I tend to dress a little more business-y when going on a listing presentation and when I am meeting a buyer/seller for the first time.  I tend to dress a little more casual when showing homes, as I hate wearing heels for 8 hours and tropping around from home to home.

I work in a beach area, so we tend to be a little more casual here, and my clients expect it.  However, my broker would like me in a suit  every day, lol!!

Shelly

Same for everybody.

What you see is what you get.

Works for me.

I have a "lucky" sweater that I wear every day !!

I go with the Doogie Howser look and was actually called that last week...... Agree with Shelly, listing presentations much dressier than buyers/showing property.  Dealing with Buyers, whatever you are comfortable and confident in.  Some people look good in jeans / shorts and flip flops and some people do not.  When in doubt, I typically over dress but I have a wide range of price points and most of my tycoons roll around in golf shorts and flip flops and they really don't want me in a tie.  But in a normal price point, that might come across as being disrespectful.  In summary, sounds ironic but it seems like I dress more casual for the higher price points than the normal price points.

Hair color is important too !!  Hair color must look like a natural hair color !!

- Radley / Atlanta

Radley - You don't know how hard I've worked to add just the right amount of grey to my hair so that people won't think it's age inappropriate LOL.

Seattle is VERY casual - remember the Grunge Movement?  I tend to wear nice slacks and blouse for initial meetings and then go with seasonally appropriate casual for showings and/or subsequent meetings --capri's and sandals mostly.  Jeans in the winter.

Interesting.... East Coast vs. West Coast !!!

A good portion of our communication is "non verbal" and that does matter.  Other things like body language, posture, ALL come into play.  Everything we do, say, or wear, portrays some form of value statement which is hard to ignore by a stranger.

Geez, glad I'm not in Boston.  Is Lilleth hinting that she would like you to take her to the Red Sox game?  I'd ask her to go the game.

Dresscode wise, I do stay away from anything too trendy or "slick"  and stick more with the Winnie The Pooh look.  Would you want a Realtor who drives a Ferrari?

I love this topic and wonder what everybody else is wearing these days !!

It's 115 in Arizona, I wonder what Jacquelyn is wearing today ?

- Radley / Atlanta

Bee, your hair is "perfect".... I'd buy a house from you.

p.s.

How's your friend in Florida doing today.  Did she wake up on the right side of the bed today?  I refrained from those threads because I would have ended up locked up in jail.

I have a collection of suits from my former days in Boston.  Completely forgot about them until I was cleaning the basement!  Time to ditch them I think.  They're out of style anyway.

In the winter, it's pretty much nice pants or jeans and sweaters.  The winters are pretty mild so I rarely need to wear a coat.  

In the summer I actually get a little "dressier" if that's what you can call it!  More casual dresses because they're easier and don't require ironing.  It's really just sheer laziness on my part.

Was Lilith expecting a tux?

This thread will be the BEST thread in all of relib history!!!!

I had a big meeting last week on dress codes.  The consensus was a "tailored" look was better than a "flowing" look.

Earth tones or dark colors.  Sturdy but tasteful jewelry !!

- Radley

The Score right now...

East Coast --------> 2

West Coast -------> 2

West Coast probably still sleeping and Bee gets extra credit for waking up early !!!

So Lilith, because she has so much money and good taste, would then be willing to pay, say 8% commission, to show her friends she could and that her REALTOR(R) arrives in a limo wearing a tux bearing champagne because she's just that special?

Thanks, Radley.  I'm going to put that you would buy a house from me in my testimonial section. :)

Don't know about that Florida person.  You have no idea how seething I was.  Good thing about a keyboard, you can stop and breathe a moment before you hit the send button.

Cathy - it's so funny that the places we live are so similar.  We have a lot of Cape Cod style homes here.  Also, many of our towns in the area have the same names - Auburn, Everett, Bellingham, Kent, for example.  Our winters are also mild (except for last winter) with temperatures average in the upper 40's to mid 50's.

I don't wear jewelry but my junior partner Molly wears lots of pearls.  I was hoping you would ask me a hair color question !!

Sotheby's came to Atlanta last month.  Pulled in few heavy hitters from another brokerage.  My issue with Sothebys is that it is hard to exclude the under $500k listings.  I deal with a lot of airline pilots and to make them happy, I also have to list and sell some of their flight attendant's also and they are like typically way under $500k.  Do you guys refer that stuff out to another broker or keep it in the family?

Radley - Who do you know that has inappropriate hair color?

As for jewelry, I wear a Citizens watch, silver earrings, a very fine white gold chain with a blue grey Tahitian pearl that my son gave me and my wedding rings.  That's it.

