| Business Etiquette:
Rules of Good Business Attire
When employed in a professional environment, business etiquette
dictates the use of particular business attire. Wearing the
correct business attire for going on and conducting interviews,
client appointments and staff meetings is essential in portraying
positive business cultures and a confident, professional appearance.
If done correctly, peers and clients alike will feel secure
in the knowledge that you can conduct yourself accordingly.
However, wearing the correct business attire for particular
occasions may seem like a tricky prospect at times. So, it
is very important to become familiar with the business etiquette
guidelines for dressing appropriately at work or for work
related functions.
Dressing for Various Business Cultures
In today’s modern world, gone are the days of the standard
business suit as the only acceptable business attire for professionals.
Many of today’s businesses have adopted a more casual
business attire. Some have gone to casual Fridays where business
casual is the norm on Fridays only. Others still have gone
to business casual as their standard dress code every day
of the week. A few companies have even gone to casual attire,
allowing jeans, T-shirts and the like in the work place.
The savvy business person will be aware of the particular
business cultures and dress for success within them. The key
is to adhere to the business attire with sophistication without
being overly formal or overly casual. You want to fit in but
also dress to impress regardless of the business cultures.
When in doubt, though, err on the side of caution and opt
for more formal rather than more casual business attire.
Business Etiquette for Business Casual Environments
When choosing business attire for a business casual environment,
there are some guidelines you should be aware of. For men,
according to business etiquette, the following articles of
clothing are generally acceptable attire:
- Khaki, blue, black or grey slacks
- Pant materials that are more casual such as Dockers
- Polo shirts
- Button down, long sleeved shirts in plain colors or subtle
patterns
- Sweaters, V-neck or with a button down shirt beneath
- Casual blazers
- Sport coats
- Brown or black shoes
For women the following business attire is suitable for business
casual workplaces:
- Khaki, blue, black or grey slacks or skirts that are
knee length and longer
- Pull over and button down blouses in solid colors or
subtle patterns
- Turtle neck sweaters
- Blazers
- Low heeled pumps, stylish ankle boots or lace up shoes
with a heel
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