I've used the same Tumi messenger bag for work now for 15 years. Other than the strap that I replaced last year, it still looks as new as the day I got it.
Great advice as always, Brock. Thanks. Small caveat on the backpack: It may indeed be one of the least stylish options for sharp-looking work wear. However, as soon as a colder climate (below water freezing temperature) is to be considered, especially if one travels without a car (walk, public transit, etc.) and has to carry substantial amounts of items (documents, lunch, etc.) for more than 15 minutes, it starts to unfortunately look like quite the compelling option.
It wasn't until this past year that I came to realize that my style has been horrible most of my life. I've gone through a lot of phases through my short life so far but the business aspect has never been one of them. I was immature and rebellious for a long time. Now at 31 and using my army benefits for school ill be studying accounting and moving into a professional career. Videos like this have been a blessing for someone like myself, love the content brotha, and keep it up.
Business casual in 2019 is everyday in many offices. It really depends on the job and company. While I can appreciate a more dressed up casual look and personally hate things like sandals in the office many of your rules are almost as dated as having to where a suit and tie to work everyday. Just think of how many people are employed in tech jobs rarely interacting with the outside public. Casual in this environment is very different than casual in say a bank. Just my possibly unstylish 2 cents but I think many may agree, well maybe not many of your audience but in the wider real world yup. That said I love all the content even this video. As a very short guy I’ve learned a ton of stuff I wish I New Years ago so thank you.
I hear you, but what you're referring to has a name: "casual". Not business casual, but just casual. Tech companies are casual. I think his advice here is for people who go to an event or office that requires business casual and you don't know what to wear - stick to his rules and you can't go wrong. If it's a tech event, sure, you can probably do the whole jeans, sneakers, blazer look and you'll blend right in. In fact, if you're hanging out with a bunch of techies, you mike actually lose "street cred" if you dress too stiff. But besides tech, if you want to be taken seriously, err on the side of dressing well instead of the bare minimum of what you can get away with.
I work as a developer in tech and I still think these tips and guidelines are great. Most of my co-workers wear flip-flops, crocs, hiking boots (I live in Sweden, it gets really cold with several meters of snow, and people here don’t want to switch shoes when they get indoors), graphic t-shirts and jeans. When someone wears a button down and slacks, my bosses get nervous because they fear that developer is going to interviews or is getting poached. I try to dress up to the same level as Brock, very seldom do I wear a sportscoat or blazer though. It has given me a lot more confidence to have meetings with stakeholders and clients. That connection with people is very powerful, I know more about what they want and thus I’m able to build better software and I can see their needs mentioned in some other context and can bring up suggestions of how to solve it, and bring people together. My career is moving ahead more rapidly because of that in the direction I want. Now, I’m not saying all devs should take their style seriously. Sometimes, I’m viewed negatively by other devs and subtly called shallow or arrogant. Some of them, not all, equate ”dev” with dressing sloppy and spending all their mental energy on building good software, not impressing people with your clothes. People will be impressed enough if you build the best software. I’m not necessarily saying that’s false, but I just get more satisfaction when I split my time between doing presentations for non-tech people _and_ coding. Dressing stylishly does not impact my ability to code but it does impact my ability to be taken seriously by other, non-technical people.
@@Stan_sprinkle I'm trying to imagine techies chilling in the office and pointing out a guy who wore fitting clothes in to work and calling him out like thugs or something like that.
All very good points. The most important thing is you dress in a way that makes you comfortable. One of the nice thing about working in a tech centric, dev heavy business is the fact we're generally (tho not always) given the choice to choose (and not just in fashion) and this isn't always the case in every business type. I myself try and dress closer to Brock's suggestions than many of my colleagues but I still wear non-dress boots and shoes and plain long sleeve t-shirts with comfortable non-dress pants most of the time. Thank you for the detailed response. :)
@@nukie404 I'm a software sales engineer, so some of my presentations and demos are to architecture teams. What I mean is, I don't wear a suit when presenting to a group that, typically, wears rolled up sleeves or t-shirts. I'll wear a suit to present to their business execs, but then I'll lose the jacket, tie, and roll up my sleeves for the tech discussions and whiteboard sessions
I just got a position where my brother works and he told be the dress attire is casual. Now I just got an email saying it's business casual. I already bought a bunch of casual clothes. Guess i gotta wait to see what it is. Don't wanna buy even more business casual clothes and having to return them.