Being from Texas, I was used to being dressed and accessorized to the hilt for work - and I was mostly in administrative positions my whole life.  That means earrings, necklace, shoes, purse, clothing & nail polish should all match, even if you have to change nail polish every day.  Also, woman HAD to wear panty hose to the office regardless of the humidity (Houston).  And if you didn't have big hair and green eye shadow, well, ostracized is the only word for it.

When I came to the casual, laid back Seattle lifestyle, I knew I'd found my home.  I don't even own a pair of pumps!

I dress business casual.  Lately, since it's been warm I've been wearing alot of "dress" capris, blouses and sandals.  

I am also in a beach community and even high end buyers tend to dress in beach casual.  However, when I have met clients last minute at properties and haven't had time to change, I have felt uncomfortable, unprofessional and disrespectful when encountering the owners of homes that I was showing.  

Kind of funny.... pictures are almost in like black and white.  Are they trying to sell a pool table or a townhouse?  Either way, they could have organized that pool table before camera time.  Speaking of pools, I saw the pool in your featured listing.  Is that a vinyl pool?  Is that common in New England?

Yo Bee, you have my full permission to use me for a testimonial.  Say anything you want.

Is the West Coast still sleeping?

Yes, I know about the weather.  My husband lived in Worchester for about 20 years.  We made a trip up there in the summer of 1993.  We brought the Houston weather with us.  Made a stop in DC for the 4th of July - it was 100 degrees and people were dying in the streets.  When we got to Boston, I believe it was in the 90's and the same on the Cape.  Our friends didn't have AC of course, so they were miserable.

It's 8:30 on the West Coast.  I usually get up about 6:00 a.m. because that's when my husband sits on the bed to put on his pants.  For the life of me I don't know why he can't put his pants on standing up so that he doesn't shake the bed.  On the weekends, I usually sleep until 7.

Yeah, I didn't even think Carlos in Miami would roll out of bed for anything under $5mm

Oh, I forgot.  Speaking of dress codes.  Doesn't Carlos in Miami like wear pajamas?

Wow, MIT has a real estate center?  More impressive than those photos.  It seems that the place is too cluttered - she has too much stuff or it's just the way the photos are taken.  The angles aren't wide enough or something.

I know you were disappointed about missing the listing...be careful about those comments about another Realtor, Kerry/Joe.

I've lived in Wyoming, Chicago and northern Michigan.  And I've NEVER been colder than when I lived in Boston and the wind came off the harbor!  I used to take the water shuttle from the Navy Yard to downtown, and walking to the shuttle stop was 200 yards of me crying frozen tears!

I was watching "The King of Miami" on MOJO not long ago and there was a real estate agent with a French accent wearing a spandex blouse over her abundant cleavage with matching spandex capris.  Interesting look.

Bee, I knew we had something in common.  Grew up in Houston through High School.  Went to Lamar, class of 19XX.

Since you guys won't ask me about my hair color, I will have to tell you anyway... I HAVE NO HAIR !!

Gonna go run to the gym real quick but will absolutely check this board in an hour or two.  If anybody gets faxed a HUD by mistake, send it over.

- Radley

Alas, Radley, I graduated from Pasadena High School.  Not my fault - rent is cheaper in Padadener...

I find that I dress for what type of property I am showing.  Not necessarily the price.  The area that I am in is very rural and quite often I am showing home that sit on a couple of acreage.  When tromping through the weeds and brush I try not to wear slacks or anything too nice since I would go through a lot of clothes not to mention I would look really out of place.  

When in the office however, I usually wear polo and slacks.  Many agents here can get lax and say that jeans and a tee are what Montanans expect.  That is why my broker is very observant to what we wear and makes sure that we are professional but not out of place.  

When people move here more often then not they are looking for a change in lifestyle, since I am apart of that I have to dress the part.    

This may be a trend that may be localized but I suspect not. I am getting a number of new listing without having to meet the clients I am representing. I have taken a $520,000.00 listing and a $250,000 listing both without ever meeting the clients face-to-face. Since the majority of the relationship is being forged over the telephone and via email, what I wear becomes a non-issue.

However, during the times when I am in the office, I prefer to dress comfortable in a pair of khakis and a branded polo. I have just adopted this as a uniform. 1> I am comfortable 2> I continue to get my advertising noticed  

Joe's right about the difference between Boston & Cape Cod.  I used to work at 100 Summer St.  The wind on that corner was clocked at speeds higher than some of the highest in Chicago.  I remember having to hang onto the lollipop tree (remember that?) just to keep from blowing away!  Took my feet right out from under me.  

