商务英语课件PPT (16).pdf
4.4 Etiquette:Dress Code4.4 Etiquette:Dress CodeContentsContentsI.The Definition of Dress CodeII.TPO PrincipleIII.Types of Business AttireIV.Business Attire TipsI.The Definition of Dress I.The Definition of Dress CodeCodeDress code is a set of rules specifying the garb or type of clothes to be worn by a group or by people under specific circumstances.II.TPO PrincipleII.TPO Principle TPO principle is one of the basic principles of dress etiquette.TPO means Dress for the Occasion,Time,Place,etc.which means people should give consideration to time,place,occasion when choosing the dress and its specific style.Business Attire Business attire is the clothing you wear in professional settings.III.Types of Business AttireIII.Types of Business Attire1.Business formal2.Business professional3.Gender-neutral professional dress4.Business casual5.Smart casual6.Casual1.Business formalBusiness formal is reserved for themost formal settings such as awardceremonies,special dinners,benefitsor other important evening events.Business formal for womena dark pants suit,skirt suit or suit dressa long evening dress may be appropriateformal flats,heels,oxfords or loafers.Minimalist jewelryBusiness formal for mensimilar to“business professional”a dark suit and tiea black suit with a light button-down shirtoxford or loafer shoes with clean lines.Accessorize with belts,a tie clip or small,minimal cufflinksAvoid wearing brown shoes if you select a black suit.2.Business professional Business professional is a traditional form of attire used in more conservative settings or companies with strict dress codes.You might wear business professional in industries like accounting,banking,finance,government or law.Business professional for women tidy dresses,skirts or slacks neat button-down shirts or blouses with a blazer classic heels no higher than three inches,loafers or tidy flats minimal jewelry and belts.Business professional for men a dark-colored(gray,navy)suit and tie.a button-down shirt(preferably white or light-blue)and belt an oxford or loafer.3.Gender3.Gender-neutral professional dressneutral professional dressCasual dress Jeans,sweaters and shirts are all great options.For shoes,you might choose trendy sneakers,sandals or loafers.More formal forms of dress You might choose slacks,trousers or neat chinos.Options for tops include sweaters,button-downs or shirts with cardigans.Shoes might include loafers,oxfords or stylish lace-up shoes.Pantsuits are a great option for any formal setting.4.Business 4.Business casualcasual Business casual is a common form of dress worn in many offices.Business casual is appropriate for many interviews,client meetings and office settings.Business casual for women pencil skirts,blouses,button-down shirts,trousers,khakis,blazers and sweaters simple jewelry and belts flats,loafers,mules,boots or heels.Business casual for men trousers,slacks,khakis,button-downs,polos,or sport coats Jackets and ties are optional loafers,lifestyle sneakers(with leather or canvas),oxfords or boots.5.Smart 5.Smart casualcasual Smart casual is another form of casual business attire with a stylish twist.This type of business attire is appropriate for more flexible offices including informal settings.You might also choose to wear smart casual in an interview for a more informal office.Smart casual for women blazers,dresses,sweaters,trousers,skirts,blouses,heels,flats,jewelry and scarves.Smart casual for men sports jackets,ties,khakis,button-down shirts,polos,dress shoes,boots,clean sneakers and belts.6.Casual6.Casual Casual business attire is informal clothing worn not only in most business settings but also in many settings outside of work.You should avoid wearing casual dress with clients and in interviews,even if the office is casual overall.Casual for women T-shirts,blouses and sweaters on top jeans,cropped pants or shorts,sneakers,low heels or sandals.Casual for men T-shirts,button-down shirts or sweaters jeans,khaki pants or shorts 9sneakers,loafers or sandals.IV.Business Attire TipsAttire for Office While the office may be casual,you might notice that people in leadership positions dress slightly more formally.You may choose to dress similarly to the people who hold the position you would like to reach.Attire for Interview If youre going to an interview,check the companys“About Us”page and social media profiles for clues about their culture.If youre still unsure,ask your recruiter or another contact what they recommend you wear to be successful in the interview.Business attire tipsAttire for Business MeetingsIf youre going to a business meeting,ask your colleagues who may know or have met with this same person about how their offices operate and how you can appear respectful and professional during your meeting with them.Business attire tipsBusiness attire tipsSomething to be AvoidedIn any setting,avoid overly large or busy accessories,heels that are four inches or higher,and any clothing with profanity or possibly offensive imagery or phrases.Business attire tipsBusiness attire tips
