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Understand What's Acceptable For The Industry: Wear Well-Fitting, Office-Appropriate Clothes

The document provides guidance on business dress etiquette and rules. It discusses the importance of understanding and following the dress code for one's industry. Proper fitting clothes, avoiding strong fragrances, keeping shoes polished, using accessories wisely, and maintaining groomed facial hair are some tips provided. The conclusion emphasizes that dressing for success in a corporate environment can positively or negatively impact one's perception.

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Understand What's Acceptable For The Industry: Wear Well-Fitting, Office-Appropriate Clothes

The document provides guidance on business dress etiquette and rules. It discusses the importance of understanding and following the dress code for one's industry. Proper fitting clothes, avoiding strong fragrances, keeping shoes polished, using accessories wisely, and maintaining groomed facial hair are some tips provided. The conclusion emphasizes that dressing for success in a corporate environment can positively or negatively impact one's perception.

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As much as everyone tries not to make judgments based on appearances, the way a person

looks plays a crucial role in their business success. In the business world, appearance is often
conflated with performance, and those who don’t fit the norm aren’t always accepted. In the workplaces
of today, where ‘casual Friday’ has extended to the entire week, it’s hard to understand business dress
rules. Below are a few business dress etiquette rules to follow.

Understand What’s Acceptable for the Industry


Every office’s dress code is different, and to be successful, one must follow along. For instance,
in a casual office, one may be allowed to wear shorts, but cutoff jeans may be forbidden. If the company
has an explicitly stated business dress code, workers should follow it.

Wear Well-Fitting, Office-Appropriate Clothes


If a person’s clothes are too small or too big, they simply won’t look good. Ensuring proper
fit applies to everything a person wears, including accessories, clothing, and shoes. Women
should avoid excessively short hemlines, stiletto heels, deep necklines, and exposed undergarments.
Men should make sure their ties, coat sleeves, and pants are of the proper length, and they should be
sure to wear a belt to keep things where they should be. After all, in the business world, it’s better for one
to be remembered for what they said rather than what they wore.

Avoid Strong Fragrances


Not only are strong fragrances distracting, they can cause asthmatic and allergic reactions in
sensitive individuals. Anything that someone else can smell isn’t good. To determine whether a
particular scent is too strong, one should ask a trusted friend or colleague for advice.

Wear Neat, Polished Shoes


Bosses and recruiters often say that the first thing they notice about a candidate or employee is
their shoes. It’s important to keep them polished and in great shape, and women should avoid wearing
excessively tall heels in the workplace.

Use Hosiery Wisely


While many women still prefer a bare-legged look, pantyhose have become stylish once more.
They give the wearer a more polished, professional look. For men, it’s important not to show any
skin when legs are crossed and pants lift up slightly. Prevent these problems by wearing socks of the
correct length.

Get a Pedicure
One of the biggest distractions in the office occurs when women wear open-toed dress shoes
without getting a pedicure. If one decides to show their toes, those toes should be well-groomed and
clean.

Use Accessories Wisely


A person’s accessories are meant to add to their outfit, not overwhelm it. It’s very distracting
when someone’s jewelry makes noise when they move, and other pieces, such as watches, should be
understated.
Keep Facial Hair Groomed
Regardless of how much a man wants a full beard, it may not work in the office setting.
Embarrassing situations could arise, e. g. when eating. Men should think of grooming their beards in the
same way they would think of a haircut; not every look works for everyone. Start by determining one’s
facial features and shape, and find others with facial hair and similar features. Finally, experiment with
cuts and styles until an office-friendly choice is found.
If a man decides to grow a beard or mustache, he should do so over a long weekend or a vacation. That
way, the growth will look intentional, rather than giving the impression that one simply hasn’t shaved.
Facial hair should be kept neat and tidy for a professional appearance. Scissors are useful for trimming a
mustache, while electric razors are great for trimmed, short beards.

Wear Richer Colors to Convey Confidence and Authority

Professionals should pay careful attention to their color choices; darker colors often make a
stronger and more memorable impression than lighter hues. If one is giving a speech or presentation,
they should ensure the colors they choose don’t blend in with the backdrop against which they are
standing.  However, it’s important to be careful with brighter shades. When a person’s clothes are too
flashy, they may distract other workers.

Other Dress Tips


Office workers should remember that a business dress code isn’t always synonymous with good
style. Adding patterns and colors to one’s work wardrobe is an easy, fun way to exhibit one’s
personality while retaining a professional look. Investing in staples such as reversible belts and
wrinkle-free clothing can make dressing for work easy and effortless. No matter what one wears to work,
it should be pressed, clean, conservative, and stain-free.

In Conclusion
Dressing for corporate success is not just about looking nice. The way a person dresses can
have positive or negative effects on how a person is perceived in the professional setting. By
following these tips, one can present a polished image that makes them look more credible.
Types Of Office Dress Codes

There are generally four types of corporate dress codes: Business formal, business professional,

business casual, and casual.

Business Formal

This is the highest level of professional dress attire and it means tailored suits and ties for

men, and a pantsuit or skirt suit paired with conservative accessories and shoes for women.

Employees are expected to maintain a high standard in their appearance.

Business Professional
This is a step down from business formal, but it’s still conservative and traditional. You will

start to see more flexibility in colors and patterns in business professional. Men tend to wear suits

and ties with more patterns and colors, and women tend to wear a suit or skirt, top, and jacket

paired with jewelry that is more noticeable—such as chunky watches or statement pieces.
Business Casual

However, if your employee handbook says that you can dress business casual, that means you

don’t have to wear a suit, pumps, and stockings every day. However, you should still keep a certain

level of professionalism, no matter how casual the dress code is. Men tend to wear button-ups while

women can wear skirts, slacks, or khakis with a cardigan or jacket. Employees are allowed more

freedom with their jewelry and other accessories.


Casual

As the least formal, the trickiest part might be making sure you are still maintaining a level of

professionalism. Clothes should still be pressed, neat, and appropriate for the type of work you do.

For men, you can expect casual pants and slacks with collared polos or crew-neck sweaters.

Women have the freedom to wear nicely-fitted tops and blouses, slacks or skirts. Fun patterns and

colors are acceptable with a casual dress code.

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