Thank you, Brock! Awesome insights and explanation! Happy New Year to you and everyone who follow! I have an interview this coming Monday, the dress code is: Business Casual. What would be your recommendation, considering I don't wear a sport jacket or khakis. Thank you!
Anyone else see these 5 pocket pants in various colors with the softer feel and stretch? Calvin Klein and Banana Republic is where I've seen them. They look nice so I think they're business casual?
Once there was a place (not gonna mention the name of the company). Really big company but most employees were hipster looking, super liberal people. When you enter the main door, first thing you see is a sign "Please, dress appropriately. No pajamas".
Its hard following a "business casual" for an interview when the people interviewing you are wearing jeans and sneakers. This is referring to some retail company's .
My husband is in a technical field and conducts interviews wearing business casual. He expects the interviewees to be in suits. You should almost always be dressed one step more formally than the person interviewing you.
Good video, Brock! It's the first one I've seen devoted to explaining business casual and provides a good baseline. The meaning is very subjective depending upon the industry and company. Some companies have accepted daily wear of jeans (within the parameters you outlined), polo shirts, untucked button down shirts, and minimalist, solid color leather sneakers (I. E., The Greats). I work in San Francisco (not in tech) and you will see a wide spectrum of business casual examples. In addition to the backpack alternatives you mentioned, I wanted to mention another modern, business appropriate option: The Modern Day Briefcase by The Breton Company. It has served me well thus far. Looking forward to your next video!
Thanks Brock! I’m in the military but transitioning to a job where business casual is the standard, and I honestly didn’t know what to look for when shopping for outfits, so thank you for your always helpful advice!!
Loved this video Brock. It is detailed enough to be very informative, yet short enough to be digestible. I have a few friends that are starting their journey to dress better and I will be sharing this video with them to get them started. Keep up the great work!
Kind of sad to see that the Americans seem so strict when it comes to clothing. In what universe are any of the shoes you mentioned casual in modern society? And the fact that despite it being called casual friday you still think you should wear a shirt..It all sounds very..1970s. In modern society things are a lot more relaxed than this, at least in my experience in Sweden. You'll see t-shirts all over. In most offices you'll see sneakers, in some even trainers. Tucking in your shirt makes you look like an old guy, or like you're trying to emulate some old guy. Wear what you want as long as it isn't too expressive, no loud colours or graphics on your Tee. Unless it's because you support something, wearing a shirt which shows you support your team on game-day is fine in my experience for example. Chinos are to prefer as they look better, but almost everyone wear jeans honestly.
You said "six types of business casual shoes" and listed five types. Brogues are not a separate form factor like the others. They are just a type of styling on oxfords and derbies (and bluchers, and sometimes other shoes but hopefully not because that usually looks bad).
Go to like any office in Sweden and you’ll see T-shirts and jeans everywhere 😅 and it has been that way since like the 90s. Some offices still has dress codes but in most places you could almost get away with sweatpants and crocs 😅 Fun story: I went to an interview about a month ago and didn’t really knew what to wear.. it was for a job that you have an uniform that usually consists of dark trousers, white shirt or polo and often just a cardigan or maybe a suit jacket… I couldn’t find the exact uniform that employer had so I had to guess what would be an appropriate outfit. Since it was in the middle of summer, and I’m young, I decided to go quite casual. Navy chinos, white polo, brown belt and boat shoes. I shouldn’t have worried… when the interviewer, who was the boss, came down he wore big cargo shorts, flip flops and a oversized graphic t-shirt. (This wasn’t for an office job btw but he had an office job and dressed like that)
since you are still rocking the long hair, how would you wear your hair in a more formal/elegant way? (my hair length is pretty much the same thats why I'm asking)
My hair is that length also, and I like it better because I don't look like everyone else. Short hair gets boring after awhile. I work in an office that is more business casual.
