Executive Wardrobe Tips

Men

Suits: Look for…

• Classic fabrics, patterns, and colors which are always in style and easy to accessorize.
• Contoured jacket collar that lays smoothly around the neck with no space between it and your shirt.
• Smooth, straight seams with a single row of stitching.

Suit care: Be sure to…

• Hang suits on wooden or plastic contour hangers. Leave your jacket unbuttoned and be sure to empty pockets.
• Leave space between hangers so garments will be free of wrinkles.
• Read and follow the care instructions on your garment.

Shirts: The best ones have…

• A single row of stitching along shoulder and side seams to prevent puckering.
• More stitches per inch. A quality shirt will have 15-18 stitches per inch for strength and better appearance.
• Store ties unknotted to hang out wrinkles.

Outer coats: Keep in mind that…

• Outer coat sleeve length should cover the suit coat sleeve.
• You should sit in your outer coat in the store to be certain that it is comfortable.

Shoes:

• Wear shoes that coordinate with your suit.
• Keep shoes in good condition and polished.
  

Women

Suits/dresses: Look for…

• Classic fabrics, patterns, and colors which are always in style and easy to accessorize.
• Dresses in solid color or conservative print.
• Contoured jacket collar that fits smoothly around the neck with no space between it and your shirt.
• Smooth, straight seams and hems.

Suit care: Be sure to…

• Hang suits on wooden or plastic contour hangers. Leave your jacket unbuttoned and be sure to empty pockets.
• Leave space between hangers so garments will be free of wrinkles.
• Read and follow the care instructions on your garment.

Blouses/shirts:

• Tailored blouses/shirts, not a lot of frills or ruffles.
• Solid color or conservative prints to coordinate with suit.

Shoes:

• Wear low heeled pumps that coordinate with your suit/dress.
• Keep shoes clean and in good condition