Ditch your wallflower tendencies and learn how to make a great impression
By Pierra Calasanz-Labrador for Yahoo! Southeast Asia
Ever wonder how some people just naturally stand out in a crowd and leave a great lasting impression wherever they go? Shed your own wallflower tendencies with these quick tips!
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First things first. When invited to attend a party, event or job interview, make sure you get all the details, and RSVP (translation: please reply!). No matter how casual the get-together is, it's common courtesy to inform the host or the one organizing the gimik whether you'll be attending or not—don't just flake out! When appropriate, it's also nice to bring a little something, like chips for a slumber party, or flowers or dessert to a formal dinner at someone's home. Lovely manners go a long way.
Dress to impress
Catch people's attention from the get-go by making a fab style statement. For a party, find out what the dress code is, then kick it up a notch. For example, if everyone is planning to wear black cocktail dresses to a school dance, dare to wear the color of the season, or add an eye-catching accessory. Pick a style that tastefully highlights your assets (stress on the 'tastefully'—always be a class act).
Most importantly, you must feel comfortable in your attire to carry it off with a confident vibe. If you're constantly tugging at your super short skirt, pulling up your falling bra strap, or teetering like a malfunctioning robot in your too-high heels, it totally ruins the stylish effect. (About those heels: practice at home if you really want to wear them, so you can stride into the party with graceful confidence!)
Going to a job interview?
Your intention is to make a good, professional impression, not look like a fashion plate (unless you're actually applying at a fashion magazine). Dress appropriately; don a smart, sophisticated outfit and make sure you're impeccably-groomed (neat hair, face not overly made up, no wrinkles on your clothes).
Meeting the parents?
Meeting the parents?
A simple and classic look is usually the best way to go, so replace those shorty-shorts with a sweet skirt that tells your boyfriend's folks that you're a keeper.
Look like your natural self
Most guys complain that their pet peeve is too much makeup. Your secret weapon? The 'no-makeup' look! The key is to have great skin to begin with; be religious about your cleanse-tone-moisturize beauty routine, and don't forget the SPF. Then, perfect the art of enhancing your features without looking like you piled on the products, so you still look like your natural self, only better.
Evening get-togethers are your chance to shine—literally. You could dust shimmering face powder in places that catch the light, like your collarbone—but be careful not to look like you bathed in glitter! Or you can pick a signature scent that's alluring but not overpowering, and will remind people of you whenever they catch a whiff of it.
Making conversation
Just graduated and going on a job interview, do your research and come prepared. Familiarize yourself with their company, what the job entails, and why you are a good fit. Be bright, courteous, and confident when answering questions; be articulate, but not overly chatty. (You should also be mindful of your actions, even in the waiting room—receptionists often double as the boss's spies!)
For social situations, keeping up-to-date in current events and pop culture always comes in handy. When you have a wide variety of interests, you'll find that conversation comes easily. Try to make a connection; see what you have in common (Schools? Courses? Clubs? Celebrity crushes?), and take it from there. Contribute to the conversation, but don't monopolize it; be interesting AND interested.
You know how some people have that magical ability of making you feel like you're the only person in the room, even if you only speak for minutes? Do the same by simply maintaining eye contact, focusing on your subject, instead of constantly scanning the room and looking like you want to be somewhere else. That being said, remember it's a party not a date, so remember to circulate!
Leaving a lasting impression
When we randomly interviewed people on what gets their attention, the consistent top answer was 'confidence.' If you believe you're special, it's easier for others to believe it, too. When you're self-assured and confident, you radiate effortless charm and positive energy, and people just naturally gravitate towards you. It's the law of attraction!
Aside from being confident, it's important to be genuine. People can spot a fake a mile away, so be genuinely interested and kind. More than dazzling them with your wit or talent or style, it's when you make people feel good around you that leaves a truly great impression.
Look like your natural self
Most guys complain that their pet peeve is too much makeup. Your secret weapon? The 'no-makeup' look! The key is to have great skin to begin with; be religious about your cleanse-tone-moisturize beauty routine, and don't forget the SPF. Then, perfect the art of enhancing your features without looking like you piled on the products, so you still look like your natural self, only better.
Evening get-togethers are your chance to shine—literally. You could dust shimmering face powder in places that catch the light, like your collarbone—but be careful not to look like you bathed in glitter! Or you can pick a signature scent that's alluring but not overpowering, and will remind people of you whenever they catch a whiff of it.
Making conversation
Just graduated and going on a job interview, do your research and come prepared. Familiarize yourself with their company, what the job entails, and why you are a good fit. Be bright, courteous, and confident when answering questions; be articulate, but not overly chatty. (You should also be mindful of your actions, even in the waiting room—receptionists often double as the boss's spies!)
For social situations, keeping up-to-date in current events and pop culture always comes in handy. When you have a wide variety of interests, you'll find that conversation comes easily. Try to make a connection; see what you have in common (Schools? Courses? Clubs? Celebrity crushes?), and take it from there. Contribute to the conversation, but don't monopolize it; be interesting AND interested.
You know how some people have that magical ability of making you feel like you're the only person in the room, even if you only speak for minutes? Do the same by simply maintaining eye contact, focusing on your subject, instead of constantly scanning the room and looking like you want to be somewhere else. That being said, remember it's a party not a date, so remember to circulate!
Leaving a lasting impression
When we randomly interviewed people on what gets their attention, the consistent top answer was 'confidence.' If you believe you're special, it's easier for others to believe it, too. When you're self-assured and confident, you radiate effortless charm and positive energy, and people just naturally gravitate towards you. It's the law of attraction!
Aside from being confident, it's important to be genuine. People can spot a fake a mile away, so be genuinely interested and kind. More than dazzling them with your wit or talent or style, it's when you make people feel good around you that leaves a truly great impression.
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