1. Workshop 2: Business Attire
Accounting Society General Body Meeting #2
2/13/17

2. Intro
Dress Codes play an invaluable role in job fairs, interviews, and all kinds of events.
Appearance is the true first impression
If unsure, dress one level up
Look at a suit as an investment
Career services can help find an affordable suit
Cover any tattoos, remove any piercings
Start building wardrobe now
Knowing what to wear for a specific event is a great skill; will be the basis of a recruiter’s first impression of you.

3. Casual
A casual dress code is very informal. Includes what you would normally wear day-to-day.
Still should be moderately conservative (men and women).
Still avoid anything with explicit language, graphic content, political/social commentary because you don’t want to offend anyone.

4. Smart Casual Women Overall very flexible Denim/khaki is acceptable
No holes/tears
Fairly plain
Dressy top
Same rules for shoes
More patterns/colors acceptable

5. Smart Casual Men Denim/khaki acceptable No holes/tears Fairly plain
Tucked polo or other collared shirt
Sport coat and sweaters optional
*No sneakers
If a dress code isn’t specified, smart casual is a safe bet.

6. Business Casual Women Skirt or pant from a two-piece suit
Blouse with sleeves
Solid colors
Can be paired with sweater/cardigan
Conservative dress okay

7. Business Casual Men Pants from a suit Pressed button-up shirt
Tie OR Jacket
*Essentially Business Professional but without the jacket OR tie

8. Business Professional
Women
A tailored two-piece skirt/pant suit
Neutral colors
Pressed button-up shirt
Light colors
Heels or flats
Closed-toe
Heels up to 3”
Conservative jewelry
Pearls are a safe choice
“Day-time” makeup

9. Business Professional
Men
A tailored two-piece suit
Neutral colors
Pressed button-up shirt
Light colors
Solid, stripe, or simple pattern tie
Should just cover belt
Matching belt and shoes
Shined shoes
Dark socks