1. How to dress well
By Scott Ayabulela Rululu (Gentleman Forever)

2. Have Good Hygiene
• Be as clean as possible. Bad hygiene can ruin the world's best outfit. It's
absolutely crucial for you take time to have a clean and fresh body before
you walk into an interview, or your potential employers will think you're
sloppy and careless. Always shower the day of your interview. Even if
you're busy before the interview, take the time to wash your hair and body
as close to the time of the interview as you can. Not only will your skin look
clean and fresh, but you'll feel better because you'll be more refreshed.
• Wash your hands right before the interview. It's likely that the first thing
you'll do when you walk into the interview is shake hands, so it's important
that your hands are clean, smell nice, and aren't sticky or just plain dirty.

3. Smell nice and subtle.
• Smell nice and subtle. Part of good hygiene is smelling great when
you walk into your interview. It's important to smell clean and fresh
while not overwhelming your potential employer. Men should avoid
heavy cologne or aftershave. Just a light touch will do.
• Women can wear a bit of perfume or scented lotion, but should avoid
wearing anything with an overpowering smell. Try not to put on
perfume right before the interview, or it may smell too strong.
• Walk into the interview with fresh breath. Avoid sucking on a mint or
chewing gum during the interview.

4. Be Well-Groomed
• Pay attention to your hair. It's important to show up with clean, well-
brushed hair so you look as put-together as possible. Your hair should
be dry and you should avoid any excessive hair products. Have a fresh
haircut. If your hair is too long or limp-looking, you may appear
sloppy or unprofessional. Men should shave off all facial hair.
• Have a subtle 'do. Men should avoid spiking their hair or gelling it in a
distracting manner, and women should avoid loud hair-clips or other
hair accessories and wear their hair down.
• Before your interview, check your shoulders for dandruff, especially if
you're wearing a dark colour.

5. Have clean nails
• Have clean nails. Your employers will notice your hands as soon as
you give them that first handshake, so you should have job-ready
fingernails at all times. The way you take care of your nails can show
your employers whether or not you pay keen attention to detail.
Check under your fingernails to avoid dirt.
• Women should manicure their nails. They can be clear or a subtle
shade of pink, but loud colours should be avoided.
• Men should trim their nails so they have nice, even edges.

6. Dress Appropriately for the Work Culture
• Dress for a professional environment. If you're interviewing for a career in a
professional environment, such as business, finance, or anything in a traditional
office, it's important to look professional so your employers can see you fitting in
with the people in their company. If you show up dressed too casually for the
part, you will stick out like a sore thumb and will look like you're sloppy or don't
know how to follow directions. Here are some tips: For men, professional attire
includes a dark-coloured suit, long-sleeved shirt, formal shoes, and a briefcase.
• For women, professional attire includes a suit, a suit with skirt and pantyhose,
and conservative shoes.
• Remember to know how the people at the company dress--and then kick it up a
notch. It's better to look overdressed than under-dressed.
• If you're really unsure about how to dress, ask the person scheduling the
interview.

7. Dress for a business casual environment
• Dress for a business casual environment. Business casual is defined as
being in between professional and casual dress, and it's important to know
which jobs require business casual dress. Jobs that include working in a site
that requires special equipment or that is dirty tend to accept business
casual dress. They jobs include work in a laboratory, construction site, or
lawn care. Here are some tips for dressing for a business casual
environment: For men, cotton or khaki pants and cotton long-sleeved shirts
or sweaters are appropriate.
• For women, corduroy or khaki pants or skirts, sweaters, and cardigans are
appropriate.
• If you're unsure about whether to dress business casual or professional, err
on the side of caution and dress professionally.

8. Dress for a casual environment
• Dress for a casual environment. Some work environments, such as
those at a start-up, have more casual dress. You can check the
environment by looking at the type of company, or even checking the
company's website. If you wear a full suit to an interview at a casual
company, you will look stodgy and too stuffy to fit in. Here are some
tips: For men, a clean and simple pair of khakis and a nice button-
down short sleeved shirt will work.
• For women, a nice top and simple skirt will do.
• Even if the company dress is casual, you can opt for business casual so
you don't look like you're too relaxed for the interview.

9. For Men
• Have the right top. To give the right impression, men should have a clean,
simple, well-ironed top. Having a top that fits well over the shoulders, is
long enough in the sleeves and torso, and is free of stains or wrinkles is the
key to success. For a professional environment, wear a solid colour suit top,
long-sleeved shirt, and matching tie. Avoid a tie that is too goofy or loud
and pick a subtle, simple colour, or a quiet pattern.
• For a business casual environment, try a khaki top, a sweater, or a well-
ironed, short sleeved button-down shirt. Your tie should still be
professional, but you can pick a more fun colour or pattern.
• For a casual environment, a well-fitting cotton shirt will do, but don't wear
your favorited t-shirt.
• Avoid necklaces or jewellery for any environment. This will make you look
too flashy.

10. Have the right pair of pants
• Have the right pair of pants. The right pair of pants can go a long way
in showing that you will be competent in the work force. Here are
some tips: For a professional or business casual environment, your
pants should match your suit top or sweater.
• Make sure your pants are well-ironed and are the right length and
size. Your ankles should not peek out under your pants.
• Avoid wearing jeans, even if you're dressing for a casual work
environment. You can wear jeans when you're actually hired.
• Avoid shorts at all costs. You'll look like you're on vacation instead of a
job interview.