If you want to get on in your career, it’s all about looking the part. Friederike Heine finds that first impressions count

In today’s stressful and competitive business world, taking the time to review your wardrobe and overall executive presence can be a sound investment. Like it or not, your clothes speak for you – while a stylish blazer and skirt combo can say ‘successful, confident and polished’, a crinkled, ill-fitting suit can suggest all the wrong things about your attitude.