Company dress code policies can baffle many, especially as new terminology surfaces for categories of clothing you may or may not be permitted to wear to work.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward
When you dress for a job interview, corporate attire is recommended because it presents you in a very professional and serious manner. You want the interviewer to be focused on your skills and talents, not your wardrobe. So it is best to keep it neat and minimal.
CORPORATE
Companies that enforce a dress code of corporate attire tend to adhere to very strict ideas of what is professional dress and are conservative in nature.
For Men:
- Pant Suit (neutral colors)
- Collared Shirts (button to top)
- Necktie
- Dress Shoes
- Dark Colored Dress Socks
- Minimal Jewelry
For Women:
- Pant/Skirt Suits
- Coordinated Blouses, Dress Shells
- Low heel, closed or peep-toe shoes
- Light hosiery
- Minimal Jewelry and Makeup
- Neat Hairstyle
BUSINESS CASUAL
Business casual is a bit more relaxed than corporate attire but it still conveys a sense of professionalism.
For Men:
- Khaki Slacks or Dress Pants
- Long Sleeved, Button Down Shirts (Tie Optional)
- Knit Shirt with Collar
- Polo Shirt
- Leather Shoes
- Sweaters
- Belt
For Women:
- Dress Pants
- Skirts
- Sweaters
- Blouses and Knit Shirts
- Twinsets/Cardigans
- Casual dress shoes, close/peep-toe
CASUAL
Casual Attire is typically comfortable clothing suitable for most warehouse and light/medium duty jobs.
For Men:
- Regular Fitting Jeans
(not baggy or oversized and pulled up to waist) - Sweatshirt, T-Shirt, Polo Shirt
(plain, no offensive graphics) - Sweaters, zip-up jackets
- Sneakers or rubber sole shoes
- Appropriate safety equipment
For Women:
- Regular Fitting Jeans
(not baggy or skin tight and pulled up to waist) - Sweatshirt, T-Shirt, Knit Shirts
(plain, no offensive graphics, low cut or belly-baring tops) - Sweaters, zip-up jackets
- Sneakers or rubber sole shoes
- Appropriate safety equipment