It seems generational differences in attitudes related to proper office attire sometimes causes concern for employers in the workplace. As you go into another summer or possibly into a fulltime job as an FHS graduate, you might want to heed the following advice from Monster.com and Career Services at UT-Arlington.Luckily for you, the button down, oxford cloth shirt and khaki pants have gone the way of the dinosaur. Many organizations have relaxed their dress code for business casual attire to include capri length pants and leather sandals, but if you think the rubber flip flop and cut off jeans are still considered appropriate, you are in for a surprise. If you want to put yourself in the most positive light and get ahead of fellow classmates who are also seeking employment, you want to use good taste with your clothing choices.
Now let's get to what is considered professional attire in the workforce. According to the Career Services Department at the University of Texas-Arlington, it means a skirt or pants and a nicely pressed shirt, minimal jewelry and (believe it or not) closed-toed shoes for women. For men think about pressed slacks and shirt and dress shoes with black socks.
Once you have been offered employment and proved yourself responsible and professional, only then think about relaxing your dress as you take cues from your colleagues in the workplace as well as your employer.
Good luck in your job hunt! I hope you find a job doing something you totally love.