Honestly I don’t think that counts as business casual unless you’re like at a law firm. However I do think for a boss at a business casual firm that can work pretty well.
@@mushfiqrahman4557 I am an attorney. I know one guy who shows up in a suit, no tie, but that's his prerogative. Most of us show up in trousers or chinos + a dress shirt.
I know this video is a year old but where is the companion article? I can't find it. He said it was in the description but maybe it has since been deleted
Minimal sneakers and non-distressed denim are completely fine in the law firm where I work. Companies with more recognizable names seem to have stricter rules than start-ups or medium-sized firms I feel. Start-ups often use this everyday feeling as a commercial strategy to make customers feel more welcome.
What's with beige pants and light blue shirt? I never thought it looked nice - I call it "The Regular Guy" look. Politicians wear that when they want to appear like a man of the people and nothing makes you more invisible
You look different from the last video I saw you in different dates I don't know what video I saw you in your first video and then I like your stuff see ya I mean your escrow now quite a bit hasn't it apologize I'm not being rude if I was being rude I do apologize for pointing that out but you probably don't care I mean like I mean like I do apologize if I was being awfully rude bye
Important remark: this is business casual in the US. In other parts of the world the rules are different and vary from country to country. Jeans are often perfectly fine when combined with a sports coat.
Well, it's more like one perspective on business casual, and every single office is a unique butterfly. There are offices where they say "business casual" and totally expect you to come in with jeans and a tee shirt, but you can't assume that's what the dress code means.
Great video since I'm a guy in my 40's who suddenly finds myself having to dress myself for the first time since I was 17! Seems like a lot of work, but now I understand it's just another uniform lol.
I wore a thick sweater over a white dress shirt and some khaki jeans I knew I looked terrible but that's all I had lol I bought a suit recently so it won't happen agaim
These rules apply everywhere except tech companies. Most of the tech companies have an absolutely casual dress code like a university or college. Some even turn up in shorts and flip flops.
You look like a modest man. I love your videos. I had to wait 45 years to be interested in my dress code, that is 45 years that I was asleep, but now I am awake.
I'm a maintenance guy, I have been signed up for a seminar as a representative for the business I work for. Just read the itinerary, "dress code: Business Casual". Like I said I am a maintenance guy, even my nice cloths are not up to spec. I'm doing my research just for a dress code. hahahahaa what a weird thing. Although I am grateful for your teaching, I'm not going out of my way to wear this crap again. Thanks for the knowledge sorry about these restrictions.
Nice video! You inspired me to check in again with “1st-gen” business casual of a sport jacket (navy blue gab, plain buttons), microplaid shirt, fitted twills, and Alden wingtips. I’d add to what you’ve said that a sport jacket and proper shoes, as one’s “top” and “bottom,” do so much to pull together an outfit, the jacket especially. It forgives a lot too.
I know I'm not the only who didn't like wearing business casual, it makes me uncomfortable tbh, walking for so long km just to go at work while wearing leather shoes makes my feet suffer from hardiness. But these days people are so creative, even wearing Full black Converse are sometimes let passe in the office.
I would say this is geared more towards the intern and entry level only. The mid level guys that I see are generally trying to separate themselves and want to give off the “I have 2 indirect reports under me and I can get away with being a little more relaxed” vibe. Ha! And although I’m not really your target audience, I dig what you’re trying to create. Looks like you’ve had a goal, came up with how you’re going to achieve said goal, and have been executing the process. Your content is narrow enough to be focused and understood while not being pigeon holed so to speak. My guess is that you’re putting all your effort into your channel and no longer work full time in an office setting? If so, will your content mature, as if you’re moving up the corp. ladder, or will it stay at the intern to junior level employee? Instead of Banana Republic you’d be shopping Theory or Ted Baker. It’s just a higher price point, obviously. If you’re used to wearing $600-$1000 shoes, it’s hard to go back to a $100-200 price point. God that sounds snobby. Didn’t mean that. Anyway, great channel. Also, if you’re looking for a great “business back pack,” try Timbuk2. I think they are out of San Fran or Venice and they have messenger bags as well.