Worcester is the snow belt.  South Shore, Phil?

On the other hand, I drove to NH a short while back.  When I left the Cape it was 75 degrees and gorgeous.  By the time I hit Boston, it was over 100 on the Expressway.  I completely understood why so many make the Cape Escape!

Have those West Coasters even woke up yet..... it is now 10:00 in California !!!

I bet there is somebody right now in California showing property in a swim suit !!

No!  They're still sleeping!  I'm the only REALTOR(R) on the West Coast who's awake and working this morning (yes, I'm working and blogging at the same time - buzy bee that I am).  I already made $50 today - sold my exercycle on Craig's List.

I have been awake in Montana for a while.  Those farmers start their tractors early and wake the rest of us up.  

I saw Phil on another thread - he's in Oregon.

I can't wear a suit and tie in Phoenix. It's been over 110 every day for the past two weeks or so. No one in their right mind wears a tie here in the summer.

What I wear depends greatly on the situation. If I'm meeting a land buyer/seller and we're going to be tooling around off-road in the Jeep, then it's boots, jeans and a polo shirt. If I know them well and they are OK with it, it could even be shorts and a t-shirt. It's freaking HOT in the desert and I'd look like a fool wearing a suit while walking remote desert land parcels.

In town, it's business casual. But again, depending on the client and our level of comfort with each other, jeans are not at all unheard of.

Yes I am up.  Watchin' a fight.

Bee, why aren't your cheeks rosy too?

Actually, they are, just a little more subdued than others.  I guess the lipstick is for the cheeks :)

Who's gonna win this fight?  I think Florida has less fan base but might have more stamina !!  I would have thrown in towel days ago !

This could be a "medical" issue or something.

Eventually Florida will be talking only to herself.  I'm not responding to her any longer.  Soon other's will follow suit and she can just babble on and on and on.

FUNNY Bee!   I guess that's it!

Radley, I have no idea....it's kinda sad, don't you think?....

Sorry for the hijack, Kerry and Joe.  I'll get off your thread now, or get on target again. (Bee started it.  She hates me!  My dog told me!)

Hummm, very interesting thread we have here..

Jay says, What I wear depends greatly on the situation.

What to wear and NOT to wear!!! Tis is the Question..

You will find your answer here as to what you do Not have wear, you decide??

http://www.yourjazzysassyfloridarealtorjackieyoungblood.com/LOL_Listings/page_1859832.html

As for Me !!! everybody in the pool!!!!

"This could be a "medical" issue or something."

Good Lord that was FUNNY!!

At health club right now and able to blog.  Just got a straw opinion from workout buddies.  They do not care about clothes but a nice nad clean CAR is important to them on the priority list.

Ursula --------->  Just invited a hot gal in my office, Ursula, to join the board as a "guest" .... Ursula, what is your take on this subject?

- Radley / Atlanta

No Phil - It's really your dog that hates you.  He's just blaming me.

By the way, love the TUT website.  I love getting emails from "The Universe!"

I think it's a law that all hot "gals" have to be named Ursula.

I dress up a lot more for listing appointments (unless it's at my friends' place and then I don't dress up as official but still nice)

For buyer showings, I would say it's a case by case scenario, depending on the clients but still professionally even if the buyers are from among my friends once again.

The only time I would wear jeans on a showing appointment or home inspection is if I know the property is not in the best condition (foreclosures, abandoned places, etc.).

There's that Shield I have not heard from today !!!  How is the Shield doing today?

- Radley

Not sure about the shield, but I'm great! :-)

Radley, you should have been here just a couple of days ago. Michaela had a real photo showing...

See what happens when you disappear for awhile?

Jay, Radley actually did get to see the photo ... that's why he's crying now :-)

I saw the photo and liked it !!!!! Seriously, been trying to get her to stick with it but she put up her defensive "Shield" on me.

By the way, some guy at the health club (where I am now able to blog) recognized your name.  Are you Czech or Croatian?

I mean this with all complete sincerity and professionalism in that you will absolutely sell more property with a picture.  People (and customers) want to at least see who they are talking to.  It's not a bikini contest but they just want to associate a name with a face.  That's what this whole internet is all about.

- Radley

Here's a Fashion question....

What is the difference between "Tailored" and "Tight?"

- Radley

I believe that "tailored" is cut to your shape so that the waist goes in where your waist goes in, the length of the pants is correct according to the length of your legs - same with the sleeves.   Tight is just that.  It's not tailored to your body shape and size, it's just tight.

I'm Czech but the name is most likely Croatian or Serbian ... it's my husband's last name and nobody really knows how they got it because they are all Czech too.

