Appropriate Career Fair attire

Professional Appearance

Candidates have only seconds to make a good impression, so put your best foot forward.  

Clothing

• Professional business attire (see below for more details)
• Stick with dark, solid colors such as navy, black, and charcoal gray for suits
• Make sure what you wear fits you properly 
  
  
• Belt and shoes should match your suit 
• Wear clean, wrinkle-free clothing

Grooming

• Use very little or no perfume
• Hairstyle should reflect your personality yet be well-groomed, simply styled & out of your face 
• Wear minimal jewelry (no visible body piercing - one piercing per ear) 
• Nails should be clean, short and manicured (women: clear polish or French style) 
• Have clean, fresh breath (use a mint if needed, no gum)

Women

• May also wear business dresses
• Skirt should be just above or at the knee
• Blouses should never be cut lower than neckline and color should be light/neutrals 
• Wear neutral hoses; avoid dark hoses when possible 
• Wear closed-toe heels in dark colors such as black, brown, charcoal gray, or navy 
• Wear minimal, neutral-toned make-up that enhances your appearance 
• No suit? Dark dress slacks or skirt and a blouse is acceptable  

Men

• Solid colors and pinstripes are best (make sure pinstripes are muted and narrow)
• Wear white or light color, button-down business shirts with long sleeves
• Your tie should complement and add color to your suit (avoid bright colors) 
• Black lace-up shoes, cap toe and wing tips are the most conservative 
• No suit? Dark dress slacks and light-colored shirt with a tie is acceptable