Hello. Today, I will introduce the contents of the grooming training that was held the other day. Hachi and Pyu will be in charge. In this training, after two hours of lectures, you can actually have a suit made! It was a surprising content! The lecturer for this training was Ms. Moriuchi of Brilliant Impression.
About business style
During the lectures, the word “mottainai” (wasteful) by Mr. Moriuchi, an image consultant who was the lecturer, made an impression on me. He said that it is “mottainai” to lower your evaluation because of your appearance even if you are good at your job. I have never been very interested in fashion, but I was reminded that I was doing something “mottainai”.
Also, in the image of job hunting, I thought that a suit with a collared shirt was the formal attire, but I was very surprised to hear that it is different for women. I have always worn collared shirts, so I may need to change my clothes completely.
Dress code rules in the Japanese workplace
The training with Mr. Moriuchi before choosing my outfit was very fulfilling. I was able to learn what clothes are acceptable as “office casual”. There are many rules regarding clothing in Japan, and some rules are different from overseas. For example, not only the length of skirts and dresses, but also the color of hair is regulated.
Although these rules may seem a little strict, I think it’s a good thing that we can avoid discrimination in the workplace based on physique and style.
Making a custom-made suit
After that, we moved to the store and finally ordered the suit. It was my first time ordering a custom-made suit, and even looking at the fabric sample, it was difficult to imagine the finished product, and the finished suit was a lighter color than I expected.
Thoughts on the finished suit
Hachi’s thoughts:
Moriuchi gave me advice on colors and shapes that would suit me, so I chose the recommended design. The suit has a bright and refreshing finish, and the fabric is sturdy, so it looks neat. I was able to discover a different side of myself from my usual self, and I’m really glad I chose the recommended design!
Pyu’s thoughts:
Moriuchi’s advice was very valuable, and I realized how difficult it is to choose an outfit. I don’t usually wear suits, so it was difficult to choose because there were so many options for materials, colors, patterns, and shapes. However, the staff at KASHIYAMA Nagoya Sakae store gave me very detailed advice. That advice was very helpful as it made it easier for me to choose the fabric, color, and style of my outfit.
This training allowed me to gain proper knowledge about business attire and to realize the importance of first impressions and how I present myself when working. It was also a valuable opportunity to receive objective advice on suits and clothing that suit me. I will continue to work hard with my new suit!