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As we go to work, we never know what the day would bring – a great business deal, a report that would show that sales was just not good last month, a meeting with a new high-profile client wanting to do business with us. We can never tell what would happen in one workday. We could, however, prepare by dressing up professionally enough to handle whatever it is we will be dealing with.

Dressing up in a good business attire sure makes you feel different from when you are just wearing your regular casual clothes. The choice you make for your business apparel reflects your professionalism and credibility. It is essential to know how to dress up for business if you want to promote yourself, as well as the company you have in a positive way.

In business attire for men, it is about aiming to achieve a professional look, not needlessly about being fashionable. However, you can also dress professionally and look fashionable, which would be a good look to go for. It is all about presenting yourself in a look that would make your clients feel confident and comfortable with you. Every professional business should remember these following points as he dresses up for work:

1. Select a conservative suit in black, navy or gray that would be either solid or pinstripe. The material's quality could speak just as loudly as the color and could be the difference between looking sleazy and suave.

2. A blue dress shirt or a solid white shirt with long sleeves can offer the most polished and sleek look. Remember that the more color and pattern you would have on you, the more focus would be on your clothing, instead of on your professionalism.

3. Ties should be of silk or a fabric that is like silk. Avoid wearing ties with cartoon character designs. Go for the more subtle and simple ones to be able to enhance your credibility.

4. Socks must be calf-length or longer. Make sure that would be matching what you are wearing, as well as each other. Always check your socks if they match and for any holes before heading out the door – this could save from any embarrassment later.

5. Shoes should be clean, conservative and well-polished. Lace-up shoes would be best compared to the other kinds.

6. Belts would have to be coordinated with your shoes. The material of your belt also matters a lot.

7. Jewelry must be kept at a minimum. A conservative watch and wedding band or college ring would be enough.

8. Personal hygiene should never be neglected.

9. As for accessories like your briefcase, portfolio and pen, make sure that they would also look professional.

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Source by Bill Pratt