn’t end up in contact with it. Something I’m planning on doing in the future is tailoring it: replace the satin lining with silk and extend the lining further up the neck, and further down the bottom hem and the sleeves. I’m also planning on replacing the inside material in the pockets to a soft fabric that goes to the very edge of the pocket opening.
I can wear cashmere without itch, and merino wool and superfine wool, i wear turtlenecks under, cuddle duds are great for layering under sweaters
I agree...not every one looks good in red. My best friend looks great in red but on me...red looks gaudy. Sad but true. I look great and look good and feel confident in pale blues, greys and soft pinks.
Love the comment about being allergic to materials. I learned the hard way I cannot handle or wear raw silk
I always wear a turtle neck top in winter under jerseys (sweaters) that way I am warm. . .
I've spent 30 years buying a variety of turtle neck jumpers, blazers, peacoats and 7/8 trousers.... I've never regretted any of them nor will I ever 😃
I read somewhere that you have to feel confident the day you wear red. Otherwise, it's impossible to pull it off. Clothes in a different colour will ensure you feel great even on those days when you feel slightly less confident.
Agreed!
Wow, ok red is the topic of the day, lol! Great video, Audrey, the blouse is gorgeous on you and I love how you knotted it and created a gathered effect at the waist, super flattering. I have had to really stop myself from buying things on sale because they are on sale. This has been made much worst for me since online shopping became a thing. I couldn’t resist the flash sale emails from my favorite retailers and would spend hours going through sale items looking for the one thing I just had to have. I’m pretty selective so I can’t say I abused this, but for sure there are things I bought on sale that just weren’t me. I have since unsubscribed from all retail emails. That helped! Back to red: I do find it hard to pull off in general on me and generally don’t gravitate to it (to the point where I used a burgundy handbag at a holiday party where we were all told to wear a touch of red and I refused to buy something red…). I do however have a red shell blouse that looks amazing under gray, navy and blue blazers and really pulls together a gray suit. Totally agree with you on cheap detailing and trends. Nothing worst than seeing a top that screams last year in your closet that you barely wore. Would you agree that fashion is somewhat less trend driven today? Or do I just ignore the trends, lol?
I see red as a powerful, bold, assertive color. My dad always wore a tie with red in it when he was in an important meeting. I agree with others, it depends on how it is worn.
I love red with dark grey or with beige, but I agree with you, red looks sometimes too passionate or even aggressive, it depends
Thank you! I have made so many of these mistakes, it’s comforting to hear your learning through them.
I luv red and really get noticed in a positive way when I wear it! I also am on a no sweater buy in 2022...like you I have too many sweaters :)
One of the highlights of this year has been to discover your channel. Thank you for such useful tips and your thoughtful analysis that helps educate us to become more conscientious shoppers/users.
If I like something I always buy two of them in different colours, it's just something that works for me.
2:55, that is SO TRUE! Nothing worse than when something starts fraying a lot or is always getting caught
Red is powerful. A great choice
Your videos are always so thoughtful which is why you're my favorite influencer to watch. I love your red coat by the way and would happily wear that any and everywhere. For me I have made many poor "sale" purchases in the past. Now I ask myself "would I happily pay full price for this item?" if yes then I will buy it but most of the time my answer is no so I leave it behind. It's not a good purchase no matter how inexpensive if you never or hardly ever wear it.
Oops I wear my favorite red blazer to most of the job interviews I ever have; it's beautiful and very professional. (Audrey's red blazer outfits would fit in great in any office I've worked in, tbh.) I also have red sweaters and a jacker that I wear to work around the holidays especially. I think that's very much a style difference and maybe a difference in industry. I've never worked in an industry that was so restrictive on colors and I'm very grateful because it wouldn't work with my style at all if I had to wear neutrals all the time. (That first one was so specific relative to the others so I'm not surprised that's the one where the disagreement comes in.)
I have red big coat and will always wear it for work. I love it, cause I made it myself
I agree on the red! Not easy to where at work.
Hello Aundrey, the red coat is so perfect on you!! I hope that you didn't regreed to buy it.
I’m very conservative with my purchases, but I do buy 1 or 2 trendy pieces to elevate my basics
I bought a red jacket five years ago, and I've only worn it once. Each time I get it out to wear, I try it on and end up wearing a black jacket instead. Maybe I'm not a red person. I just find a large item like a dress or coat in red is too loud, but if it's a bag or gloves in red then it looks good. That's just my personal opinion.x 😊
Red is similar to high heels… it can be inappropriate based on what you wear with it. Obviously, High Heels with a short skirt is inappropriate for the work place. However heels with a great pair of trousers is elegant and sophisticated. Red is similar, just be contentious of how to use it! Nuance is key 😉
I learned something very interesting today while I have been researching shoes and how they are made which is something I know you can appreciate. I came across the RUclips channel Trenton & Heath. Trust me when I say you will love watching the craftsmanship that goes into the repairing of a shoe and the tips they talk about that help us all know what really is a well made shoe. All of which you probably already know, but I just thought you would appreciate the craftsmanship they hold dear.
I wholeheartedly agree with Audrey about red. A person may have originally worn red lipstick to work, received a startled response from colleagues which hurriedly gets turned into a compliment to avoid hurt feelings. Somehow however, they believe the awkward compliment & decide that red should be their “signature colour” 🥴. Red lipstick 💄 soon morphs into the red blazer, the red patent leather pant, red accessories, red nails, shoes, day wear, evening & formalwear. Red is often teamed with a similarly overpowering & often ghastly scent eg “Poison”. They buy a red dog & eventuality the red car 🚗. PLEASE DON’T DO IT, especially redheads with blue tone skin 😨. The hardest thing is to be your best friend watching you become your own worst enemy. Singles go on dates wearing their boldest red outfits after preparing for hours while listening to “lady in red….she’s dancing with me, cheek to cheek ♥️ “ & later wonder why the date was a disaster 🤔 ? Ask yourself: how many other people were wearing red where you went? No one. How rare is it in boutiques? There’s a reason for that. But it’s too late because by now, they’ve convinced themselves that they’re unique & while the rest of us avoid red, THEY can pull it off 😡 but they can’t. No one can. Imagine being their best friend trying to be sensitive & diplomatic while steering them gently out of their unflattering obsession with red 😩🔫 ? You care enough to have serious concerns about them being in over their heads with bloody red. By now, they’re only holding onto their obsession with red due to a stubborn attempt to prove the doubters wrong 😡…. Just do everyone a favour & don’t start dabbling in wearing red AT ALL. No polka dots, nothing & you might one day be pleasantly surprised when 3 dozen red roses are left on your doorstep 🌹
I hope people but and wear the colors they like; enjoy “trendy” and/or “classic” clothes, and move forward in their lives as happily as possible.
I would never “ban” a color on behalf of other people.
Wow, I never noticed that I always gravitate away from my bright red top at work. Interesting! I do wear the more neutral dark burgundy one though!
I regret buying things without a plan, purchases made when I'm not utilizing a list. These are items from every area of my life--food, clothing, skin care, etc. No mas!
Thanks Audrey for your advice. I always learn something new. Happy Holidays to you and your family.
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