As we all know, personal impression counts. When attending Beta Alpha Psi professional activities, it is always a good idea to dress professionally. However, you may be invited to a company where business casual is appropriate. Our objective, in establishing a dress code, is to enable our members to present themselves in a professional, business-like image.

For Women

Business Professional Dress

1. Solid color, conservative suit (slacks), blouse, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry
2. Solid color, conservative suit (skirt), blouse, tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry. Skirts that are below the knee are acceptable.
3. Solid color, conservative dress with sleeves, tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry. Dresses that are below the knee are acceptable.
4. Solid color, conservative dress with blazer, tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.

Business Casual Dress

1. Slacks with conservative blouse (tucked-in), moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.
2. Slacks with blouse (tucked-in) with jacket, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.
3. Slacks with blouse (tucked-in) with sweater, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.
4. Skirt with conservative blouse (tucked-in), tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.
5. Skirt with blouse (tucked-in) with jacket, tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.
6. Skirt with blouse (tucked-in) with sweater, tan or light pantyhose, moderate dress shoes with heels No higher than 2”, limited jewelry.

Try to Avoid

1. Short skirt; spaghetti dresses without a jacket
2. Tight pants or skirt
3. Open-toed high heels shoes with back strap
4. Large, flashy jewelry and multiple bangles
5. More than one pair of earrings
6. Too much perfume
7. Heavy make-up
8. Colorful bag

Some Suggestions

1. Focus on quality, simplicity and conservativity
2. Black, dark gray, navy blue suits with “expensive” looking fabric
3. Classic hair styles
4. Dress up rather than dress down
5. Always ask if you are not sure
6. Remember to check the dress code requirements in Beta Alpha Psi website before the event.

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For Men

Business Professional Dress

1. Matching conservative suit (solid or pinstripe) with the slacks hemmed to the top of the heel (back) of the shoe, dress shirt, tie, moderate dress shoes, full-length coat (optional).

Business Casual Dress

1. Slacks (solid or pinstripe) hemmed to the top of the heel (back) of the shoe with dress shirt (tucked in), tie, moderate dress shoes
2. Slacks (solid or pinstripe) hemmed to the top of the heel (back) of the shoe with dress shirt (tucked in) with blazer/sport jacket, tie, moderate dress shoes
3. Slacks (solid or pinstripe) hemmed to the top of the heel (back) of the shoe with dress shirt (tucked in) with sweater, tie, moderate dress shoes

Try to Avoid

1. When opting to wear a coat, avoid casual coats
2. Earrings
3. Heavy jewelry
4. Heavy cologne
5. Long hairstyles
6. Facial hair
7. Exposing arms

Some suggestions

1. Navy, black, or gray colors for suits
2. Softly contrast shirt color with tie color
3. Select subtle or simple tie patterns
4. Shoe color should be dark or blend with pants
5. Match belt color with shoe color
6. Select good quality fabrics (worsted wool is best or wool blend for suits)

 

Links

Some useful links with photo examples

http://www.stlawu.edu/career/dressforsuccess_files/frame.htmhttp://amdt.wsu.edu/research/dti/General_Guidelines.html

 

 

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