what is appropriate office attire and why it matters dress for success
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WHAT IS APPROPRIATE OFFICE ATTIRE AND WHY IT MATTERS
Dress for Success
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Front CoverWhy is it ImportantOffice Attire for WomenOffice Attire for MenGroomingCompany CultureWhat Not to WearWomen’s Do and Don’tsKey ThingsRecapBibliography
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Why is it important?
Send the message you are a professionalSays you respect yourselfYou are serious about your jobPeople will take you more seriously
Office attire for women
Blouses Skirts SlacksCardigansMinimal jewelryClosed toe shoes
Office attire for men
Dress shirtsSlacksNice simple dress shoesMinimal (if any) accessoriesBelts must match shoes
Grooming
The importance of grooming is very important
Personal hygiene Make sure hair is neatShirt tucked inClothes need to fit wellClothes are clean and nicely pressed
Company Culture
You want to determine the dress code Business casual – knit tops, casual pants, and
sometimes even jeans Mainstream business – slacks, blouses, button up
shirts, sweaters and closed toe shoes. Formal business – suits required.
Should never be worn
Low cut blousesShort skirtsGym attireSee through clothingTank topsShort shirts that show your stomach
Women Don’t do’s
No skirts more than 2 inches above knee
Revealing and see through shirt should not be worn
Bra should not be visible underneath clothes
No sleeveless shirts for women
Clothes that do not fit and are too small
Key thing to keep in mind
Sock should be black if wearing slacksMake sure your clothes fitKeep everything pressed and cleanYour hair needs to be done and polishedMakeup should be minimal Everything should be understated
Recap
You have to think before you wear something
Make sure that you have proper hygiene
The way you look give the appearance that you take your job seriously.
When make an effort about your appearance it reflects good on you.
References
Pachter, Barbara, and Susan Magee. When the Little Things Count-- and They Always Count: 601 Essential Things That Everyone in Business Needs to Know. New York: Marlowe &, 2006. Print
Flanagan, Lauren. "Understanding Business Attire." Understanding Business Attire. 07 May 2009. Web. 07 Mar. 2010. <http://womens-work-wear.suite101.com/article.cfm/understanding_business_attire_for_women>.
Women's Work Attire. Web. 7 Mar. 2010. <http://stuffem.files.wordpress.com/2008/01/asdadm_150x250.jpg>.
Mes' Business Attire. Web. 7 Mar. 2010. <http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=office+attire+for+men&form=QBIR&qs=nns%2Bshirt%2B2.jpg>.
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