{"id":7429,"date":"2021-07-23T20:32:23","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T20:32:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/?page_id=7429"},"modified":"2025-08-14T18:04:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T18:04:26","slug":"professional-image","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/professional-image\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional Image"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1446198786982{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 41px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h5>Tips on self-presentation<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_inner section\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Your professional image is a key part of your personal brand. It also reflects on the Rotman community. Here\u2019s how to look sharp and make a good first impression.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>In this section<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#dress\">Dress codes for events and interviews<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#wear\">What to wear<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#wardrobe\">Building your business wardrobe<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html]JTNDYSUyMGlkJTNEJTIyZHJlc3MlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZhJTNF[\/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>Dress codes for events and interviews<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]While at Rotman, you\u2019ll have frequent opportunities to meet with potential employers, engage with fellow students and alumni from a wide range of degree programs, and discuss ideas and questions with faculty. For all of these interactions, it\u2019s important to dress professionally and be well groomed.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>Employer events<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]At employer events such as industry panels, information sessions and small group meetings, the dress code ranges from business casual to formal business attire, depending on the event type and industry. The dress code is often noted in the event invitation; if it isn&#8217;t, check with Career Services.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>Interviews and employer information sessions<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]We strongly encourage formal business attire for your Rotman interviews and employer information sessions, unless otherwise stated. A well-fitting dark suit is always an appropriate choice.[\/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html]JTNDYSUyMGlkJTNEJTIyd2VhciUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmElM0U=[\/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>What to wear<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>Business casual attire<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Masculine looks: dress pants and button-up shirt; a tie and blazer are optional.<\/li>\n<li>Feminine looks: dress pants or knee-length skirt, blouse; a jacket is optional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>Formal business attire<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Masculine looks: dark suit, light dress shirt, tie, dress socks, dress shoes<\/li>\n<li>Feminine looks: dark suit with pants or knee-length skirt, blouse, closed-toe flat or low-heeled dress shoes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html]JTNDYSUyMGlkJTNEJTIyd2FyZHJvYmUlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZhJTNF[\/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>Building your business wardrobe<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re new to business attire, which garments are the best investment? Here\u2019s how to start building your professional wardrobe.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>What to buy first<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dark suit: <\/strong>The core of any business wardrobe is a well-tailored, well-fitting black or navy blue wool or wool-blend suit \u2014 for masculine looks, a jacket and matching trousers, and for feminine looks, a jacket and matching trousers or knee-length skirt. This suit is very versatile. It works with any shirt colour and is appropriate for any professional setting.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Sports jackets\/blazers: <\/strong>A sports jacket or blazer in navy or medium blue adds polish to business casual looks.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Dress shirts:<\/strong> Buy two or three classic button-down dress shirts in white or light blue. Blouses also work for feminine looks. Men will also need a few neckties \u2014 look for dark colours and discreet patterns.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Dress shoes: <\/strong>For your first pair, choose black or dark brown leather. For masculine shoes, choose a lace-up shoe with an elegant profile and a plain or cap toe. Avoid brogues (they\u2019re more casual). For feminine shoes, choose a closed-toe black flat or low-heeled pump.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Accessories: <\/strong>You\u2019ll need a black or brown leather belt. Dress socks and\/or nylons are appropriate for dress shoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>What to buy next<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A second suit<\/strong> in a different neutral colour \u2014 grey is a good choice.<\/li>\n<li><strong> More dress shirts,<\/strong> perhaps with different collar and cuff styles.<\/li>\n<li><strong> A second pair of dress shoes,<\/strong> perhaps in a different style.<\/li>\n<li><strong> A dressy overcoat<\/strong> in navy or grey wool. A three-quarter-length coat is flattering without being too heavy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;]\n<blockquote class=\"qodef-blockquote-shortcode\"  >\n\t<h4 class=\"qodef-blockquote-text\">\n\t<span>Next steps<\/span>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>View the <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WPQLa_Prk9U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dress for Success Webinar<\/a> recording.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Next: <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/online-etiquette\/\">Online etiquette<\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1446198786982{padding-top: 65px !important;padding-bottom: 41px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text] Tips on self-presentation [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Your professional image is a key part of&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":746,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"full-width.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-7429","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/7429","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/746"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7429"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/7429\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10236,"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/7429\/revisions\/10236"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.rotman.utoronto.ca\/career-services\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7429"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}