Corporate Dress
posted March 20, 2008 - 1:40amIn corporate the employee has to be “presentable” and should dress “right”.
The dressing protocol is followed all over the corporate world. Different sectors have different set of rules for their male employees to dress. The reasons given for the same may be ranging from culture, atmosphere to ethics.
So what is this right dressing? The dressing styles vary according to industry to reflect the culture and work ethics of the work place. Since the atmosphere / outlook within certain business communities, for example an ad agency, tends to be informal, the attire of the employees reflects this outlook. On the other hand, the protocol of corporate dressing in sectors such as IT, hospitality, banking, etc, is more conservative as it reflects directly on employee professionalism.
The attire of an employee of a particular industry does speak about the company's work ethic, image and culture. It adds an impression of professionalism, intelligence, and commitment that enhances the overall credibility of the company. Similarly, non-adherence to a dress code can send out a message of discredit and incompetence. People are one of the strongest expressions a company can have of its corporate brand. Impressions which people create do say a lot about the company's work ethics or corporate brand image. And, dressing style has a very high weightage in the first impression that an individual can create.
Following are some of the dressing trends in Corporate
CASUAL FRIDAYS
Casual fridays is catching up in the corporate circles. Many organisations have comeup with the unique tool referred as “Friday dressing” to motivate and encourage associates in feeling at home at their workplace. They feel this increases the productivity and makes them more comfortable with the organisation and colleagues.
CORPORATE FASHIONABLES
Younger employee today is more fashion conscious and are experimenting a lot with style even in formal wear. The companies are flooding the market with formal yet fashionable attire.
Metrosexuality is another trend that is catching up fast in the corporate sector. Improved fitness amongst men as also metrosexual role models have caused men to focus much more on their dressing style.
Dressing perfectly to work everyday today is important for the complete look and feel for the employees.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR CORPORATE DRESSING:
Don’t wear athletic shoes, sandals, or trendy styles like platform shoes.
You can be more creative with your accessories when dressing in business casual, but don’t be extreme.
Sweater sets and tailored shirts are a safe bet.
When in doubt, be more conservative.
When choosing colours, you can go for contrast.
Belts and socks should always compliment the outfit.

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