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If you have to wear a certain uniform or dress code for work, you may feel like you can’t show your personality. Uniforms are meant to be professional and equalizing, allowing clients or customers to identify employees easily. On the other hand, it can also feel like a uniform limits your unique individuality. It can be frustrating to wear corporate or formal attire, but there are some fun ways you can show small aspects of your personality despite dress codes. You’ll always want to make sure you follow your work’s dress code, as you might face disciplinary action otherwise.

Start Small

Depending on your work’s dress code, you can add small personality pieces to your shirt, pants, hats, or even shoes. Items like keychains, pins, and buttons can easily be affixed to your belt, clothes, or hats to show off your personality in smaller ways while still adhering to professional dress codes. Construction and factory workers even find ways to add fun accessories like Armed American Supply sticker packs to their hard hats or tool belts. As a bonus, stickers can be added to other items like bags, lunchboxes, laptops, or other tools commonly used at workplaces. You’ll want to make sure these personalization accessories don’t have offensive slang or profanity.

Touches of Color

Color can make bold, attractive statements on any work uniform or dress code. Instead of traditional black suits or skirts, consider dark purple or red. Depending on the workplace, you can add a touch of color to your hair through highlights or a colorful streak. Colorful jewelry can also add a touch of personality to any wardrobe. You can affix ribbons, scarves, ties, or hair accessories with some hints of color as well. Ask your supervisors if you’re unsure about color policies.

Jewelry and Accessories

You can accessorize your uniform or business attire with jewelry. Bracelets, rings, earrings, and watches are all common types of jewelry that are usually professional or office-friendly. However, if you work in food service or industrial settings, you may be limited to the accessories you can wear for safety. However, you can use colorful or attractive berets, hair ties, or pins to put your hair up.

Phone Personality

You’ll use your personal or work phone in many workplaces for communication or daily work tasks. You can also use a phone, tablet, or other device as an accessory or fashion statement. A fun or colorful case can make any phone shine. Phone charms are keychains you can affix to your phone with its case for some sensory fun. Stickers can also be added to devices or cases for more personality choices.

Shoe Statements

Most people will want to wear comfortable shoes for working all day, even in office settings. However, you can choose the color and style of your shoes as a subtle personalization option. You can choose a bold color or style without sacrificing comfort. For a more subtle look, you can swap out the laces for something more colorful. 

Hair With Flair

Many professional workplaces do not allow unnatural hair colors, but if you’re unsure, it’s worth asking. Vivid, unique hair colors can show off a personality quite well and gain a ton of compliments. If you’re limited in color choices, a bold color change can also help show off your personality. You can style your hair in limitless ways. Even if your work requires short or pulled-up hair, consider a fun braid in your ponytail to spice things up. Hair ties, barrettes, and clips can make your hair look fun. 

From Hats to Hairnets

If hats are allowed in your workplace, you can wear fun hats with bold colors or accessories to make a statement. Sometimes, hats are part of the uniform. You can affix pins, stickers, or buttons to show your preferences or personality. If accessorized properly, you can attach a button to a hairnet. In some contexts, many hats can be business casual or formal attire. 

Beauty in the Bag

You likely have a briefcase or bag for lunch, supplies, and personal items to bring to work. Your bag can be your opportunity to show off your personality. You can attach keychains or buttons to any bag for ultimate personalization. There are many types of bags out there, from backpack to purse—choose the one that best suits your style and personality. You can use bold colors or patterns to put a spark of life into your wardrobe. Some fun nerd-related bags may be fitting if you like to engage in nerdy hobbies in your free time. You may be able to get away with more casual-style bags since they aren’t a permanent part of your wardrobe. When in doubt, ask your supervisor.

Makeup

While not everyone enjoys makeup, you can use certain types to add more color to your wardrobe. A bold lipstick or mascara wand can add color and style to your face without sacrificing a professional look. You don’t have to put on a full face of makeup to enjoy various color options. You can also consider some fun nail polish for some professional but stylish color.

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