DRESSING FOR SUCCESS
BERNARD HALL 311 501.450.3134 [email protected] [email protected] OVERVIEW
• Making an Impression • Building your Professional Wardrobe • Types of Dress: • Business Professional • Business Casual • Casual • Specifics of Dress • Do’s and Don'ts • Quiz MAKING AN IMPRESSION
• People make their first impression of you within the first 5 seconds! • “75% of recruiters believe how a person dresses for work affects one’s job, salary, and possible promotions.”(http://wingsforsuccess.org) • Interviewers can decide in 10 seconds whether or not they want you – it takes them longer to decide if they do want you • You are marketing a product -YOURSELF
“You never have a second chance to make a first impression!” BUILDING A PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE
• Invest your money in a great suit! • Lasts longer, timeless • Shop smart. • Think in advance, look for sales • Seek the assistance of a sales associate • Buy pieces that are versatile • Before shopping, look at your current wardrobe • Find pieces that you can wear to work, then shop for filler’s • Spend less money by using more of what you currently have
Need help perfecting your professional wardrobe? Follow us on Pinterest! WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL DRESS? • Business Professional
• Business Casual
• Casual YOUR PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE FOR…
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Click for MEN BUILDING YOUR PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE
• Buy the essentials • A black pencil skirt • A white blouse • Dress pants (in gray/black) • Black pumps • Elegant hand bag THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Suits • Pants or skirt with a matching jacket • Best material is pure wool or a wool blend • Colors: navy, charcoal gray, and black are acceptable • Patterns should be muted • Choose a conservative style that is versatile THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
Blouses Tops can be pretty much any material Don’t wear super loud/neon colors or patterns Whatever you wear make sure it keeps you covered! THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Skirts • Should be a modest length – no shorter than 2 inches above the knee • Should cover thighs when sitting • Not too tight – easy to walk in, climb stairs, and sit • Slits are appropriate if not too long • Should be fitting but not too clingy or flowy (flowy skirts are more “casual” dress) THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Shoes • Must be clean • Heels should be no higher than two inches • Closed toe pumps are preferred– open toed are acceptable for a more casual look • Socks/ Hosiery • Socks must match • If you choose to wear hosiery make sure it is plain and neutral colored THE SPECIFICS FOR WOMEN
• Jewelry/Accessories • Keep the number of earrings in each ear to two maximum • Accessories should always match • Grooming/Tattoos • Keep your hair neat • Makeup should look natural and not over the top – too much can be distracting • Keep nails and teeth well maintained • Body Modifications • Tattoos that are distracting should be covered – with clothing or makeup • Any type of piercing besides an earring should be covered or removed WOMEN: TYPES OF DRESS…
• Business Professional
• Business Casual
• Casual WOMEN: “BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL”
• What you should wear to an interview • Slacks • Modest skirt • Matching jacket • Button up shirt or nice blouse • Closed toe pumps WOMEN: “BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL”
• The goal for business professional is to look the best you can • You may be meeting new people or representing your organization at an event • The way you dress represents you and your organization
Rule of thumb: If you have to question an item, don’t wear it! WOMEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• Keep in mind: Each office has a different view of what business casual is • Modest skirt • Dress pants • Closed toe shoes – flats or pumps • Staying covered is ALWAYS a safe bet • No low necklines or mini skirts WOMEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• You don’t want to be too casual • Know what’s appropriate – if you don’t know, ask!
Our advice: Keep it neutral, keep it covered, and keep it classy. WOMEN: “CASUAL”
• Think of what to wear at a company picnic • Jeans (no leggings or sweats!) • Casual pants • T-shirts • Tennis shoes • Sandals • DOES NOT include: • Short shorts or mini skirts • Spaghetti straps • Tube tops • Shirts with inappropriate graphics or profanity Know what’s appropriate! Click to go to NEXT SLIDE…
Click to go to MEN… BUILDING YOUR PROFESSIONAL WARDROBE • Buy the essentials • Button up shirts • A dark and light pair of slacks • Dark dress shoes • A simple belt THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Suits • Pants with a matching jacket • Charcoal gray, black, and navy are acceptable • Patterns should be muted • Choose a conservative style that is versatile • Shirts • Best material is cotton or cotton blend • Long sleeve is more professional than short sleeve THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Jewelry – keep it to a minimum • No earrings • Ties • Should reach the top of your bet buckle • Learn to tie a tie: www.tie-a-tie.net THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
How to Build a Tie Wardrobe • Buy Quality ties • Don’t wrinkle • Stain resistant • Patterns • No crazy patterns • Colors • Compliment your suit or shirt • Enhances your appearance – doesn’t over power it • Stay away from neon THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Shoes • Best material is leather/faux leather • Keep them clean! • Socks • Should match the color of your shoes and slacks • Reach mid calf – exposing skin due to short socks is not professional THE SPECIFICS FOR MEN
• Grooming • Keep hair, nails, and teeth well maintained • Hair should be short and well kept • Beards and mustaches should be well groomed • Accessories • Keep to a minimum • Vests, cuff links, and ties should match the rest of your outfit – but do not wear them all at once • Body Modifications • Tattoos and piercings should be covered • Think wisely before you get something done! MEN: TYPES OF DRESS… Business Professional
Business Casual
Casual MEN: “BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL”
• Think like what you would wear to an interview • Shirt and tie are required! • A suit is preferred, but you can wear a blazer or sport jacket MEN: “BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL”
• The goal for business professional is to look the best you can • You may be meeting new people or representing your organization at an event • The way you dress represents you and your organization
Rule of thumb: If you have to question an item, don’t wear it! MEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL” • Keep in mind: Each office has a different point of view of what business casual is • Nice slacks • Button up shirt or polo (can be short sleeved) – tucked in • Tie not needed • You can step away from the basic colors • No neon, super bright colors, or crazy patterns though MEN: “BUSINESS CASUAL”
• You don’t want to be too casual • Know what’s appropriate – if you don’t know, ask!
Our advice: Keep it neutral, keep it covered, keep it classy. MEN: “CASUAL”
• Think of what you would wear to a company picnic • Plain t-shirts • Polo • Khakis • Jeans • Shorts **shirts don’t necessarily have to be tucked in • DOES NOT include: • Short shorts • Shirts with inappropriate graphics or profanity Know what’s appropriate! REMEMBER: DO’S & DON’TS
• DO: • Wear deodorant • Brush your teeth • Trim and/or polish nails • Brush your hair • Iron your clothes • DON’T: • Wear overpowering cologne or perfume • Try out new/elaborate hairstyles
Keep it neutral, keep it classy, and keep it covered! W.O.W. CLOSET
If you need clothes to help you dress for success, visit our World of Work Closet located on the 4th floor of Bernard Hall! (Click HERE for video)
Bernard Hall 4th Floor
Monday – Thursday
12:00 – 2:30 p.m. QUIZ TIME!
To complete the quiz visit the below links:
Men: https://goo.gl/forms/Tu3E8VZERnFRWeYh2
Women: https://goo.gl/forms/YaW0XrTYG03WfXBn2