What To Wear Dress Code It s time to put away the t-shirts and jeans and time to invest in your professional wardrobe. Traditional, polished and well-groomed looks are IN while personal expression is OUT (well in the work place anyway). Take this time to read what is expected of you and your wardrobe. Even though it may seem overwhelming, please know this will teach you how important your attire is when it comes to your future career.
Keywords: Starch, Crisp NO BLACK Gentlemen, welcome to the opportunity to wear a jacket and tie everyday. You ve joined the ranks of your fathers and grandfathers before you. The following pieces will not only enhance your professionalism, but will also make you credible in the eyes of the membership and your co-workers. City Club Men s Suits, Ties, Shirts Shoes 1. Suits* Best Option: Two button, navy blazer with single vent with dark grey slacks. Pants must have a pleated front and cuffed 2 nd Best Option: Navy or dark grey suit What NOT to Wear: Black suit, three piece suit or double breasted jacket 2. Ties Best Options: Conservative, business style bold/primary colors What NOT to Wear: Monochromatic, or bow ties 3. Shirts* Only Option: White, long sleeve, button down pinpoint Oxford shirts (Ironed + Starched) What NOT to Wear: V-necks or short sleeves. Colors not listed above or stripes 4. Shoes Best Option: Black leather, polished, wing tipped and leather sole 2 nd Best Option: Black leather business shoe and leather sole What NOT to Wear: European styles and Penny Loafers. Any color other than black. 5. Socks Only Option: Match the sock color to your pant color. Dress socks. What NOT to Wear: White socks! Ankle socks! Athletic socks! 6. Miscellaneous Wear a Watch! Cuff-links are not needed. MUST wear a black belt. The color has to match your shoes. * Dry Cleaning Paid for by the Club 3
Black Suits Socks 4
City Club GROVE Men s Appearance Keywords: CLEAN SHAVEN Learn to love the gel and razor every morning! Gentlemen it is time to find a quality razor and come to terms with the fact that you will have to shave every morning. You might even have to shave twice a day if your 5 o clock shadow is scary. Mustaches and beards are unacceptable either. Hairstyles should reflect that of John Hamm or Prince William and not Weird Al Yankovich or Johnny Depp. All facial piercings must come out. If you have a tattoo it needs to be covered at all times either with long sleeve shirts, turtle necks or flesh colored band-aids. 7
City Club Women s Suits, Shirts Shoes Keywords: Simple, Solids, Structure And NO Black Ladies, the work place is about blending in, and that means a few things: ONE. private clubs are sticklers for tradition, so this means no pant suits. TWO. skirts needs pantyhose! THREE. tight fitting, revealing garments are inappropriate. 1. Suits* 2. Shirts* 3. Shoes 4. Pantyhose Best Option: Navy blazer with dark grey A-line skirt 2 nd Best Option: Navy or dark grey skirt suit What NOT to Wear: Skirts that are two inches or higher above your knee. Suits that have prints. ¾ sleeve jackets. A dress with a matching jacket. Patterned skirts. Only Option: Long sleeve, white collared button down shirt (Ironed + Starched) Wear a white tank top underneath every time! What NOT to Wear: V-necks, short sleeves. Colors not listed above. Best Option: Comfortable, closed toe, navy or black leather flats Make sure they are slip resistant! 2 nd Best Option: Same as above, but with a small heel. What NOT to Wear: Colors not listed above. High heels, peep toe, strap backs or back-less, patterns, shoes with accessories Only Option: Nude pantyhose What NOT to Wear: Bare Legs! Black pantyhose or fishnets 5. Miscellaneous MUST wear a watch! BLACK SUITS 8 * Dry Cleaning Paid for by the Club
Mandatory undershirt/tank top Black Suits Hose 9
City Club GROVE Women s Appearance Keywords: Less Is More Let loose outside of work! Say Yes To: Hairstyles: Make-Up: Jewelry: Please no blue/ green/ bleached/ dye jobs When working with food = Hair pulled back if below the chin Hair Accessories = Bobby pins, black/brown hair ties, and black/brown If you have a tattoo it needs to be covered at all times either with long sleeve shirts, turtle necks or flesh colored band-aids. Please no bright shades on the lips/ cheeks/ eyes Nail polish needs to be clear or nothing at all NO Glitter Earrings: Studs or hoops less than a dime in diameter. Only one earring per ear in the lobe Necklaces: Simple. Think of a strand of pearls or a simple chain with one charm Rings: Not allowed when working with food. 12