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Dressing Etiquette
Lecture 5
When to Wear a Tuxedo
When the invitation states Formal, Black Tie, Black Tie Invited or Black Tie Optional
To the opening of the opera, ballet or symphony
Ball or formal dance Formal dinner party or reception Dinner at a formal restaurant (some think:
be dressed at least as well as your waiter)
Invitation Types
If the invitation says “Black Tie” Generally accepted that “Black Tie”
requires formal attire Take advantage of this opportunity to
truly look and feel your very best in a tuxedo
Today, “Black Tie” means formal attire, not specifically to wear a black tie
Invitation Types
If the Invitation says “White Tie” or “Full Dress”
You can step into the special occasion in a traditional tailcoat. Wear a white wing collar shirt, a white vest, white tie, and black trousers accented by a formal satin stripe. Complete your outfit with patent shoes
Invitation Types
If the Invitation says “Black Tie Preferred” It indicates that the host prefers guests to
wear formal evening attire to the special occasion. Black Tuxedo. White Dinner Jacket or a dark contemporary style tuxedo are acceptable (no tailcoats).
Non formal dress suits are also acceptable but not preferred by the host
Invitation Types
If the Invitation says “Black Tie Optional” Not as strong as a statement for formal
attire as “Black Tie” or “Black Tie Preferred” yet formal dress is wholly appropriate and acceptable
Styles may include Black Tuxedo, White Dinner Jacket or dark contemporary style Tuxedo (no tailcoats).
Invitation Types
If the invitation says “Black Tie Invited” Starting to appear more frequently than
“preferred” or “optional” Usually in the context of large gatherings
of civic or business groups, such as a dinner sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce
Black Tie Invited (cont’d)
Can dress in formal attire if they would like but it is not required
Styles for these affairs are the same as for “Black Tie Optional”
Invitation Types
Semi Formal: in strict and very proper social circles, “Semi-Formal” means “Black Tie”
Otherwise, this allows any style of tuxedo or Dinner Jacket
Must have good knowledge of your local community
Good taste and common sense come into play
Semi-Formal
For example: Dinner party at a local country club:
dress more formally Dance celebrating a local college football
victory: Dress less formally If a lady wears a floor length gown, it is
appropriate for her escort to wear formal attire
Semi-Formal
If you are ever unsure about how to dress, call the host or hostess for guidance in dressing for the special occasion
Invitation Types
Clubhouse Etiquette Please wear appropriate clothing (casual
dress and shoes) at all times in the clubhouse
How to wear a Tuxedo
Buy, don’t rent for a quality garment tailored to fit you (same for a suit)
Stay traditional and avoid colourful cummerbunds (a broad sash), socks, etc.
Cummerbunds should match the fabric on the jacket
Keep it simple for the most elegant look No clip on bow ties, tie it yourself
The Right Size
The sleeves of any jacket should reach the base of the hand when the arms are straight by the side
The collar should fit closely round the back of the neck
About half an inch of shirt collar showing above the jacket
The Right Size
Shirt cuffs should show a little below the jacket sleeves
Jackets such as the dinner jacket and lounge jacket should be long enough to cover the seat of the trousers and should hang evenly all round
The bottom of the trouser leg rests on the front of the shoe and slightly longer in the back
Business Attire (Men + Women)
Conservative two-piece business suit (solid dark blue or grey is best)
Conservative long sleeved shirt/blouse (white is best, pastel is next best)
Clean, polished conservative dress shoes (black or brown)
Socks: simple and coordinate with the colour of the suit
Business Attire (Men + Women)
Light briefcase or portfolio case, traditional in either black or brown leather
Well groomed hairstyle Well brushed teeth and fresh breath, no
body odour Clean and trimmed fingernails Minimal cologne or perfume
Business Attire (Men + Women)
Minimal jewelry Empty pockets—no bulges or tinkling
coins No gum, candy, cigarettes, or other
objects in your mouth No visible body piercing (nose rings,
eyebrow rings etc) Only conservative ear piercings for
women
Personal Grooming
Hands: clean and well-maintained Nails: no longer than ½ inch beyond
finger tips, and nail polish should be applied with care
Hair: well combed and trimmed Carry mouthwash or mints Make up: moderate to enhance your
natural features not create new ones
What to wear to work
Dress professionally Better to be overdressed than
underdressed Avoid clothing that is too flamboyant or
revealing
Etiquette of the Job Interview
Be punctual Things NOT TO DO Bringing someone with you Smoking, eating or chewing gum Asking to use the phone Ignoring the receptionist’s attempts to
talk to you
Etiquette of the Job Interview
Listening to ipod or music on an mp3 player
Applying make up or brushing your hair Make sure your hands are warm and dry
and give a firm handshake Greet your interviewer by name and
continue to use the interviewers name during the interview
Preparation for Job Interview
Be prepared to answer many of the same questions over and over again
Research the company and make sure that you know the key things about the company and how to relate it to your strengths
Telus
http://about.telus.com/community/english https://telus.taleo.net/careersection/1000
0/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en http://csr.telus.com/en/areas_of_innovati
on/environment1/courage_to_innovate_env
http://csr.telus.com/en/areas_of_innovation/customers/innovate_and_enhance_customer_experience
Class Assignment
Mock Interviews Handout on a company Answer the following questions…
What can you tell me about yourself? Why do you want to work for us? Why should I hire you? How do you feel about your progress? What would you like to be doing in five years? What is your greatest strength/weakness? What goals have you set and how did you meet
them?