Hi I have a question, I have a University Etiquette Dinner, the dress code is business casual, so what should I wear? I am planning to wear a bottom up and a v-neck sweater and the suit jacket, and bottom with khaki pants and dress shoes, would this be fine? I am just confused.
What do i use instead of a backpack? A messenger bag just looks too dorky to me so that leaves me with a duffel bag and those don't really have a separate compartment for laptops.
Hello! I'm from India. I got a job in PwC IAC in India, which comes under Big 4 you know. The dress code they mentioned was "Business Casuals". So, what kind of looks can I wear. Can you suggest me in this case?
Kindly advise can dark black jeans be worn in contrast with mustard, yellow, cherry coloured shirt as business casuals while attending meetings any many thanks for the easily presented information. Thanks
The only thing my office doesn't allow are ripped jeans, shorts and sandles. Everyone there has the worst sense of fashion besides a few young guys and girls I work with.
Hey Brock did you experience the ankle slippery when you wear loafers? I am looking for loafers and moccasins, tried a bunch not snug at all, the ankle part seems so slippery even though I size down a bit.
I think you are off with the no Polo rule. Definitely the main business casual look. I work at a big accounting firm and every is in nice dress khakis and polos. Alot of the life science clients I work at are jeans and polos and that's their business casual.
The auto business where I will start working soon has a black polo uniform jeans and shoes are okay. So I’m looking into how to make that more professional than casual.
I think you can not wear a suit jacket with jeans, because the cut of a suit jacket is very very different from a sport jacket , it is not a matter of color of casual
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Love the quick shoutout to Tumi. I work for them and I’m sad not to many men’s style guys recommend them. Top top tier stuff. Great vid Brock!
I've used the same Tumi messenger bag for work now for 15 years. Other than the strap that I replaced last year, it still looks as new as the day I got it.
Great advice as always, Brock. Thanks.
Small caveat on the backpack:
It may indeed be one of the least stylish options for sharp-looking work wear. However, as soon as a colder climate (below water freezing temperature) is to be considered, especially if one travels without a car (walk, public transit, etc.) and has to carry substantial amounts of items (documents, lunch, etc.) for more than 15 minutes, it starts to unfortunately look like quite the compelling option.
It wasn't until this past year that I came to realize that my style has been horrible most of my life. I've gone through a lot of phases through my short life so far but the business aspect has never been one of them. I was immature and rebellious for a long time. Now at 31 and using my army benefits for school ill be studying accounting and moving into a professional career. Videos like this have been a blessing for someone like myself, love the content brotha, and keep it up.
Silicon Valley business casual... worn in jeans and t-shirt. Silicon Valley formal business attire... worn in jeans and a t-shirt. Lol
Some may add California Business Casual includes wearing sandals
Business casual in 2019 is everyday in many offices. It really depends on the job and company. While I can appreciate a more dressed up casual look and personally hate things like sandals in the office many of your rules are almost as dated as having to where a suit and tie to work everyday. Just think of how many people are employed in tech jobs rarely interacting with the outside public. Casual in this environment is very different than casual in say a bank. Just my possibly unstylish 2 cents but I think many may agree, well maybe not many of your audience but in the wider real world yup.
That said I love all the content even this video. As a very short guy I’ve learned a ton of stuff I wish I New Years ago so thank you.
