{"id":187727,"date":"2022-01-18T11:33:08","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T03:33:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/?p=187727"},"modified":"2024-10-11T09:38:32","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T01:38:32","slug":"jennifer-ong-style-theory-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/jennifer-ong-style-theory-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"Get styled for business with Jennifer Ong, the General Manager of Style Theory Hong Kong!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looks aren\u2019t everything but looking polished for a job interview, a presentation, or a work event helps! But we all know shopping for professional wear<\/a> isn\u2019t the easiest on your wallet. But that\u2019s where renting<\/a> and circular fashion<\/a> can come into play. We talk to Jennifer Ong from Style Theory, a fashion rental service, on simple tips to look confident and take charge in work attire.<\/p>\n

Styling tips and more from Jennifer Ong<\/h2>\n

How did your journey in fashion start?<\/h3>\n

Growing up, I was always passionate about fashion and had fashion-related side hustles. I worked in the finance industry for seven years, before I joined Style Theory. I also ran a fashion blog for a period of time and wrote about styling tips for corporate wear; when I first started working, I didn’t really know what to wear to the office. I would simply wear dull-coloured, conservative clothes and I felt like I couldn’t showcase my personality.<\/p>\n

I was contemplating starting my own fashion line but I wanted to create something sustainable and I didn\u2019t want people to give in to consumerism. That\u2019s when I came across Style Theory. I love how the service gives you access to so many pieces of clothing to experiment with but, at the same time, it was also a more sustainable and greener alternative.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve been with Style Theory for almost three years now and it’s been amazing working towards a mission that I firmly believe in. I spearheaded the expansion from the Singapore market to Hong Kong, and I\u2019m happy we\u2019re introducing fashion from a different perspective. I enjoy helping people feel more comfortable about how they dress and how they carry themselves.<\/p>\n

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The endless possibilities of renting designer bags!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How has renting clothes changed the way you present yourself visually? How has it helped you feel more confident?<\/h3>\n

By renting, I’ve been able to try so many different styles, cuts, shapes, colours, and patterns. And it’s just been such a nice way for me to learn what works for my body. I\u2019ve always gravitated towards bold colours but I\u2019d refrain from buying bold clothes because I thought that I couldn’t wear them often. But with renting, you don\u2019t necessarily have that commitment. So I think through that renting process, I’ve really learned how to dress better or dress for my body shape. And I\u2019ve also learned that fit is crucial when it comes to looking confident and comfortable. When buying clothes, sometimes you purchase a size bigger or smaller because it\u2019s the only choice because it\u2019s on sale, only to regret it later.<\/p>\n

Are there specific colours, patterns, or styles that make you feel more confident?<\/h3>\n

My body type is a pear shape, so usually clothes that highlight my waistline work better. I also like how I look in V necks. And I\u2019m not into floral prints, I keep it simple. In terms of colour, I tend to go for warmer tones like orange, red, and green, but yellow is a no go for me. And so, when I wear yellow, I know my confidence level will be lower. So when you wear something you feel a little off in, you can sense you\u2019re not comfortable. What you wear translates into how you carry yourself. Say when working from home, you carry yourself differently than at work, because you\u2019re mostly working in pyjamas! It\u2019s so interesting that fashion can put you in a different mindset!<\/p>\n

What advice can you share about how to present yourself professionally whilst keeping yourself comfortable?<\/h3>\n

My advice would be to have conservative cuts that are made using more stretchy fabric so you have more mobility. I personally love jumpsuits because you\u2019re dressed appropriately for work, while looking fashionable and comfortable. And adding a pop of colour is always refreshing. For example, you can layer a colourful blouse with a blazer on top, which isn\u2019t too over the top but can still make you look put together. Plus, you can go for an unconventional cut for the blazer to make your look more fun, but that also depends on the situation you’re in. So the key is in reading your audience and knowing who you’re presenting to, and what is acceptable to them.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s your secret in dressing for success? What does your power outfit look like?<\/h3>\n

I do spend time thinking about my audience, and then dressing appropriately for that audience. You don\u2019t want to be overdressed or under-dressed, you want to be appropriate. And as for my power outfit, I prefer pants, or a jumpsuit, and a blazer, paired with a nice bag and heels.<\/p>\n

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