Proper Business Casual Attire for Women
Here are some guidelines for representing your industry in professional areas.
Your pants:
• Conservative well-pressed pants in a dark color.
• Should fit well.
Your blouse:
• Button-down, collared or simple round neckline or blouse
• Neat, pressed and clean.
• Should not show cleavage.
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Shoes:
• Shoes should be dark or darker than your
hemline.
Sandals or extremely high heels should be avoided.
Hosiery
• Hosiery is not required with pants.
• Wearing a color-coordinating sock is appropriate.
Accessories
• If carrying a purse, keep it small and color to match
attire.
• Wear only three pieces of jewelry at one time.
• Avoid strong perfume or excessive make-up.
• Fresh breath is always appreciated. Choose a mint
versus gum.
Proper Traditional Business Attire for Women
Here are some guidelines for representing your industry in professional areas.
Your suit:
• Conservative well-pressed – black, navy, gray, brown – suit
is best.
• Choose either a skirted or pants suit.
• Should fit well.
Your blouse:
• Button-down, collared or simple round neckline.
• Neat, pressed and clean.
• No lace or sparkles.
• Do not be afraid to use color.
• Should not show cleavage.
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Shoes:
• Heels are not required but a close-toed pump looks best.
Shoes should be dark or darker than your hemline.
§ Sandals or extremely high heels should be avoided.
Hosiery
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Hosiery must be worn with skirted suits.
Choose a basic color in a sheer style. No patterns.
Hose should match your shoes.
Keep an extra pair handy as they snag easily.
Socks should match your pants.
Accessories
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If carrying a purse, keep it small and color to match
attire.
Wear only three pieces of jewelry at one time.
Avoid strong perfume or excessive make-up.
Fresh breath is always appreciated. Choose a mint
versus gum.
Proper Business Casual Attire for Men
Here are some guidelines for representing your industry in professional areas.
Your pants:
• Conservative pressed suit pants. Dockers or khakis
are typical.
• Jeans are discouraged.
Your shirt:
• Pressed button-down collared dress shirt or polo
shirt.
• Stick to conservative colors
• A sport coat is optional
• No tie is required
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Shoes and socks:
• Clean shined dress shoes.
• Traditional black or brown color.
• Laced shoes are more stylish than slip-ons.
• Socks should match your pants.
Socks should go up over calf.
Accessories
• Belts should be leather, and match shoes.
• If wearing a watch, it should be conservative.
• Avoid strong cologne.
• Fresh breath is always appreciated. Choose a mint
versus gum. Proper Traditional Business Attire for Men
Here are some guidelines for representing your industry in professional areas.
Your suit:
• Conservative well-pressed – black, navy, gray, brown – suit
is best.
• Sleeves of the jacket should extend to the hand.
• Suit pants should typically match the jacket.
• The collar should fit so one finger fits between neck and
collar.
• Button the top button on your jacket when you are standing.
• Should fit well.
Your tie:
• Choose good quality – silk is preferred.
• Avoid flashy or bold patters or character prints that are
distracting.
• Should end at the top of your belt line.
Shoes and socks:
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Clean shined dress shoes.
Traditional black or brown color.
Laced shoes are more stylish than slip-ons.
Socks should match your pants.
Socks should go up over calf.
Accessories
• Belts should be leather, and match shoes.
• If wearing a watch, it should be conservative.
• Avoid strong cologne.
• Fresh breath is always appreciated. Choose a
mint versus gum.