There are plenty of reasons! Looking the part plays a major role in many aspects of your existence. Consider your professional life, your love life and your day to day activities.

It's all about perception, I've seen a ton people get promoted simply due to the fact that they have always looked qualified. Maybe acting qualified didn't get them the job but at least it got them the chance for a better opportunity! Most women also appreciate a man who knows how to clothe himself, it makes them conceive their man is assured and established. The way people see things is key in day to day activities and the way you wear clothing has a large impact on it.

It's a proven fact that it takes a slight 30 seconds for someone to decide themselves on what they conceive you. Assume if you look identical to a fool? I'm sure you get the image.

So why not simply go ahead and take charge, move in the right direction simply by looking fantastic. It might open a few doors weweren't expecting.

Here is a list of tips to help you and fashion mistakes to avoid!

- Comb-overs. These shout insecurity. Shave it, lose it or cover it.

- Belts should match your shoes.

- Never wear a short sleeve shirt with a tie. Actually, never wear a short sleeve shirt period. Short sleeve shirts are perceived to be worn only by lower class people. You can wear one if you aspire to be a McDonald's manager, not if you want to project a professional image.

- Backpacks. OK, maybe this is just a minor mistake, but you're trying to climb the corporate ladder, not hike up a mountain.

- Ties should reach your belt line. This is simply the rule. A short tie makes you look like a dufus.

- Socks should match your pants. Easy as 1, 2, 3.

- Your shoes should be clean, shined, repaired and appropriate for the occasion. If you are wearing a suit, wear lace-up shoes. Don't forget to keep shoetrees in your shoes when you're not wearing them.

- Socks with Sandals. Even if you live in Maine, don't do it - you'll look like a schmuck.

- Wear the right size pants ok? Pants should be long enough to cover your socks, and socks should cover your shins even when you cross you legs. Pants are long enough if they have a slight break in the front. Pleats and cuffs are traditional and functional. Pleats let you sit down comfortably and cuffs add weight to the bottoms allowing for proper drape.

- Too much jewelry. Put the jewelry away P. Diddy or should we call you Puff Daddy? If you want to wear jewelry, opt for a classy pair of designer cufflinks.

- Properly knotted ties have a "dimple" under the knot. Clips and tacks are out of date.

- Clashing or too many colors. Do you really want to look like a gay pride flag? Stick to complementary colors (those opposite from each other on the color wheel) or colors from the same pallet.

- Ponytails. You're not the rock star of your office. Spend the 20$ for a haircut, you can afford it.

- Chunky Shoes. Lose them, the Axel Rose era is over.

- Never wear both a belt and suspenders. The combination makes you appear less confident - you big wuss.

- The Button-Down collar dress shirt is simply not acceptable for dressy formal wear nor with a double-breasted suit. That's because even though it's now a daytime business classic, it was originally a sport shirt worn by polo players.