| How to look casual and credible | | | | tops may be warranted by the heat. However tanks, |
| The lazy days of summer are here at last and with | | | | cropped tops, backless and halters are not. |
| them, out-door activities such as picnics and | | | | Appropriate styles for men include quality t-shirts and |
| barbeques. For many of us these activities provide an | | | | polo's. |
| opportunity to wear casual, comfortable clothing such | | | | Lightweight fabrics are cool - sheer is not... Always be |
| as shorts and t-shirts. Although these items can work | | | | aware of what is showing under the clothing. |
| well for casual gatherings, expectations for the | | | | Fabric can dramatically alter the look of a garment |
| company picnic may require a little more thought. | | | | making it appear casual, professional, sexy or dressy. |
| Sexy & frumpy have no place in the workplace. | | | | When choosing fabrics consider how credible you |
| They also have no place at business gatherings, even | | | | appear. |
| at the park. When dressing for work or any work | | | | Watch what you say! Advertising and novelty slogans |
| related activity it's important to appear credible. | | | | on clothing can say a lot about you and your |
| Consider style, fabric and appropriateness. | | | | personality. The wrong logo or slogan speaks louder |
| How casual is too casual? Just because it's | | | | than words and may damage your company's |
| comfortable it doesn't mean it's suitable. Consider the | | | | reputation and yours. Your company's logo proudly |
| condition of the garment as well. Well-worn, wrinkled, | | | | displayed advertises the company and you as its |
| stained or dirty clothing appears sloppy and reflects | | | | representative. |
| on your personality. | | | | Choose clothing that fits. Clothing that is too small will |
| Although shorts may be appropriate for the occasion, | | | | emphasize your body shape, diminishing your |
| it's important to recognise that not all shorts are | | | | credibility; Clothing that is too big adds bulk and |
| created equal. Cut-offs and short-shorts may be | | | | makes the wearer look frumpy. Well fitted clothing |
| worn for socializing with friends, but not business | | | | looks more expensive and well put together. |
| acquaintances. Opt for walking shorts, Bermudas or | | | | To 'dress for success' at the company picnic, |
| Capri's instead. | | | | credibility is the key. |
| More skin - less credibility. For women, sleeveless | | | | |