what is appropriate office attire and why it matters dress for success

WHAT IS APPROPRIATE OFFICE ATTIRE AND WHY IT MATTERS

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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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