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Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Meeting & Event Planning
Eastview Campus
Building 3000, Room 3208
3401 Webberville Road
Austin, TX 78702
Phone: 512.223.5174
E-mail:
hospcula@austincc.edu
Departments of Hospitality Management, Travel & Tourism, and Meeting & Events Planning
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Dressing for Success

Business Attire for Women

  • Pants or skirted suit with skirt length at or just above the knees. Single or double-breasted jacket.
  • Navy, black, or charcoal gray are preferred suit colors.
  • White, off white, or light blue cotton or silk blouse with conservative neckline and buttons.
  • Low to medium heel with closed toe.
  • Matching scarf is acceptable, but should be understated.
  • Moderate amount of jewelry or accessories; Earrings should be no larger than a quarter.
  • Professional briefcase or portfolio if needed.
  • Minimal makeup and perfume.
  • Trimmed fingernails with conservative color, if any.
  • Neat hair style with hair away from face.
  • Remove visible body piercings.
  • Cover tattoos.
  • Your cell phone should be turned off before you enter their facility.

Business Attire for Men

  • Single-breasted navy, black, or charcoal gray two-piece suit. A subtle stripe or tone-on-tone pattern is acceptable.
  • White or blue, long-sleeved dress shirt.
  • Conservative silk tie that matches well with the suit. Don’t depend on your tie to make a statement.
  • Dark dress socks.
  • Belt or shoes of matching color, typically black, brown, or grey.
  • Shoes should be polished, with well maintained heels and soles.
  • Professional briefcase or portfolio if needed.
  • Minimal cologne.
  • Neat hair style.
  • Facial hair should be neat and trimmed, OR cleanly shaven.
  • Trimmed and clean fingernails.
  • Remove visible body piercings, including earrings.
  • Cover tattoos.
  • Your cell phone should be turned off before you enter their facility.
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