Dress for Success

Office Professional

Suit

Conservative, two-piece suit in solid colors such as black, grey navy. If choosing to wear a skirt, the length should fall above the knee. Shirt: Wear a long sleeve or short sleeve dress shirt under and pair with a tie OR wear a blouse.

Shoes

Wear polished dress shoes, dark socks, and a belt to match your shoes.

What Not to Wear

Athletic wear, sweatpants, t-shirts, jeans, sandals/flip flops, see through clothing, low cut clothing, shorts, short skirts.

Business Casual (Check with employer and/or interviewer if appropriate)

Athletic wear, sweatpants, t-shirts, jeans, sandals/flip flops, see through clothing, low cut clothing, shorts, short skirts.

Other Tips

• Wear a minimum amount of jewelry and/or makeup, keep nails trimmed and clean.
• Stay away from strong smelling soaps, perfumes, colognes, body sprays etc.
• Hair should be brushed and pulled away from face if possible.
• If you have body piercings or tattoos check with the company policy on if they are appropriate.
• If you can't find any information, it might be better to not wear or cover until you can find information about their policy.

Hair Well groomed hairstyle	Nails & Makeup Natural in style
Jewelry & Fragrance Wear moderate jewelry with mild fragrance	Piercings & Tattoos Align to company culture or standards

Skilled Trades

Professional Dress

Wear your cleanest and newest uniform shirt or a button down. Tucked in solid-colored button-down shirts pair well with black, brown, or olive pants. Your darkest rip free, stain free denim will also work.

Shoes

Closed toe, full coverage, clean shoes are best. The effort to clean and polish your boots/crew shoes shows attention to detail. Valued in the skilled trades emphasis on precision work and measurement.

What Not to Wear

Sweatshirts with the hood up, stains, personal opinions, t-shirts, sandals/flip flops, see-through clothing, low cut clothing, shorts and short skirts.

Other Tips

• Hands cleaned and nails trimmed.
• Review the organization's policy regarding tattoos and piercings. If you cannot locate, consider covering until you know more.
• Avoid strong smelling soaps, perfumes, colognes, body sprays, etc.
• Hair should be brushed and pulled away from face if possible.
• Minimal jewelry and makeup.

Hair Well groomed hairstyle	Nails & Makeup Natural in style
Jewelry & Fragrance Wear moderate jewelry with mild fragrance	Piercings & Tattoos Align to company culture or standards