Now that we are in full swing of the hot summer months what we wear to work can sometime be a bit challenging. Many employers allow staff members to dress business causal at least one day each week. The heat causes most of us to wear fewer clothes and that’s perfectly fine--- to an extent. It’s important to keep in mind this is still the office and your choice of clothing can dictate how seriously you are taken. So the question I hear most is “What is proper summer office attire”?
Choose your wardrobe carefully. When you get dressed in the morning consider a few key points. What type of image do you want to portray? Do you have any contact with clients? What does this outfit say about my professionalism and credibility? It’s also important that you think carefully about the industry and the environment in which you work. Job positions in the arts and entertainment might be a bit more relaxed and have wiggle room for creativity. Whereas in the financial sector; guidelines might dictate a more strict code of standard.
My overall advice is regardless of what you choose to wear it’s best to at least LOOK like you put a bit of effort into your wardrobe selection. This will say that you care about the way you are presented.
There is a distinct difference between outerwear and innerwear. When you look in the mirror if you see a great picnic or beach outfit staring back at you then it’s more than likely the wrong choice for work.
Women should avoid wearing the following:
Halter tops
Bare midriffs
Tube tops or dresses
Plunging necklines
Short, short skirts
Can you say TMI? All of these outfits listed above show just way too much skin which is inappropriate for the workplace. You don’t want to make others, men and women alike, feel uncomfortable. Your wardrobe is not supposed to be a distraction. Tank tops could be acceptable however it’s best layer it with another top or blouse.
Sunburned Shoulders
Although your skin might be uncomfortable and it surely a natural thing but folks don’t want to see you peeling flaking all over the place. It’s rather unsightly. Just slather on the moisturizer and wear light breathable fabric such as 100% cotton or linen.
Men should avoid wearing the following:
Improper message T-shirts
Shorts
Undershirt showing
Shirt un-tucked (unless it has a short edge bottom or side vents then it’s okay).
Sandals (this just says sloppy when it comes to work).
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