Why Business Casual ?

Business casual does not mean any casual. It does not mean wearing jeans even if they are nice. But it still means the shirt and tie for you to look professional. The main difference between the shirt-and- tie attire and business casual attire is that what the people will be wearing at the workplace. A person may wear a dress shirt with or without a tie, but they still need to be dressed properly and look professional.

     A person wearing casuals at workplace enters the Board of Directors office will obviously not give a positive appearance. As your appearance is lot to do with as how you look and perform at a workplace. Casual clothes should not be the same as you wear on weekends but there needs to be something more attractive to look professional.

 I think all have heard that first impression is the last impression. Casual apparel gives a professional look about you and your company, as dressing before going to a office  is quite different from going to a friend's birthday party.

To gain respect from your co-workers and from your boss,  the most important thing is to dressed properly. This is not a Myth, but a reality. If you look at yourself and realize that you are looking professional every day, you get more self confidence and more respect. when you dress in business attire it sends a sound message about the company's image  and also implies that a person is capable, trustworthy and knowledgeable.

A person should always follows some tips before dressing up for going to an office, as apparel is most important entity at a workplace.

References:

http://www.ehow.com/about_5101038_importance-professional-dress.html