The most important dress codes

Leisure time: single-breasted jacket, shirt/polo shirt, no tie, calf socks
Business meetings: classic single/double-breasted suit, single-colored shirt, silk tie, knee socks
Official business meeting: dark single/double-breasted suit, white shirt, silk tie, knee socks
Evening gala: black tuxedo, silk bow-tie, cummerbund, white tuxedo shirtBall/reception/white tie: black single-breasted tail-coat, white tuxedo shirt, white hand-tied silk bow-tie

Beware of stumbling blocks

Irrespective of whether in everyday business or private life – try not to put your foot in it with regard to style. Ties with cartoon characters, childish batik patterns or over-dimensional company logos have no place in the business world. Clothing should not be too tight, too loose, or too old-fashioned. Visibly naked calves, white or patterned socks, brown shoes with a black suit, or suspenders with evening wear are also taboo.

First impressions are decisive

Score from the get-go! Make sure that packaging and contents appear identical. In addition to perfect head-to-toe hygiene, you should keep an eye on the following key aspects: the length of your jacket covers your derriere; your tie touches your belt buckle; trouser pockets should only contain whatever is absolutely necessary; shoes, belt and socks form a single-colored unit; double-breasted jackets are open when seated and closed when standing, and single-colored shirts are ideally combined. And should you ever be at a loss, simply let your good taste and common sense guide you.
How do you dress?