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Essay / Dress Code - Business Casual - 1739
Dress Code / Business CasualClothing is an aspect of human physical appearance, and like other aspects of human physical appearance, it has social significance. All societies have dress codes, most of which are unwritten but understood by most members of the society. The dress code has built-in rules or signals indicating the message conveyed by a person's clothing and how it is worn. This message may include information about the person's social class, income, occupation, ethnic and religious affiliation, attitude, marital status, sexual availability and sexual orientation. Clothing conveys other social messages, including asserting or claiming personal or cultural identity, establishing, maintaining, or challenging the norms of a social group, and appreciating comfort and functionality. . for a chance meeting with a CEO. It doesn't have to look like a cocktail, party or picnic outfit. Avoid tight or loose clothing; business casual is classic rather than trendy.Basics: Khaki pants, neatly ironed, and an ironed, long-sleeved, plain button-down shirt are safe for both men and women. Polo/golf shirts, not wrinkled, are an appropriate choice if you know the environment will be more casual, outdoors or in a very warm place. This may not seem like a very exciting outfit, but you're not trying to stand out with your edgy look, but with your good judgment in a professional environment. Shoes/belt: Wear a leather belt and leather shoes. Sports shoes are not appropriate. Cost/Quality: You're not expected to be able to afford the same clothes as a corporate CEO. However, invest in quality that will look appropriate during your first two or three years of work for a professional environment or casual occasions. Details: Everything should be clean, well-ironed, and not showing wear. Even the nicest khakis after 100 washes may not be your best choice for a reception. Carefully inspect new clothing for tags and all clothing for dangling threads, etc. Use common sense. If there is six inches of snow on the ground and/or you are rushing to get to an information session between classes and you left the house before 12 p.m. sooner, no one will expect you to show up ready for a photo shoot - they will just be happy that you made it. Just avoid wearing your worst gym clothes and jeans. If you show up to an event and realize you're not as well dressed as you should be, offer a quick and pleasant apology and make a good impression with your interpersonal skills and intelligent questions..