Dress to impress

Tamy Lugo is all about first impressions. In fact, that's her specialty.

Lugo, a personal wardrobe and commercial stylist, says wearing the right clothes and presenting yourself in the right manner is essential to getting hired or gaining a new client. People who care about their appearance show they are taking the opportunity seriously. “If you look that way when you present yourself, you show that you care and you took the time to look appropriate,” Lugo adds.

Everything from color, to cut, to fabric sends a signal and contributes to the impression you make on another person, Lugo says. Depending on the situation, you can dress to express confidence, approachability, or trustworthiness.