I am writing about dressing as an intern only because at my internship I see so many interns inappropriately dressed and thought it would be a good read for those of you interning right now. Dress for the job you want not the job you have. How you choose to dress each morning reflects how you feel about your job and that you take your position seriously, that you are ready to work and
that you pay attention to detail and know what you expect to encounter
that day. You wouldn’t go to a construction site in your favorite
four inch stilettos, right? Of course not, you’d go in a hard hat,
because it’s appropriate for the situation. Appearances matter! I am only writing this because I see this all too much and the interns aren't the only one breaking the dress code. Here's a list of helpful pointers of what not to wear to work. Enjoy!
1. Uggs - They are comfortable but they look like slippers for pajamas. If it looks like something you go to sleep in leave it at home.
2. Sweatshirts and sweatpants - Again, it is just not professional same thing goes for basketball shorts!
3. Spandex leggings/yoga pants - Please save these for Pilates class its just not appropriate to wear at work not even as a layer underneath a skirt and defiantly not alone by itself.
4. Message Tees - It may be cute or funny or so totally true to you, but you never know
how other people are going to react. You might be an Italian Princess
or The World’s Greatest Mom, but those honorable titles are best kept
for your weekend wear.
6. Too much make-up/no make-up - Too much make-up and you look like a clown, it's distracting! a little make-up goes a long way.
7. What you wore yesterday - Most intern don't make a whole lot of money but you should be able to rotate more than 1 day.
8. Hats - It looks like your hiding your face and you can't be trusted, please abstain from wearing at work.
9. Long finger nails - It looks unkempt and sends the wrong message of poor hygiene.
10. Wrinkled/torn clothing - If you don't own an iron i highly encourage you to go out and get one. Wearing wrinkled clothes can make you look frumpy. Same with ripped or torn jeans (even if they were expensive).
Talya,
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with this list and thing it is great that you published it. I have found that women are often violators of this list because we have so many wardrobe possibilities. I agree with the makeup and nail comments as well, because it really shows how much an individual cares. It's never good to look like you just rolled out of bed.
Hi Talya, I totally agree with dressing for the job you want, rather than the one you have. My office is a very casual office, so I struggle with dressing nicer than the President of the company everyday, and dressing comfortably. The happy medium I’ve found is a nice top, with jeans and flats. I rarely do my hair (because I am lucky enough to have hair that allows this to look ok) and usually do my makeup. This way, I typically look nicer than I have to, but I don’t look like I am trying too hard, or not fitting in to the laid back vibe they have in the office. That being said, I never wear tank tops, shorts shorter than my knee, or show my tattoo.
ReplyDeleteHi Talya,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing this post with the class. I definitely agree with you that one should dress for the job they want, not the one they have. Additionally, the way one dresses does reflect on their performances and the way they get viewed by others.
My supervisor and coworkers complimented on my professionalism and how I dressed very appropriately for my internship. They were pleased with how I presented myself. It is crucial to dress appropriately for work and other professional occasions. Thus, I am glad that dressed accordingly as it carried a good impression.
-Denise