Professional Dress

Professional Dress

Both Men and Women: Should always wear a suit. Consider dark navy and gray. Men should wear shirts that are nicely starched and not taken right out of the dryer. White shirts should be white, not yellowish. Ties should have a conservative, tasteful print.

Women: Should avoid wearing several pieces of jewelry, especially dangling, chunky sorts. Wear clothing accessories and jewelry that make you look polished and professional. Make sure skirts are at least knee length. Women should always wear hose, and shoes with heels. You should try to be on the conservative side rather than trying to look glamorous.

Business Casual

Men: Should avoid Khaki pants and “loud print” shirts. Consider dark-colored slacks with a nice Oxford shirt with muted colors and a conservative matching tie. If the weather is cold, pull on a nice solid colored sweater. Another option is wearing dark slacks, solid or bold line shirt, and a nice dark-colored sport coat or blazer. Belt and shoes should match.

Women: Should consider wearing business skirts with appropriate blouses, such as silks, polyester, or rayon with attractive prints. Nice slacks with a blazer or pants suits are also acceptable. Larger pieces of jewelry are acceptable for nice casual. Flats or small heels are appropriate, and of course, always wear hose.

Casual

Men: It is acceptable for men to wear nice khaki, navy or some other basic color slacks. Polo type shirts, "Camp" shirts or collared shirts long- or short-sleeved would be appropriate. Stay away from blue jeans, denim, and sweat suit material. Shirts should be crisp and colorful but not "neon-looking!" No cut-off or jean shorts.

Women: Appropriate attire for women might be a skirt and blouse, or tailored slacks, blouse, and nice belt, attractive coordinated, flats.  No cut-off or jean shorts.