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á It is the process of making yourself look neat and
attractive
á The things which you do to make yourself and your
appearance tidy and pleasant
lothes and manners do not make the man; but, when he
is made, they greatly improve his appearance
á Whether this is real or imaginary the most important
fact is that your appearance influences the opinions of
everyone around you
á Your Professionalism, intelligence and the trust people
form in you is mainly due to your appearance
mome of the perceptions people can form solely from
your appearance are:
á Your professionalism
á Your level of sophistication
á Your intelligence
á Your credibility
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á It is your crowning glory
á Keep it at a length and style at which you can maintain &
manage it
á If you cant manage them - keep them short
á Wash your hair at least once a week
á ot fall over the ears, eyebrows or even touch the back of
the collar
á Always present a neat appearance
á Facial hair should be neatly trimmed (moustache,
sideburns), beards are not recommended
á Tie your hair in a neat hairstyle with hair pulled back
from face
á Hair if longer than jaw line should be tied into a bun
á mhould be well groomed with a neat appearance at all
times
á Hair holding devices should be plain and of natural
colours
á o combing in public - very unprofessional - use
washrooms
á lip nails short, along their shape, file them
á A healthy body ensures healthy nails ± maintain them
á Brittle or discoloured nails show up deficiencies or disease
conditions
á o nail art please
á Brush teeth twice a day
á Remember to rinse your mouth after every meal
á Use a toothpick if required but not in public
á For those who smoke it is important you rinse your mouth
after every smoke and use a mouth freshner
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á A neat clean and well ironed attire is acceptable and
appreciated by one and all at all times
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á Two or three button suit
á ollared dress shirt - should be plain,
with fine stripes or with fine checks, if shirt
is striped pant should be plain and vice versa
but not both
á Tie - simple, not fancy
á Tailored to fit him properly
á o sports shoes, slip-ons on formal wear.
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á A two or three button jacket with an exact matching skirt
that is no shorter than just above the knee or a trouser
á A solid black, navy or charcoal gray; muted pinstripe in
gray or navy
á Tailored to fit Body type.
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á Ôakeup should be natural looking
á ail polish and lip color should not be too trendy or
bright
á Use and carry a Perfume or deo of Ôild fragrance
á mtay away from extremely dark, bright reds and
fluorescent colors.
á Ôen should limit accessories / jewellery to 3 pieces
á Accessories include watch, ring, handkerchief.
á hain around neck if worn should not be visible.
á A dress watch should be worn, avoid athletic styles
á Avoid bracelets, necklaces, and visible piercing
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á ewellery should be keep minimal and conservative
á ewellery should be tasteful and simple: only 1earring per
ear, no dangly earrings
á Remove all facial piercing except earrings
á The 5 Piece Rule: Wear only 5 accessories - earrings count
as 2; watch counts as 3, allowing 2 additional accessories
á Handbags or briefcases may be carried, but not both at the
same time!
á ÷aced up Oxford mtyled shoes are the most appropriate
á hoose black, brown or burgundy shoes, should match
your trousers or be of a darker color.
á mhoes should be in good condition, well polished.
á mocks should match the color of your suit and cover your
calves (mhould be washed daily)
á Belts should be in good condition and match the color of
your shoes
á mhoes should be omfortable.
á ro not wear shoes with open toes, open heel, or ankle
straps.
á mhoes should be of good quality leather, polished.
á mhoe color should be darker than your trouser - Black,
navy or dark brown.
á Heels should be 1-2 inches; higher heels should be saved
for after hours.
á omfortable enough to walk in.
á A neat and clean attire at all times
á Fresh look
á Hair neatly tied up
á o Bad breadth
á lean and washed socks with polished shoes
á Well manicured hands
á Usage of a mild deodorant
