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Decoding the Dress Code: What’s Appropriate for Work

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When it comes to office fashion, it can be tough to decide what’s appropriate. Individuals who work in creative fields may have more leeway, while lawyers and businesspeople may need to stick to conservative attire. It’s impossible to overstate the importance of the proper clothes on making a good impression and advancing your career.

In an interview with Forbes, fashion editor and corporate style consultant Jacqui Stafford said, “At all times, whether you’re the secretary or CEO, people will judge you in nanoseconds by what you’re wearing. I’ve seen smart, talented people passed over for promotions simply because they didn’t dress correctly.” Know the accepted guidelines for your office to turn heads for the fabulous work you do, not the questionable outfit you wore. [Read more…]

Appropriate Dress Code for Business

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You might not realise this, but what you wear can actually influence your career and affect your business. While many companies allow their employees to dress comfortably, there’s a need to wear something suitable when dealing with clients and potential customers. We’ve listed below the appropriate dress code for business.

Business attire for men

A business environment typically requires men to wear business suits, which consist of a jacket, trousers, shirt and tie. Suits are commonly coloured black, light or dark grey, or navy, although lighter shades like tan can also be used. These days, a sport coat can also be worn with khakis but this combination is considered more casual.

A business suit isn’t complete without a tie so don’t forget to put one on. However, avoid garish prints that aren’t appropriate at the workplace. You can also wear a sweater (e.g. vest, cardigan) with the suit, instead of a coat and maybe try out some cufflinks. [Read more…]