I hear you, but what you're referring to has a name: "casual". Not business casual, but just casual. Tech companies are casual. I think his advice here is for people who go to an event or office that requires business casual and you don't know what to wear - stick to his rules and you can't go wrong. If it's a tech event, sure, you can probably do the whole jeans, sneakers, blazer look and you'll blend right in. In fact, if you're hanging out with a bunch of techies, you mike actually lose "street cred" if you dress too stiff. But besides tech, if you want to be taken seriously, err on the side of dressing well instead of the bare minimum of what you can get away with.
I work as a developer in tech and I still think these tips and guidelines are great. Most of my co-workers wear flip-flops, crocs, hiking boots (I live in Sweden, it gets really cold with several meters of snow, and people here don’t want to switch shoes when they get indoors), graphic t-shirts and jeans. When someone wears a button down and slacks, my bosses get nervous because they fear that developer is going to interviews or is getting poached.
I try to dress up to the same level as Brock, very seldom do I wear a sportscoat or blazer though. It has given me a lot more confidence to have meetings with stakeholders and clients. That connection with people is very powerful, I know more about what they want and thus I’m able to build better software and I can see their needs mentioned in some other context and can bring up suggestions of how to solve it, and bring people together. My career is moving ahead more rapidly because of that in the direction I want.
Now, I’m not saying all devs should take their style seriously. Sometimes, I’m viewed negatively by other devs and subtly called shallow or arrogant. Some of them, not all, equate ”dev” with dressing sloppy and spending all their mental energy on building good software, not impressing people with your clothes. People will be impressed enough if you build the best software. I’m not necessarily saying that’s false, but I just get more satisfaction when I split my time between doing presentations for non-tech people _and_ coding. Dressing stylishly does not impact my ability to code but it does impact my ability to be taken seriously by other, non-technical people.
@@Stan_sprinkle I'm trying to imagine techies chilling in the office and pointing out a guy who wore fitting clothes in to work and calling him out like thugs or something like that.
All very good points. The most important thing is you dress in a way that makes you comfortable. One of the nice thing about working in a tech centric, dev heavy business is the fact we're generally (tho not always) given the choice to choose (and not just in fashion) and this isn't always the case in every business type. I myself try and dress closer to Brock's suggestions than many of my colleagues but I still wear non-dress boots and shoes and plain long sleeve t-shirts with comfortable non-dress pants most of the time. Thank you for the detailed response. :)
@@nukie404 I'm a software sales engineer, so some of my presentations and demos are to architecture teams. What I mean is, I don't wear a suit when presenting to a group that, typically, wears rolled up sleeves or t-shirts. I'll wear a suit to present to their business execs, but then I'll lose the jacket, tie, and roll up my sleeves for the tech discussions and whiteboard sessions
Great video, Brock. Nice mix of good explanation with a variety of helpful images. Top notch.
Thank you!
I just got a position where my brother works and he told be the dress attire is casual. Now I just got an email saying it's business casual. I already bought a bunch of casual clothes. Guess i gotta wait to see what it is. Don't wanna buy even more business casual clothes and having to return them.
Thank you, Brock! Awesome insights and explanation! Happy New Year to you and everyone who follow! I have an interview this coming Monday, the dress code is: Business Casual. What would be your recommendation, considering I don't wear a sport jacket or khakis. Thank you!
Anyone else see these 5 pocket pants in various colors with the softer feel and stretch? Calvin Klein and Banana Republic is where I've seen them. They look nice so I think they're business casual?
Your hair style is v Good I wish I have one
Here in the Nehterlands business casual is wearing jeans whit a jacket
Great video Brock. So business casual pants don’t necessarily require pleats? What looks better in your opinion..pleats or no pleats for the office?
I prefer no pleats for a more modern look. Pleats are cool but not for everyone and subject to trend.
The Modest Man Do you think men over 40 should wear pleats in the office for business casual?
No, I don’t think age and pleats are related.
Great video
Once there was a place (not gonna mention the name of the company). Really big company but most employees were hipster looking, super liberal people. When you enter the main door, first thing you see is a sign "Please, dress appropriately. No pajamas".
