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PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE
How to Dress for Success
OVERVIEW: Making an Impression Building your Professional
Wardrobe Specifics of Dress
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL
BUSINESS READY BUSINESS CASUAL CASUAL CASUAL
Building your Professional Wardrobe
Invest a portion of your money in a great suit!• Lasts longer, timeless
Shop SMART• Think in advance, look for
sales• Buy pieces that are
versatile
Building your Professional Wardrobe
Before shopping, check your current wardrobe• Find pieces that you
can wear to work, then shop for “FILLERS”
Professional Wardrobe for WOMEN
Professional Wardrobe for
MEN
Building your Professional Wardrobe BUY THE ESSENTIALS
Building your Professional Wardrobe BUY THE ESSENTIALS
The Specifics for Women SUITS
- Pants or skirt with a matching blazer- Color: Navy, Charcoal gray,
and black - Patterns: Should be muted
The Specifics for Women BLOUSES
- Tops can be button ups, turtle necks, or fashion blouses
- Keep colors neutral. Don’t wear loud colors or patterns
The Specifics for Women SKIRTS
- Should be of modest length- Make sure the skirt is
appropriate for walking, climbing stairs, or sitting
- Slits are appropriate if not too long
- Skirts for professional wear should be fitting but not flowing
The Specifics for Men SUITS
- Pants w/ matching jacket/blazer
- Color: Navy, Charcoal gray, and black
- Patterns: Should be muted
RULE OF THUMB:Any suit jacket should fit your shoulders.
The Specifics for Women JEWELRY
- Earrings, a modest necklace, bracelet, and few rings are acceptable
- Keep the ring count down to one per hand
- Prohibited: • Dangling earrings• Loud and/or noisy
necklace and bracelet
The Specifics for Men JEWELRY
- Keep to a minimum- Wedding bands and a watch are
a maximum- Watches should be conservative
and not flashy- No earring or bracelets
TIES- Should reach the top of your belt
buckle- Buy quality ties that do not
wrinkleRULE OF THUMB:Patterned tie: SOLID COLOR SHIRTSolid color tie: STRIPED SHIRT
The Specifics for Women SHOES
- Must be clean and polished- Wear comfortable ones- Closed toe pumps are
preferred, however open/peep-toed shoes are acceptable
STOCKINGS/HOSIERY- Should be worn with skirts- Must be plain and neutral-
colored- Should look good on the
outfit
The Specifics for Men SHOES
- Best material is leather- Shoes can be with or without
shoe ties SOCKS
- Should match the color of your shoes and slacks
- Should cover or reach mid-calf
- Exposing skin due to short socks is not professional
The Specifics for Women GROOMING
- Keep hair our of your face- Nails should be painted a
natural color. - Makeup should look natural
and clean. Too much color can be distracting
- Keep nails and teeth well-maintained
The Specifics for Men GROOMING
- Keep hair, nails, and teeth well-maintained
- Hair should be short and well-kept. Long beards project a less professional image
The Specifics for Women ACCESSORIES
- Should be kept to a - minimum- Bags/handbags should be
versatile- Scarves/belts should match
your outfit BODY MODIFICATION
- Tattoos should be covered with clothing/makeup
- Piercings: One hole on each ear; any other should be removed
The Specifics for Men ACCESSORIES
- Should be kept to a minimum
- Vests, cuff links, and ties should match the rest of your outfit, but don’t wear all at once BODY MODIFICATION
- Tattoos should be covered with clothing/makeup
- Men should have no piercing visible
The Types of DressesAcceptable during weekdays: Business Professional Business – Ready Business Casual
Acceptable during weekends: Casual Casual
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL
- Three-piece suit- Men should wear a tie- Closed-toe plain heels for
women and black leather shoes for men
RULE OF THUMB:If you have to question an item, don’t wear it.
The goal for Business Professional is to look the best that you can.
BUSINESS-READY
WOMEN: Modest skirt or pants An appropriate blouseMEN: Slacks Button-up shirt Tie
This is defined as one simple change away from business professional wear.
BUSINESS CASUALWOMEN: Wear some neutral colors,
but add one pop of color for a more casual look
Keep your attire classy and timeless
Don’t experiment with radical colors
MEN: Tie is not needed You can step away from basic
colors of blue, white, and gray
Light pastel colors are acceptable
CASUAL SATURDAY Jeans, casual pants Polo shirts/blouses Flats, Sneakers Prohibited:
T-SHIRT• Mini-skirts• Sleeveless, spaghetti
straps, tube tops• Slippers
RULE OF THUMB:Know what is appropriate.
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL
BUSINESS READY
BUSINESS READY
BUSINESS CASUAL
BUSINESS CASUAL
CASUAL SATURDAY
CASUAL SATURDAY
BIG NO NO: JEANSJeans are allowed during Casual Saturdays BUT wearing tattered jeans is strictly prohibited.
Shorts are NOT allowed in the office. Wear skirts or pants.
BIG NO NO: SHORTS
If you can see skin when bending over or sitting down,wear something different.
BIG NO NO: MINI SKIRTS
BIG NO NO: T-SHIRTST-Shirts, promotional and collarless shirts are not allowed.
Dress modestly; leave room for imagination.
BIG NO NO: Sleeveless, Tube tops, Spaghetti
Straps
BIG NO NO:Jersey, Sports Jacket, Rugged Wear Not allowed during corporate weekdays.
BIG NO NO: Sneakers Rubber shoes Sandals Slippers Boat shoes
Make sure your clothes aren’t too big.
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Facial piercings are not allowed in the office. It makes you look less professional.
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Wear solid colors or muted patterns. “Keep it neutral, keep it classy, keep it covered.”
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Wear solid colors or muted patterns. “Keep it neutral, keep it classy, keep it covered.”
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Leggings/Jeggings should never be worn as an alternative to pants in the office.
NOT ACCEPTABLE
DRESS how you want to be
ADDRESSED.