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F. David Fowler Career Center

INDUSTRY LOOKBOOK

Table of Contents

❏ General Tips……………………………………………………………………………………….3❏ Business Professional Guide By The Industry…………………………………………............... .4-17❏ Business Casual…………………………………………………………………………………...18-22❏ Accessories………………………………………………………………………………………...23

❏ Men’s Shoes………………………………………………………………………………....24❏ Men’s Watches……………………………………………………………………................ 25-26❏ Women’s Shoes & Hosiery………………………………………………………………....27❏ Women’s Jewelry………………………………………………………………….................28-29❏ Bags………………………………………………………………………………………….30-31

General TipsMEN

❏ Make sure your suit fits (Tailored) and is

well-pressed. Shirt should always be tucked in.❏ Avoid loud shirts and ties❏ NO double breasted suits❏ Avoid pinstripes❏ NO Cufflinks ❏ Only white simply folded pocket squares❏ Polished and clean shoes ❏ Tie bar should be conservative in shape and color❏ It is not a MUST that you “match your leathers” -

Belt + Shoes + Watch Strap; however it is more preferable that your shoes match your belt

WOMEN

❏ Make sure your suit fits (Tailored) and is

well-pressed❏ Avoid loud shirts or brightly patterned dresses❏ Wear hosiery when wearing a dress or skirt❏ NO ultra high heels (above 3”)❏ NO Boots (it doesn’t matter if it is heavy rain or a blizzard

- carry your shoes in your bag and change upon arrival)❏ Clean shoes

❏ Jewelry should be appropriate for the event you are attending. Less is more!

❏ Hair styles should be professional and conservative

❏ DON’T wear jeans unless someone tells you to wear them!❏ NO: shorts, flip flops or sneakers

BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL

Accounting | Consulting | Finance | Business Economics & Public Policy

Men’s Business Professional

Full Suit (matching):❏ Navy Blue, Charcoal Grey

Shirts & Ties:❏ Solid colored shirts (Blue or White)❏ Solid colored ties, Patterned ties (Blue or Darker Red)

Shoes:❏ Dress shoes are necessary!

❏ Oxford, Monk, Wingtip, Derby❏ Black with dark color suits❏ Brown with navy suits

Socks:❏ Should match color of your shoes

TIP:❏ Air on the conservative side

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Women’s Business ProfessionalPant Suit/Skirt Suit (matching):❏ Navy Blue, Charcoal Grey, Black❏ Skirt should be knee-length❏ Shirts should be solid colored (white or neutral) and always tucked-in (blouse, button-down, camisoles)

Dress & Blazer:❏ Blazer should be a solid color (does not have to match the dress)❏ Dress should be a solid color (best to stick to neutral colors)❏ Dress can have a slight print, but should not be geometric or plaid patterned (but again, nothing too distracting)❏ Dress should be knee-length

Hosiery/Tights:❏ Wear with skirts or dresses❏ Should be sheer vs opaque (neutral or black - no patterns/designs)

Shoes:❏ Dress flats or heels between 1” - 3” - no ultra high heels or open toe shoes ❏ Colors: Black, Brown, Navy

TIP:❏ Should I or shouldn’t I wear hosiery? Based on our findings, employers tend to be more relaxed at Career Fairs and Information sessions but for

interviews they want to see a professional candidate. Wear them to the interview and once you land the position you can follow the office dress code policy.

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Women’s Business Professional


Business Analytics | Information Systems and Technology Management

Business Professional❏ Business Analytics, Information Systems and Technology Management (IT) are typically departments within

small to large companies across varying industries. As well, you will find some companies whose only product offerings are either IT solutions, business or data analytics. Based on this, you should follow the guide based on the industry of the company you are applying for the position.

Example 1: An IT position at a Financial Services firm will follow the Accounting | Consulting | Finance guide

Example 2: A data analytics position at an advertising agency would follow the Marketing guide

TIP:❏ Do your research prior to the interview!

❏ Network with alumni or other professionals that work at that particular company. ❏ Speak to recruiters at information sessions or the career fair and pose the question about

appropriate dress attire for interviews (Example: Based on my research I have seen varying information from full business suits to business suits with a shirt but that a tie is not required).

❏ Let the recruiter or hiring manager know what you are planning on wearing and ask if this is appropriate for the interview.

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Marketing | Advertising | PR | Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Sport, Event and Hospitality Management


Full Suit (matching):❏ Black, Blue, Grey (emphasis on neutral colored suit)

Shirts & Ties:❏ Solid colored shirts❏ Patterned shirts → Stripes and checkers are good! Floral or loud patterns are not professional.❏ Solid colored ties, Patterned ties (Ties are the best way to add “WOW” to your outfit!)

Shoes:❏ Dress shoes are necessary! (Sperry’s/boat shoes do not count)

❏ Oxford, Monk, Wingtip, Derby❏ Black with dark color suits❏ Brown with navy suits

TIP:❏ Pops of color are encouraged, you want to show a hint of your personality! But remember, your

outfit should not distract from your talking points.

