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OVERVIEW
• Making an Impression
• Building your Professional Wardrobe
• Types of Dress:
• Business Professional
• Business Casual
• Casual
• Specifics of Dress
• Do’s and Don'ts
• Quiz
MAKING AN IMPRESSION
• People make their first impression of you within the first 5 seconds!
• “75% of recruiters believe how a person dresses for work affects one’s job,
salary, and possible promotions.”(http://wingsforsuccess.org)
• Interviewers can decide in 10 seconds whether or not they want you – it
takes them longer to decide if they do want you
• You are marketing a product -YOURSELF
“You never have a second chance to make a
first impression!”
BUILDING A PROFESSIONAL
WARDROBE• Invest your money in a great suit!
• Lasts longer, timeless
• Shop smart.
• Think in advance, look for sales
• Seek the assistance of a sales associate
• Buy pieces that are versatile
• Before shopping, look at your current wardrobe
• Find pieces that you can wear to work, then shop for filler’s
• Spend less money by using more of what you currently have
Need help perfecting your professional wardrobe? Follow us on Pinterest!
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF
PROFESSIONAL DRESS?
• Business
Professional
• Business Casual
• Casual
YOUR PROFESSIONAL
WARDROBE FOR…
Click for WOMEN
Click for MEN
BUILDING YOUR
PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE
• Buy the essentials
• A black pencil skirt
• A white blouse
• Dress pants (in gray/black)
• Black pumps
• Elegant hand bag
THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Suits
• Pants or skirt with a matching
jacket
• Best material is pure wool or a
wool blend
• Colors: navy, charcoal gray, and
black are acceptable
• Patterns should be muted
• Choose a conservative style that
is versatile
THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
Blouses
Tops can be pretty much any
material
Don’t wear super loud/neon
colors or patterns
Whatever you wear make
sure it keeps you covered!
THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Skirts
• Should be a modest length – no shorter
than 2 inches above the knee
• Should cover thighs when sitting
• Not too tight – easy to walk in, climb
stairs, and sit
• Slits are appropriate if not too long
• Should be fitting but not too clingy or
flowy (flowy skirts are more “casual”
dress)
THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN• Shoes
• Must be clean
• Heels should be no higher than
two inches
• Closed toe pumps are
preferred– open toed are
acceptable for a more casual
look
• Socks/ Hosiery
• Socks must match
• If you choose to wear hosiery
make sure it is plain and neutral
colored
THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Jewelry/Accessories
• Keep the number of earrings in each ear to two
maximum
• Accessories should always match
• Grooming/Tattoos
• Keep your hair neat
• Makeup should look natural and not over the
top – too much can be distracting
• Keep nails and teeth well maintained
• Body Modifications
• Tattoos that are distracting should be covered
– with clothing or makeup
• Any type of piercing besides an earring should
be covered or removed
WOMEN: TYPES OF DRESS…
• Business Professional
• Business Casual
• Casual
WOMEN: “BUSINESS
PROFESSIONAL”
• What you should wear to
an interview
• Slacks
• Modest skirt
• Matching jacket
• Button up shirt or nice
blouse
• Closed toe pumps
WOMEN: “BUSINESS
PROFESSIONAL”
• The goal for business professional is to look the best you can
• You may be meeting new people or representing your organization at an
event
• The way you dress represents you and your organization
Rule of thumb: If you have to question an item, don’t wear it!
WOMEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• Keep in mind: Each office has a
different view of what business casual
is
• Modest skirt
• Dress pants
• Closed toe shoes – flats or pumps
• Staying covered is ALWAYS a safe
bet
• No low necklines or mini skirts
WOMEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• You don’t want to be too casual
• Know what’s appropriate – if you don’t know, ask!
Our advice: Keep it neutral, keep it covered,
and keep it classy.
WOMEN: “CASUAL”
• Think of what to wear at a company picnic
• Jeans (no leggings or sweats!)
• Casual pants
• T-shirts
• Tennis shoes
• Sandals
• DOES NOT include:
• Short shorts or mini skirts
• Spaghetti straps
• Tube tops
• Shirts with inappropriate graphics or profanity
Know what’s appropriate!
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BUILDING YOUR
PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE• Buy the essentials
• Button up shirts
• A dark and light pair of slacks
• Dark dress shoes
• A simple belt
THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Suits
• Pants with a matching jacket
• Charcoal gray, black, and navy are
acceptable
• Patterns should be muted
• Choose a conservative style that is
versatile
• Shirts
• Best material is cotton or cotton
blend
• Long sleeve is more professional
than short sleeve
THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN• Jewelry – keep it to a minimum
• No earrings
• Ties
• Should reach the top of your bet buckle
• Learn to tie a tie: www.tie-a-tie.net
THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Buy Quality ties
• Don’t wrinkle
• Stain resistant
• Patterns
• No crazy patterns
• Colors
• Compliment your suit or shirt
• Enhances your appearance – doesn’t over power it
• Stay away from neon
How to Build a Tie Wardrobe
THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Shoes
• Best material is leather/faux leather
• Keep them clean!
• Socks
• Should match the color of your shoes
and slacks
• Reach mid calf – exposing skin due to
short socks is not professional
THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Grooming
• Keep hair, nails, and teeth well maintained
• Hair should be short and well kept
• Beards and mustaches should be well groomed
• Accessories
• Keep to a minimum
• Vests, cuff links, and ties should match the rest
of your outfit – but do not wear them all at
once
• Body Modifications
• Tattoos and piercings should be covered
• Think wisely before you get something done!
MEN: TYPES OF DRESS…
Business Professional
Business Casual
Casual
MEN: “BUSINESS
PROFESSIONAL”
• Think like what you
would wear to an
interview
• Shirt and tie are
required!
• A suit is
preferred, but
you can wear a
blazer or sport
jacket
MEN: “BUSINESS
PROFESSIONAL”
• The goal for business professional is to look the best you can
• You may be meeting new people or representing your organization at an
event
• The way you dress represents you and your organization
Rule of thumb: If you have to question an item, don’t wear it!
MEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”• Keep in mind: Each office has a
different point of view of what
business casual is
• Nice slacks
• Button up shirt or polo (can be
short sleeved) – tucked in
• Tie not needed
• You can step away from the
basic colors
• No neon, super bright colors,
or crazy patterns though
MEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• You don’t want to be too casual
• Know what’s appropriate – if you don’t know, ask!
Our advice: Keep it neutral, keep it covered,
keep it classy.
MEN: “CASUAL”
• Think of what you would wear to a company picnic
• Plain t-shirts
• Polo
• Khakis
• Jeans
• Shorts
**shirts don’t necessarily have to be tucked in
• DOES NOT include:
• Short shorts
• Shirts with inappropriate graphics or profanity
Know what’s appropriate!
REMEMBER: DO’S & DON’TS
• DO:
• Wear deodorant
• Brush your teeth
• Trim and/or polish nails
• Brush your hair
• Iron your clothes
• DON’T:
• Wear overpowering cologne or perfume
• Try out new/elaborate hairstyles
Keep it neutral, keep it classy, and keep it covered!
W.O.W. CLOSET
If you need clothes to help you dress for success, visit our World of Work Closet located on the 4th floor of Bernard Hall!
(Click HERE for video)
Bernard Hall 4th Floor
Monday – Thursday
12:00 – 2:30 p.m.
QUIZ TIME!
To complete the quiz visit the below links:
Men:
https://goo.gl/forms/Tu3E8VZERnFRWeYh2
Women:
https://goo.gl/forms/YaW0XrTYG03WfXBn2