Now, Radley, do you honestly think that Re/Max would sell more homes if they had someone's face on that balloon? ... or perhaps Prudential would have more business if their blue rock suddenly became a person? I truly believe it's two different things ... marketing one person (agent) and marketing a business (brokerage). ... you need to look at the bigger picture.

Please fill me in on the big picture but the "picture" I'm looking at right now is a "Shield"..... EVERY OTHER AGENT on this blog has a picture and not a logo.  Lots of these other agents own their own brokerages and companies also.

You can have both a Logo/Shield AND a picture !!!  Everybody here also has their own logos.  You can still advertise the Shield but how about just a picture of whoever is talking for this blog.

Just Try it for 30 days ...... I'll provide you with a full money back guarantee !!!

- Radley

Sweet.... GOLF DAY !!!  Nah, not bald but crew cut.  Not much tight clothes over here, I look and dress somewhere between Brad Pitt and Bart Simpson.

Kind of more curious on where females deal with the tailored / tight issue cuz I have seen some tight clothes lately !!

Kerry & Joe...... please do not bring up Florida today.  It has been truly off the charts and kind of a sore subject but if you look around a bit, you cannot miss it.

Chicago's Northwest suburbs ... about 84F right now ... nice but way too humid!

Weather in Arizona and West Coast is heat wave, 115+ degrees and really wondering what they are wearing during this heat wave.  I say we give them a temporary dress code "exemption" until the situation is stabilized.

Still curious on what's up with West Coast but I think they are all at the beach, or sleeping?  What time do they wake up in California?

The great news is that Jacquelyn did pop up on another thread today!!

- Radley / Atlanta

Where are the West Coasters...have they all died of heat exhaustion?

Radley, I have to ask - Are you coming to Sotheby's or what? I hear the next Global event will be in Italy, so the rumor says.

You have the look and the sport coat over the shoulder. I am sure it would impress Jacquelyn.

No, I'm not changing companies and absolutely love where I'm at.  I'm sure I drive my brokers crazy but they leave me alone and support me.  That sport coat does not get much use.  Just pulled it out for "picture day" !!

Jacquelyn is married but where did that Megan girl go?

ummmh, I dunno.  Think I like the old picture better.  More of a casual elegance versus a power tie !

Radley- Thanks for reminding me to take a break once in a while.  I am trying to sell some houses.  Do you wear the coat over the shoulder often?  

Hey There Neighbor Megan !!

No, the coat does not even belong to me.  I just borrowed it to take a picture.  I like talking about fashion but I have absolutely no fashion skills.

Glad you are back on the scene !!  Throwing a major open house at a cool new listing July 15th and I'll feed you if you stop by.  We finally decided that beer is okay.  In fact we now serve like Amstel Light, Heineken, Bud Light, and all colors of wine !!

- Radley / Atlanta

Only 111 degrees today in Arizona :).  As Jay said, no suit and tie for us.  Mainly business casual, short sleeve shirts and polos except during our "winter" when it can get a bit chilly.  Believe it or not, it does snow around here occaisonally.

It's BRUTAL in Oregon.  85 now in Portland.  We are dying.... If only pools were more common here, I'd be in one.   There are only 4 of them in the metro area (kidding, but only slightly).

Plenty of pools in the Phoenix area - I think it's mandatory :), however, not much help when the water temp is over 85.

122 on the Beautiful Colorado River . . . feels like . . . 122.

Dress appropriate for the activity here.

If I'm out 4x ing acreage, jeans and tennies (snakes, scorpions).

Showing residential homes, sundress.

In office for meeting, casual presentable.

Teaching classes, suit.

Committee meeting, t-shirt khakis . . . we just don't get dressed up here and it's very unusual to see suits, especially in Summer.

75 and sunny in Seattle today.  Light breeze.  It's summertime and the living is easy.

LOL Bee, our low temp is higher than that by about 20 degrees . . . we dump a bucket of ice into the spa . . .

It used to get pretty hot in Houston...102 w/99% humidity.  Apartment buildings would dump blocks of ice into the pool once a week as a treat for the residents.

Whatever the temp is in your location, it has been HOT, HOT, HOT here on relib.  

shelly

Candice wrote: "122 on the Beautiful Colorado River . . . feels like . . . 122."

Come on now Candice, don't exaggerate. You know darn well it only feels like 118, 119 tops.

Had a dust storm here today, lots of "dry lightning". Monsoons are right around the corner. Yipee! That should cool things down to less than 110 AND provide lots of humidity! Nothing like having rain when the air temp is 108...