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Your clothing is one of the first things that people see, so it’s important that you are dressed to impress in the workplace!
Different organizations have different dress requirements, so be sure you know about what is expected—this is part of “cracking the code” of what’s accepted in that environment!
In general, there are three types of dress codes:Business (very professional)Business Casual (relaxed professional)Casual (save this for the weekend)
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MenDress shirtTieBeltSlacksSport CoatBusiness
Suit
WomenCollared button
down blouseSlacksDress skirtBeltSuit JacketBusiness suit
(pants or skirt)
MenNo tie requiredKhakis or ChinosKnit polo (not the
designer) shirtsKnit sweaters
WomenNo suit jacket
requiredKhakis or ChinosSweater setsDressesBlouses
Men and WomenT-shirts / Tank TopsJeans / Cargo pantsShorts / Short
SkirtsFlip flopsSneakers
• Each of the following slides shows an outfit, or a portion of an outfit.
• Look at each one and decide whether you think it’s business, business-casual, or casual.
Business Casual
No Tie
Business Casual
Khaki pants
are always
considered
business
casual
Casual
It is difficult
to keep cargo
pants neat in
appearance
Business Casual
If this were
business
attire she
would have a
suit jacket
also.
Business Casual
This shirt
does not have
a typical
collar. It
would be
considered a
“no collar”
shirt.
Casual
This is strictly
for hanging
out!
Business
Business
Business Casual
You may think
this is business
attire, but her
suit jacket
sleeves are ¾
length. This is
more of a
fashion
statement than
a professional
one.
Business
Business Casual
No suit jacket
makes this
dress
business
casual
Business
Casual
Business Casual
No Tie
Khakis
Sport coat
(not a suit
jacket)
Business Casual
The jacket has
a casual style
with ¾ length
sleeves and a
casual color,
khaki.
• Now that you know how to crack the professional dress code, make sure that you put your knowledge to good use!
• Whenever you go on an interview (for college or a job) you should dress in at least business-casual attire.
• Your first chance to show off your business-casual wardrobe will be at the Career Expo that you’ll attend on Monday, August 1st. You’ll be meeting many business professionals, so you want to be sure that your outfit looks professional as well.
• You can earn 10 Promise Dollars if you bring in an example of a Career Expo-appropriate outfit—something that is either business or business-casual, so raid your closet, prepare for Monday’s event, and earn some extra Promise Dollars!
