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1、Womens Dress: Business Professional and CasualX420 Discussion Session #81Business Casual for WomenlAppropriate attireknow difference between business casual and casual attirelFewer than 1/3 of all white-collar workers still required to dress formally l4 out of 5 of those dress down one day a weeklGa
2、in edge in business with appropriate attirelBe sensitive to your industry lDress the part for the role you playNo Suits?lNo, suits still important lBusiness casual - blazer or cardigan sweater and a coordinating skirtlBusiness casual is NOT same as casual attirelA womans attire must say that she mea
3、ns business with “authority”Who Cares?lA woman must look the part lAppearance may make or break her careerlFirst impression continues to make a lasting impressionlRecognize the value of companys business casual guidelines Basics of Business CasuallA classic suitlA navy or black blazer and skirtlA ca
4、rdigan sweaterlA plain white or cream blouse in silk or rayon or a tailored teelWith a light colored jacket or sweater wear a darker colored blouse.Pants and PantsuitslPantsuits are great investments on business casual days.lTrousers and a blazer or a cardigan sweater are also appropriate.lTwill pan
5、ts in black, navy, or khaki are appropriate.lIf you are unsure if slacks are appropriate, simply mirror the highest-ranking female in your company. Other ChoiceslBasic skirts in black, navy, khaki, or taupe lSkirts should be same length as business professional skirt length or longerlA long skirt ma
6、kes a feminine statement for business casualBelts, Shoes, and HosierylCoordinate with the other items wornlClassic leather pumps or flats in black, navy, taupe, or burgundy lHosiery should be the same shade or lighter than shoes and hemline lWith short-sleeved jacket or top skin-toned hosiery is a m
7、ustlMake black, navy, or burgundy handbag and briefcase the smallest size possible to still be functionalJewelrylJewelry should be the same as business professional-gold-tone or silver jewelry is bestlBasic is best-follow the rule of 13 lA woman cant get into trouble being dressed in a simple, elega
8、nt mannerHairstyle, Make-up, and FingernailslHair should be or give appearance of shoulder length or shorter lMakeup should accentuate features rather than jumping out-eyes and lips important communication toolslFingernails should be well maintained with subtle polish or the natural lookMistakes in
9、Business Casual DressinglDressing too casuallyl4 of the most commonly made business casual faux pas:lNot wearing hosierylWearing a skirt that is too shortlWearing sleeveless or halter tops and see- through blouseslWearing stretch pantslHow to decide what is appropriatelLook goodlDress up a notch lTh
10、inking an outfit inappropriate means it probably isDont wear business casual attire whenNot yet invested in business casual attireWhen talking about salary or a performance appraisalWhen unsure of outfitWhen outfit is not cleaned or pressedWhen unsure about an organizations dress code on a visitWhen
11、 interacting with potential clients or international clients Are jeans appropriate?When the highest-ranking woman or CEO wears them to workAnd, only if they are cleaned, pressed, and in good conditionWhat Does a Womans Personal Appearance Say About Her?lRespect for herself and others lHow much atten
12、tion to detail she haslInterest in professional future Business Professional DressWomen must look right to get foot in the doorOnly suits?lSome companies have unwritten rule for suits onlylIn other companies, business professional dress can mean suit, dress, pantsuit, or blazer and skirtBusiness Pro
13、fessional BasicslSuits in black, navy, gray, and taupe lBrighter colored jackets and skirts from business casual may be blended into business professional lSkirts that are calf-length are appropriatelA blazer and coordinating skirt is appropriate when policy is more relaxedlLong-sleeve classic style
14、 dress in a good color lBlack, gray, navy, and tan are good color choices-project authoritylAvoid floral designs and other prints Blouses: lSolid colors lCream, white, and other muted as well as bright colors lCotton, silk, and blouses made of man-made fibers that have quality look lBlouses of good
15、quality, styles, and colors Best fabrics: Best fabrics: Wool, gabardine, cotton, and Wool, gabardine, cotton, and silksilk Man-made fabrics that give the Man-made fabrics that give the same lookscrunch testsame lookscrunch testBelts, Shoes, and HosieryMatch or be compatible with outfitlClassic leath
16、er pumps with closed heel and toe lBlack, navy, taupe, and burgundy.lHeels - 1 to 3 inches highlHosiery same shade or lighter than shoes and hemline - Dark hose with same color long-sleeved suit lAccessoriesleather, classic, black, navy, taupe, or burgundylPurse/ briefcase compact and functional-small as possible l14 carat gold or sterling silverlAccentuate professional attire lElimin