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Women’s Business ProfessionalPant Suit/Skirt Suit (matching):❏ Blue, Grey, Black (emphasis on neutral colored suit)❏ Skirt should be knee-length❏ Shirts can be solid colored or patterned (nothing too distracting)

Dress & Blazer:❏ Blazer should be a solid color (does not have to match the dress)❏ Dress can be colorful, but not too vibrant and distracting (best to stick to neutral colors)❏ Dress can have a print, but should not be geometric or plaid patterned (but again, nothing too distracting)❏ Dress should be knee-length

Hosiery/Tights:❏ Wear with skirts or dresses❏ Should be sheer vs opaque (neutral or black - no patterns/designs)

Shoes:❏ Dress flats or heels between 1” - 3” - no ultra high heels or open toe shoes ❏ Colors: Black, Brown, Blue, Grey, nude, or pop of color as long as it's appropriate and not distracting

TIP:❏ Should I or shouldn’t I wear hosiery? Based on our findings, employers tend to be more relaxed at Career Fairs and Information sessions but for

interviews they want to see a professional candidate. Wear them to the interview and once you land the position you can follow the office dress code policy.

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Women’s Business Professional

DRESS WITH A BLAZERNo Geometric or

Plaid Patterned Dress

BUSINESS CASUAL[def-uh-nish-uh n]

� Business Casual should be something that

you would feel comfortable wearing if

you were called in to have an emergency

meeting with the CEO of your company

� Business Casual is a more relaxed, but

still polished and professional look

� Can be worn to an impromptu client

meeting

Men’s Business CasualCombo #1: Blazer, dress shirt, pants, tie (optional) ❏ Networking Reception ❏ Informational Interviews ❏ Formal events

Combo #2: Dress shirt, pants, tie (optional) - acceptable depending on the event ❏ Networking Reception ❏ Alumni Events❏ Casual events

Combo #3: Dress shirt, sweater, pants, tie (optional) - acceptable depending on the event

TIPS for all combos:❏ Blazer: dark colors or neutral color❏ Shirt: solid or patterned ❏ Pants: solid or dull colored dress slacks: blue, khaki, grays, dull greens❏ Ties: solid colored or patterned❏ Dress shoes (NO Flip Flops or Sneakers)

❏ Lace up, monk straps, loafers (Sperry’s/boat shoes do not count) ❏ Black, brown, grey

❏ NO JEANS! (Unless an employer specifically tells you that you can wear them or you are hired)

Men’s Business Casual

Women’s Business CasualCombo #1: Blazer, shirt/blouse, pants❏ Networking Reception ❏ Informational Interviews ❏ Formal events

Combo #2: Dress, blazer/cardigan (optional) - acceptable depending on the event ❏ Networking Reception ❏ Alumni Events❏ Casual events

Combo #3: Blouse/sweater/cardigan & pants/skirt acceptable depending on the event

Tips for all combos:❏ Blazer: dark colors, colored, or patterned❏ Dress: solid colored, pattered ❏ Shirt/Blouse/Top: solid or patterned ❏ Pants: solid or dull colored pants (blue, khaki, grays, dull greens)❏ Dress shoes: dress flats or short heels (NO Flip Flops or Sneakers)

❏ Black, nude, colored❏ NO JEANS! (Unless an employer specifically tells you that you can wear them or you are hired)

Women’s Business Casual

ACCESSORIES

Men’s Shoes & Accessories

Size: 36mm – 46mmRim: Silver or Gold

Face: Black, Blue or WhiteBand: Leather or Silver

NO Diamonds!!!

Men’s Watches

Width:❏ Larger watches can really get in the way of not only casually glancing at your watch, but can also lead to a

visibly big “bump” on your wrist when your shirt cuff is exposed

Size:❏ Stick to a 36mm to 46mm

Face:❏ Black, Blue, White❏ Simple design❏ Rule of thumb, if the face extends to beyond the width of your wrist, it is too big for you

Band: ❏ A leather strap is preferred as it works well through the entire range of professional wear (business to

casual) but silver watches are also acceptable

NO: Colored, animal print or patterned tights/hosiery

XWomen’s Shoes & Hosiery

Women’s Jewelry

Earrings:❏ Small to medium size studs. Pearls are always classic.❏ Small hoops (NO large hoop earrings)❏ You can wear earrings that dangle (small) as long as they do not draw attention away from you

Necklaces:❏ Small, thin necklace, small pendant necklace or thin chain.❏ Pearl necklace❏ NO super large necklace with brightly colored stones (too distracting - you want all eyes on you!)

Bracelet:❏ Single bracelet. Silver, Gold, Pearls.

Rings:❏ If you wear a ring, you should only wear one ring and it should be a simple ring (nothing oversized)

Watch: ❏ A professional watch appropriate in size to fit your wrist (leave your oversized face watches at home)❏ Rim: Silver or Gold❏ Face: Silver, White, Gold❏ Band: Leather, Silver, Gold

Women’s Jewelry

NO: jewelry that will draws the interviewer’s attention away from you

Bags (Men)

Bags (Women)

Many women like totes of some sort. Totes allow you to carry all of your personal effects as well as shoes, laptop, extra clothing (for the gym), etc.❏ A structured tote that will stand up when you set it on the floor is

preferable to one that flops over (and potentially spills its contents)❏ Tote color should coordinate with your overall attire; it does not have

to match your shoes, but should not clash in style and color❏ Avoid purses that look like beach/pool totes or have bold prints❏ No logo-covered handbag

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