PROPER ATTIRE ETIQUETTE
By Daisy Lee Shyne Mangulabnan
INTRODUCTION
How you dress depends on four factors: a. the industry in which you work, b. the position you have within that industry, c. the geographic area in which you live, d. what others expects to see.
FEMALE ATTIRE
Longstanding colors are blue, black, gray or brown The trick is to look conservative and professional.
THE SUIT
Wear an appropriate length skirt, avoid tight skirts and mini-skirts.
“Dress the position you want, not the one you have “
A cotton or silk blouse in a neutral color with a simple collar is fine.
Do not wear a sleeve-less blouse.
THE BLOUSE
Your blouse should fit comfortably, and not appear to be tight, wrinkled or distracting due to loud colors.
A classic 34- inch square silk scarf that compliments your suit in color and pattern. Less is better, less color and less patterns. Keep it simple.
THE SCARF
Pumps with 1 ½ - inch heel. Choose a color that compliments your suit and handbag
Avoid open-toe shoes, hi boots, stiletto heels and white shoes.
THE SHOES
Be sure to have your shoes polished and shined Wear leather shoes, avoid suede and light fabrics
Wear small stubs or avoid wearing earrings.
JEWELRY
Do not wear more than one pair of earrings and two finger rings, one watch or bracelet.
MALE ATTIRE
An open-collar shirt and suit jacket is fine. Wear dark colors: blue, black, brown, gray.
SUIT
White, off white, pale, blue cotton shirts are preferred
SHIRTS
Choose traditional silk tie, no loud colors or patterns. The tie should coordinate with the attire.
It may also be wise to avoid ties with images and designer logos.
NECKTIE
Get the color that coordinates with the suit. Socks should be long enough not to expose the skin when sitting down.
SOCKS
Shoes should be polished and shined and heels are in tack. Avoid wearing boots.
SHOES
Avoid wearing a lot of cologne and jewelry. Do not wear more than one ring.
JEWELRY AND COLOGNE
PROPER ATTIRE GUIDELINES
1. Aim for a classic and understated look
2. Combine some of your existing business wardrobe with casual attire 3. All men's shirts must have sleeves and collars.
4. Clothing should be clean, pressed or wrinkle free, and without holes or frayed areas.
PROPER ATTIRE GUIDELINES
5. Men are not permitted to wear earrings. 6. Hairstyle should be clean, neatly trimmed, and well-groomed, including sideburns, mustaches and beards. 7. Slacks should break just above the shoe, sleeves should reach the base of your hand and just show a bit of the cuff if wearing a jacket, and shirt collars should button comfortably without pinching or leaving gaps.
PROPER ATTIRE GUIDELINES
8. If wearing a tie, its tip should reach below the bottom of your belt-buckle. 9. Shoes should be polished and leather is generally preferred.
CONCLUSION
For those who think it's not what you wear but who you are that creates success, give that some more thought.
Business skills and experience count, but so does proper attire etiquette!
END OF PRESENTATION
PROPER ATTIRE ETIQUETTE Al rights reserved Copyright 2008 By Daisy Lee Shyne Mangulabnan
OPEN TOE SHOES
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