| Business dress code, Smart Casual, Business | | | | must be of a reasonable length and clean. (maybe |
| Casual, Dress down. We are often requested to | | | | sounds crazy but you'd be surprised at the how |
| dress to a certain dress code at work but it's not | | | | many men have dirty finger nails!) |
| always clearly defined and can leave us | | | | Maintenance of your clothes is highly important. If |
| somewhat confused. So let's unravel the one | | | | you don't like using an iron on your shirts, use a |
| dress code that gives us the biggest headache! | | | | Dry Cleaning service on them instead. You must |
| As an Image Consultant, I am frequently asked | | | | ensure you change your clothes and shoes daily |
| for advice on the Business Casual dress code. | | | | as they need to be freshened and rested. |
| Many men are comfortable in the formal | | | | Make sure you are pleasant to be around; good |
| (Business Dress) dress code where it is clear that | | | | personal hygiene is paramount. |
| a suit, shirt & tie are required. Similarly, a | | | | So let's put this into practice; here are some tips |
| charity dress down day provides them with no | | | | on how to create acceptable Business Casual |
| real challenges as all the boundaries have been | | | | outfits; |
| removed for that day. | | | | - you can do away with the formal suit and opt |
| However, when it comes to Business Casual, so | | | | for a smart jacket and trousers |
| many find it challenging to put this look together. I | | | | - a soft collared shirt is acceptable and a tie is |
| can tell you that Business Casual means less | | | | optional |
| formal than Business Dress yet must still be | | | | - a suit teamed with a smart t-shirt or polo shirt |
| appropriate for the business environment. It does | | | | is acceptable |
| not mean untidy or scruffy or casual. | | | | - alternatively, a smart shirt and tie with trousers |
| So here are some tips on how to achieve an | | | | and no jacket is also acceptable for Business |
| acceptable Business Casual look; | | | | Casual |
| Ensure your clothes are complimentary for your | | | | - you must always wear smart shoes, trainer |
| colouring and your build. They must also be | | | | style footwear and sandals are not acceptable |
| current and appropriate for your working | | | | So now you have all the rules and best tips for |
| environment. Adhering to all of these rules will help | | | | achieving your Business Casual look. If you would |
| you become a well dressed man. | | | | like to find out more, visit your local Style & |
| You must be well groomed. Clean shaven with a | | | | Image Consultant. |
| neat and tidy haircut is essential. Your finger nails | | | | |