I have a co-worker who would be a perfect candidate for “What Not to Wear.” Absolutely perfect ... I know that this sounds rude and snobby, but I really feel that people would take her more seriously if she stepped up her game in the appearance department. She’s a very smart, ambitious and very hard-working lady who has aspirations of taking her career to the next level. I do think that her outward appearance is holding her back. In fact, I once heard someone say that “she just seems to be a mess.” It really shows that appearances do matter in many situations, especially professional situations and especially for women. I’ve never heard “He’s such a mess” or “Does he comb his hair” or “Does he own and iron” but I frequently hear both men and women say these things about other women.

For my co-worker, it’s not about the financial ability to purchase clothes and in fact we all know that you don’t have to spend a lot of money in order to look pulled together and appropriate. She’s tall and wears pants that are far, far too short. She also wears clothes that are too tight, clothes that she used to fit into many years ago. She also wears really, really worn shoes that look that they are about to fall apart. On the other hand she has the highest self esteem of anyone I know, I will say that others are judging her based on how is looks, not how she carries herself

I'm I just a judgmental, cold-hearted person or do appearances really matter that much? I hesitate to even write this because I’m not a judgmental or superficial person, but I know the many benefits of looking and feeling your best. Are we all placing too much emphasis on outward appearances? Would she get to the next level with a makeover?

I know that I've thrown a lot out there! I just wanted to get the take of the YLF community since we are all dedicated to fabulous-ness!!