1. Clothes that are poorly tailored and ill fitted are not appropriate
for business wear. Poorly tailored clothes make one look frumpy and ill clad for business. One must remember that first impressions count immensely in the business world and poorly tailored and ill fitting clothes will definitely not give out the image one wants to create in the business arena. Boxy blazers and tops as well as tight fitting tops are inappropriate for office wear. A well tailored suit/ blazer with pants or skirt will give out a professional look.
2. Overly revealing Clothing is a definite No. Too little is too much.
Revealing clothing be it a low cut blouse or a mini skirt is a definite "NO NO" for the office. Skirts with slits that extend above the knee are not suitable.
3. Underwear is not to be worn as outerwear.
Camisoles are to be worn under a blazer and underwear should be "underwear" meaning they should be worn under other clothing and not to be seen. It portrays a ill image when bra straps are exposed or when pants are worn so low that it reveals underwear.
4. Muscle shirts
and spandex is not appropriate. Workout gear is not suitable office wear.
Muscle shirts and spandex is for working out and for the gym. Never for the office. It's very unprofessional to see one in work out gear, working in an office. This is very poor taste for Business Attire.
Muscle shirts and spandex is for working out and for the gym. Never for the office. It's very unprofessional to see one in work out gear, working in an office. This is very poor taste for Business Attire.
One doesn't have to buy expensive clothing to look well put together. Clean and well fitting clothing is far better than crumpled and soiled expensive clothing. the over all picture is the image you give out. A well groomed person gives a far better image than one in crumpled un-ironed designer wear.
6. Wearing shorts to work is considered wrong. However, Walking shorts are considered appropriate in certain offices.
Most offices do not encourage shorts to work merely because shorts come in many different lengths. However, some offices do specify walking Shorts. shorts that extend up to the knee are appropriate when worn with a clean well tailored blouse. Shorts and t-shirt however, do not give a professional image.
7. Micro-miniskirts that make it impossible to sit
comfortably are definitely not appreciated in the work place.
As mentioned above, too little is never too good for the office. Minis skirts make it very uncomfortable for office work, not only for the wearer but also for the other employees.
As mentioned above, too little is never too good for the office. Minis skirts make it very uncomfortable for office work, not only for the wearer but also for the other employees.
8. Mismatched bright coloured clothing is actually not appropriate.
Its always best to avoid bright clothing in the office. Geometric designs or pastel floral designs are acceptable and make a personality statement. Polka dots in black and white or neutral colours are acceptable.
9. Most businesses have a dress code and it will do one well, to stick to the dress code.
Most offices want their employees to adhere to a dress code in order to avoid uncomfortable situations. It serves well to follow your office dress code and help avoid embarrassment.
10. Use common sense. Anything that indicates to you that it should not be worn, should not be worn.
Common Sense is the best guide to dressing appropriately in the work place. Trust your instincts, if something doesn’t feel right then it probably isn’t!
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