A Guide to the 4 Realms of Business Wear

By Wendy Enelow, President of Career Masters Institute - http://www.cminstitute.com

1. Tailored, conservative realm (suits). This type of dress is most appropriate for positions in finance, banking, investment, law, real estate, hospitality, insurance, politics and corporate management.

2. Corporate casual realm (khaki pants, polo shorts, sweaters and slacks). This type of dress is most appropriate for positions in mid-management, administration, education, health care, technology and journalism.

3. Hip, creative realm (high-fashioned, trendy attire). This type of dress is most appropriate for positions in publishing, advertising, graphic arts, media, music, fashion and some retail operations.

4. No-code realm (uniforms and/or outdoor wear). This type of dress is most appropriate for positions in food service, construction, trades, transportation and other related professions.