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Dressing Etiquette
Dressing Etiquette
INTRODUCTORY THOUGHT
Etiquettes can bring your real value in the
market place as a polished diamond.
Dressing
Grooming
You only have one
chance to make a good
first impression!
YOU ARE WHAT YOU WEAR!
• People make the following decision about you in the wink of an eye when
they meet you for the first time:
– Your economic level
– Your education level
– Your trustworthiness
– Your social position
– Your level of sophistication
– Your moral character
– Your success
Determining Appropriate Dress
YES!
NO!
Shoes
Highly polished slip-ons
Colour of shoes should be black,
cordovan or brown
Dark socks that are high enough to
hide your skin when you sit down
Facial Hair
No facial hair if possible, if you
must, trim it neatly
YES
NO!
MAYBE
Jewelry
No chains or necklaces showing
No rings other than wedding rings.
No earrings or other piercing; if you
have them, take them out
Conservative watch
Other Tips
Clean fingernails
Minimal cologne
Empty your pockets to avoid
clinking or bulges
Turn off cell phones and beepers
No gum or cigarettes
How to dress casually like a grown
men
Now that your mom isn’t buying your clothes
anymore, start following the Style Pyramid
Make sure your suit fits
Check the fabric
Is it stylish?
High school is over : Get a real pair of
shoes
Stop buying small, medium and large
clothes
Holey and unnaturally faded jeans
are deal breakers
Know how to roll your sleeves
For ties, matching colors and patterns
is key.
Pocket squares are meant to
complement, not match.
Cuff links can make or break an outfit.
Get a haircut like the guys from Mad
Men.
Use the sun to your advantage.
Be confident
In the context of business
Formal Parties
Informal Dressing
Women Clothing
When it comes to women’s
clothing, the golden rule is to
dress not only in accordance with
your personality, but to your body
type as well. Not every fashion
will suit every body type, so it is
important to understand which
style suits you.
Formal
Women have numerous options. Generally speaking, full-
length ball dresses, dinner dresses, shalwar qameez and
cocktail dresses of almost any colour are all considered
appropriate.
Shoes
While your shoes don’t necessarily have to match your
dress, it is a safe choice if you’re otherwise unsure. If
you can’t find a matching colour, opt for the classic
black as the next best option. Many women consider
high-heels to be the most appropriate footwear for
formal occasions; but it is of the utmost importance to
be able to walk comfortably. So sandals can be a good
option as well.
Semi formal
While the intention of a semi-formal event is to be
slightly less formal, many women still opt to dress
more formally than not.
The beauty of a semi-formal occasion is that it can be
a chance to wear some of your more colourful
jewellery and to wear shoes other than high-heels.
Casual
Casual
Casual dress is most often worn to BBQs and informal
dinners. Jeans with just about any top should be fine,
so long as it is comfortable and tidy. Always use your
judgement and never wear something that others may
find offensive.
CASUAL WORKDAYS AND
SPECIAL EVENTS
Casual workdays: days when companies relax
their dress code
Still dress appropriately for work
Do not wear tattered, stained, or torn clothing
More formal attire may be required for special
work-related functions
Avoid shirts with sayings or graphics that may
offend others
Business dressing
Many businesses have a casual dress day. This
does not mean that you can wear whatever you
want. In fact, most businesses are quite careful to
specify what is and what is not appropriate.
However, if you do find yourself in a situation
where you are unsure, follow the golden rule of
dressing to the standard of your colleagues. If you
are unable to ascertain what that is, it is best to err
on the side of caution by dressing more formally
than not.
Choosing a Color
Navy blue is a good color for a “starter” suit.