Hi! I'm looking forward to work on men styling. Is there any online course you would recomend? Thank u!! Love your content.
watch youtubers; gentlemens gazzete, alpham, realmenrealstyle, teachingmensfashion etc
i have to bring a laptop to work everyday. What kind of backpack should i use?
i know but my laptop is too heavy. So i need a backpack
@@jordanliu8782 thank you
For every Friday we wear Batik.
what about suede chukka boots or suede chelsea boots? does it always have to be leather only for business casual for shoes or boots?
Suede is a great choice!
I h8 how jeans aren't bus cas. 😐
Its hard following a "business casual" for an interview when the people interviewing you are wearing jeans and sneakers. This is referring to some retail company's .
My husband is in a technical field and conducts interviews wearing business casual. He expects the interviewees to be in suits. You should almost always be dressed one step more formally than the person interviewing you.
@@toomanymarys7355agreed… one step up.
Also, when meeting with a client, you gotta be one step up.
My office has gone so casual that you can wear shorts now. I tried it once or twice, felt weird, haven’t done it since.
Yeah that ryt...i guess for office formals..like the old school...should be norm....nobody can go wrong with thst
hoodies, shorts and sandals are all game.
You gotta let your nuts breathe once a week.... shorts ftw
Thanks for the video. I start my new job on Tuesday which is in an office setting after being in manufacturing for ten years.
Good luck with the new gig!
Sean Norton sams here man! Might be starting at an office for the first time!
This is the best "business casual" video I've seen so far! It's great to understand the history and how it's changed over time.
Loved the little history lesson on business casual. Always cool to know the history behind why we dress the way we do and what the origin was.
Good video, Brock! It's the first one I've seen devoted to explaining business casual and provides a good baseline. The meaning is very subjective depending upon the industry and company. Some companies have accepted daily wear of jeans (within the parameters you outlined), polo shirts, untucked button down shirts, and minimalist, solid color leather sneakers (I. E., The Greats). I work in San Francisco (not in tech) and you will see a wide spectrum of business casual examples. In addition to the backpack alternatives you mentioned, I wanted to mention another modern, business appropriate option: The Modern Day Briefcase by The Breton Company. It has served me well thus far. Looking forward to your next video!
Good stuff Brock!
Thanks guys!
You know you work in tech when a super formal meeting is slacks and a button shirt. Every other day is casual friday.
Thanks Brock! I’m in the military but transitioning to a job where business casual is the standard, and I honestly didn’t know what to look for when shopping for outfits, so thank you for your always helpful advice!!
Loved this video Brock. It is detailed enough to be very informative, yet short enough to be digestible. I have a few friends that are starting their journey to dress better and I will be sharing this video with them to get them started. Keep up the great work!
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Kind of sad to see that the Americans seem so strict when it comes to clothing. In what universe are any of the shoes you mentioned casual in modern society? And the fact that despite it being called casual friday you still think you should wear a shirt..It all sounds very..1970s. In modern society things are a lot more relaxed than this, at least in my experience in Sweden. You'll see t-shirts all over. In most offices you'll see sneakers, in some even trainers. Tucking in your shirt makes you look like an old guy, or like you're trying to emulate some old guy. Wear what you want as long as it isn't too expressive, no loud colours or graphics on your Tee. Unless it's because you support something, wearing a shirt which shows you support your team on game-day is fine in my experience for example. Chinos are to prefer as they look better, but almost everyone wear jeans honestly.
agree with you 💯!
You said "six types of business casual shoes" and listed five types. Brogues are not a separate form factor like the others. They are just a type of styling on oxfords and derbies (and bluchers, and sometimes other shoes but hopefully not because that usually looks bad).
Go to like any office in Sweden and you’ll see T-shirts and jeans everywhere 😅 and it has been that way since like the 90s.
