Appearance in the Workplace

Question 1

What is the basic wardrobe?

Answer 1

• the minimum collection of clothing that you cannot do without

Question 2

What influences the messages communicated by fashion?

Answer 2

• type of clothing worn
• how the clothes fit
• body language

Question 3

What do you need to know in order to send out the correct message?

Answer 3

• who you are
• what emotions you are experiencing
• how you want people to view you

Question 4

What does one want to portray through fashion?

Answer 4

• representative of the individual
• should be neat, professional and competent
• confident and ready to deliver good work

Question 5

What should one keep when creating a professional appearance in the workplace?

Answer 5

• keep your clothes neat, clean and wrinkle free
• keep your hair and nails neatly trimmed and well groomed

Question 6

What should one wear in order to create a professional appearance in the workplace?

Answer 6

• wear clothes that fit well, neither too loose or too tight
• wear neat, polished and comfortable shoes

Question 7

What should you not wear when creating a professional appearance in the workplace?

Answer 7

• limit jewelry
• clothes that may seem provocative
• clothes that may offend others

Question 8

What is a dress code?

Answer 8

• a policy specifying a set of rules that specify what type of clothes must be worn by employees
• ensures employees fit in and feel part of the company

Question 9

What percentages of styles and colours should be in one’s wardrobe?

Answer 9

• 50% in a classic style
• 70% - 80% in plain colours

Question 10

How many shirts per every bottom piece?

Answer 10

• 3-5 shirts for every bottom piece

Question 11

What should you do when planning a basic wardrobe for the workplace?

Answer 11

• analyse existing wardrobe
• organise and group clothes that match
• mixing and matching is important
• well chosen clothing should meet your needs and activities that you partake in

Question 12

What should clothes be planned around?

Answer 12

• lifestyle
• social and cultural activities
• sport
• leisure activities
• career or studies
• styles and colours that reflect personality

Question 13

What kind of clothes should be worn in summer?

Answer 13

• lightweight
• cool cottons
• linens
• pale and cool colours

Question 14

What kind of clothes should be worn in winter?

Answer 14

• heavyweight
• warm
• dark colours
• boots
• scarves