HOW TO DRESS FOR SUCCESS BY JAY CHOPRA, DAELYN ARTHUR, & DANIELLE MUSSER
WHAT DOES IT MEAN? In a business environment, appearance does matter. Dressing for Success is all about first impressions. You want to dress for the role you want. How can you make the best physical impression possible to someone you have never met?
BUSINESS CASUAL Business casual is a little less formal than normal business wear, but is still used to give off the professional impression Business casual is mostly slacks, khakis, a dress shirt, or a polo shirt. It is usually used for daily days in the office, or information sessions.
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL Business professional is used for if you have an interview or if you are going to be giving a presentation. Business professional consists of suit jackets, neutral colors, conservative footwear, and pant suits.
GENERAL GUIDELINES Keep it simple Always make sure colors match Avoid baggy clothing Iron out the wrinkles Avoid flashy jewelry Make-up should be modest Appropriate Shoes
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE— WOMEN Business Professional Pant or Skirt Suit Button-down, collared, or simple round neckline in a basic color A classic pump is recommended Hosiery must be worn with skirts
BUSINESS CASUAL ATTIRE--WOMEN Business Casual Pants in a dark color Button down collared dress shirt or blouse Dress shoe matching pant color Keep Accessories Simple: no flashy jewelry or makeup
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE—MEN Black, Navy, or Gray Suit Clean Long-Sleeved Button Down Shirt A Simple Tie Polished Dress Shoes Minimal Accessories Well-Groomed Hair and Facial Hair
BUSINESS CASUAL ATTIRE Khakis or Suit-Pants Well-pressed Button-Down shirt Polo Shirt Sports Coat (optional) Black or Brown Shoes Minimal Accessories Well-Groomed Hair and Facial Hair
WHAT NOT TO WEAR IN THE BUSINESS WORLD For Women: Low necklines Cropped tops and t-shirts Jeans, leggings, and athletic wear Short skirts Sandals, flip-flops, sneakers Loud prints Over done makeup Strong over powering perfume For Men: Untucked shirts T-shirts Jeans, sweatpants, and shorts Loud prints Sandals, tennis shoes, hiking and work boots Strong cologne Messy hair
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HOW TO DRESS FOR SUCCESS BY JAY CHOPRA, DAELYN ARTHUR, & DANIELLE MUSSER