What Should I Wear Today?

Lugo & Associates

Dress Code Policy

Introduction

• Define Lugo & Associates Dress Code Policy

• Inspire employees to dress professionally

• Allow for comfort and creativity

• Discuss enforcement

Dress Code Policies

Our Approach

we provide guidance;

you provide judgment

The Ford Approach

“We ask our employees to use good judgment”

The UBS Approach

43-page dress code

The Basic Rule

We should always present

a professional appearance

to our clients,

coworkers,

and ourselves.

—William Lugo, CEO

You are dressing for:

1. Your clients

2. Your supervisor

3. Yourself

In other words:

Personal Issues

• Bathe and use deodorant daily

• Dress modestly

• Cover shoulders, midriffs and backs

• Avoid large logos or messages

• Wear conservative makeup, jewelry

and accessories

• Limit piercings to earlobes only (2 allowed)

• Cover tattoos, please

Never:• Sweatpants or

sweatshirts

• Athletic apparel or

shoes

• Shorts/Capris

• Cargo pants or shirts

• Flip Flops

• Denim

• Hats

Always:• Attire is appropriate for

situation

• Garments are

clean, pressed, and in good

repair

• Clothes fit properly (not

baggy or tight)

• Fabrics are opaque (not

transparent)

• Undergarments, or lack

thereof, should not be

noticeable

Business AttireFor court

appearances, IRS

meetings, corporate

clients

• Dark suit, shirt or

blouse, tie

• Polished shoes

• Good-quality

briefcase, folio, or bag

Business Casual

• Slacks, dress pants or

khakis

• Shirt with a collar

• Knit or polo shirt

• Sport-coat or jacket

optional

• No tie necessary

• Slacks, dress pants, or

khakis

• Similar-type skirt

• Cardigan, pullover or

sweater set

• Casual dress o Shirtdress

o Sweater dress

o Sleeveless, not strappy

Business Casual

Enforcement

Your supervisor is the arbiter

• Unofficial warnings

• 2 official warnings

• 3rd violationo You will be sent home to change

o You will be counted late and docked pay

• Non-compliance is grounds for termination

Ask your supervisor if you are unsure

Conclusion

10 seconds

That’s how long we take to form an opinion when

we meet someone.

What will people think of you?

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