Brothers of Leadership and Distinction

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Brothers of Leadership and Distinction

• The Importance of Etiquette

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Etiquette Defined

• Etiquette, one aspect of decorum, is a code that
  governs the expectations of social behavior,
  according to the contemporary conventional norm
  within a society, social class, or group. Usually
  unwritten, it may be codified in written form.
  Etiquette usually reflects formulas of conduct in
  which society or tradition have invested.
• Etiquette is dependent on culture what is
  excellent etiquette in one society may shock in
  another. Etiquette evolves within culture.

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Why is it Important?

• Professional dress is a life skill you can learn
  through experience and exposure.
• When you interview for a job you must know how to
  dress for success. Image means a lot in todays
  society.
• New fashion trends may be in style but not
  necessarily appropriate.
• The best way to operate is to avoid walking the
  line. If there is doubt, select something else to
  wear. Be a professional.

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Types of Dress/Attire

• White Tie
• Black Tie / Simi-Formal
• Business Professional Attire
• Business Casual
• Casual / Informal

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White Tie

• This is the most formal of evening attire. The
  gentleman wears a long black dinner jacket with
  tails. A white vest is worn over his formal
  shirt and a white bow tie is also worn. Only
  formal black shoes with a spit shine should be
  worn with this attire.

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White Tie Example
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Black Tie

• It is 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. Men
  wear tuxedos.
• Most of the formal events in America are Black
  Tie events. For a black tie event, the gentleman
  should wear the traditional black tuxedo with a
  formal white shirt and a black bow tie and
  cummerbund.

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Black Tie Cont.

• If he is wearing a shirt that has the little
  pointed collar, the points should be on the
  outside of his tie. If he is wearing a shirt
  that has a regular collar, the bow tie should be
  on the outside of his collar.
• Recently, there have been some innovations to the
  traditional look of the tuxedo attire. Bow ties
  and cummerbunds in various colors or patterns are
  often worn. Some gentlemen prefer not to wear a
  tie at all but prefer to wear a black button at
  their necks. These are interesting looks and
  acceptable for all but the most traditional
  occasions.

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Black Tie Examples
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Business Professional Attire

• Wear a two-piece, single-breasted conservative
  suit that is dark in color. Navy, black, dark
  gray or a very dark brown are safe colors. Solid
  dark colors or a very subtle pattern in wool or
  wool blend fabrics support the conservative look.
  Avoid shiny fabrics! A suit jacket should be
  lined, with sleeves that extend to the wrist
  bone.
• Pants should come as a set with the suit and long
  enough to cover the top part of the shoe. Pants
  may be straight leg or cuffed.
• Ties should be made of silk or silk-like fabric
  with little or no pattern design. Select dark
  colors that blend with the suit and shirt. The
  color and pattern should not shout, Hey, look at
  me!
• Ties complement the suit and supply the polish
  that brings a professional look together.

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Business Professional Attire Cont.

• Long-sleeved shirts should be worn even in
  summer. Collars should be clean, buttoned and not
  frayed. Shirt fabric should be cotton or cotton
  blend and crisply ironed. White, light blue solid
  or other soft colors may be worn. Small
  conservative stripes are appropriate. The shirt
  pattern and color should not overpower the
  professional look you are trying to create. If a
  white dress shirt is worn, a white silk or cotton
  undershirt with short sleeves should be worn
  underneath the shirt and tucked into the pants.
• Jeans, tennis shoes, and other casual attire are
  unacceptable attire for the Business
  Professional.
• Shoes should be polished and without holes in the
  soles. A leather lace-up or slip-on business shoe
  that is black or cordovan (mahogany) in color is
  a good investment. Styles such as Birkenstocks,
  penny loafers, hunting boots, flip flops and
  athletic shoes are not appropriate for business
  attire events.

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Business Professional Attire Cont.

• Socks should match your suit, not your shirt!
  Wear dark, solid colored socks that are mid-calf
  length. Sock fabric selection is individual, but
  a light-weight cotton blend, wool or silk fabric
  may be more comfortable in business shoes. White
  socks or athletic socks are not appropriate with
  business attire.
• A belt should be black or cordovan leather and
  blend with your suit and shoes.
• Wear a conservative watch and remove earrings or
  other visible body piercing. A wedding ring or
  class ring may be worn.
• Limit pocket contents to your wallet, keys,
  business cards, writing pen. Please do not stuff
  your hands in your pocket and jingle your change!

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Business Professional Attire Examples
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Non-Examples
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Business Casual Attire

• Usually means no jeans or shorts.
• After you have accepted the job offer, you may be
  working in an environment where business casual
  or just plain casual is appropriate workplace
  attire. If you're not sure what you should wear,
  ask. There is no better way to make a bad
  impression than to show up for your first day of
  work standing out like a sore thumb because
  you're not dressed correctly.

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Business Casual Attire Cont.

• Khaki, gabardine or cotton pants, neatly pressed
• Cotton long-sleeved button-down shirts, pressed,
  polo shirts or knit shirts with a collar
• Sweaters
• Leather shoes and belt
• Tie optional

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Business Casual Attire Examples
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Casual / Informal Attire

• Generally means anything goes.
• Can mean the same as casual. However, when
  associated with a wedding or other special event,
  some form of decorum and good taste should
  prevail. A dress for her or a nice pair of slacks
  and shirt for him are informal, but respectful of
  the event.

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• Questions Comments???

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Quiz Part I

1. Give the names of three of the major
   classifications of attire.
2. What is the difference between White-tie and
   Black-tie Attire?
3. What type of attire would be appropriate for a
   job interview?
4. What type(s) of attire would be appropriate for a
   wedding?

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Quiz Part II

1. What type of attire would you wear to a Saturday
   training?
2. Which item does not belong in the same outfit?
   (White Polo, Khaki pants, black belt, tan socks,
   and brown loafers).
3. If there is a doubt about if your attire is
   appropriate you should wear it any way. True or
   False
4. Define Etiquette.
5. Name two things you learned?