Some offices still has dress codes but in most places you could almost get away with sweatpants and crocs 😅
Fun story:
I went to an interview about a month ago and didn’t really knew what to wear.. it was for a job that you have an uniform that usually consists of dark trousers, white shirt or polo and often just a cardigan or maybe a suit jacket… I couldn’t find the exact uniform that employer had so I had to guess what would be an appropriate outfit.
Since it was in the middle of summer, and I’m young, I decided to go quite casual. Navy chinos, white polo, brown belt and boat shoes.
I shouldn’t have worried… when the interviewer, who was the boss, came down he wore big cargo shorts, flip flops and a oversized graphic t-shirt. (This wasn’t for an office job btw but he had an office job and dressed like that)
since you are still rocking the long hair, how would you wear your hair in a more formal/elegant way?
(my hair length is pretty much the same thats why I'm asking)
That’s a tough one. I’d probably keep it much cleaner if I was working in an office right now.
My hair is that length also, and I like it better because I don't look like everyone else. Short hair gets boring after awhile. I work in an office that is more business casual.
Cut it
@@weemanling lol.
Lol.
My boss considers suit without a tie to be business casual :|
Damn what a boomer
Honestly I don’t think that counts as business casual unless you’re like at a law firm. However I do think for a boss at a business casual firm that can work pretty well.
Fire him
@@mushfiqrahman4557 I am an attorney. I know one guy who shows up in a suit, no tie, but that's his prerogative. Most of us show up in trousers or chinos + a dress shirt.
Daniel Hakimi Thanks for correcting me on that one.
Real good recap here, Brock! Tons of great tips - loved the companion article that went with this video as well. The outfit ideas were really helpful.
I know this video is a year old but where is the companion article? I can't find it. He said it was in the description but maybe it has since been deleted
Is the history of business casual necessary for this video?
No it's not necessary 😅 He just need to read it to prove his point.
Minimal sneakers and non-distressed denim are completely fine in the law firm where I work. Companies with more recognizable names seem to have stricter rules than start-ups or medium-sized firms I feel. Start-ups often use this everyday feeling as a commercial strategy to make customers feel more welcome.
What's with beige pants and light blue shirt? I never thought it looked nice - I call it "The Regular Guy" look. Politicians wear that when they want to appear like a man of the people and nothing makes you more invisible
You look different from the last video I saw you in different dates I don't know what video I saw you in your first video and then I like your stuff see ya I mean your escrow now quite a bit hasn't it apologize I'm not being rude if I was being rude I do apologize for pointing that out but you probably don't care I mean like I mean like I do apologize if I was being awfully rude bye
Important remark: this is business casual in the US. In other parts of the world the rules are different and vary from country to country. Jeans are often perfectly fine when combined with a sports coat.
Well, it's more like one perspective on business casual, and every single office is a unique butterfly. There are offices where they say "business casual" and totally expect you to come in with jeans and a tee shirt, but you can't assume that's what the dress code means.
I am a senior short man (5' 4") and take a size 6 men's shoe. Where can Ì find men's slacks, shoes and shirts in my size?
The new Massimo Dutti collection is perfect for this
00:01 It did sound that your name was Barack for a moment😄
Great stuff nonetheless
Can somebody explain this type of social distinction to a working class child? I totally don't get what the function of these dresscodes is.
so many lame rules, glad I work in tech where my CEO wheres a t shirt and shorts. I love business but the style is so vanilla, its gross
Great video and agree totally with the no flip flops, no sandals part.
I haven't been to your channel in awhile since your watch videos. The longer hair is looking good, don't cut it !
Great video since I'm a guy in my 40's who suddenly finds myself having to dress myself for the first time since I was 17! Seems like a lot of work, but now I understand it's just another uniform lol.
Great information as always......enjoy your weekend!!
Need input on business casual socks, please. Great video. Subscribed.
What’s going on with your hair?
I think Brock's longer hair is more modern than the generic short haircuts, however I could not pull the look off myself.
I wore a thick sweater over a white dress shirt and some khaki jeans I knew I looked terrible but that's all I had lol I bought a suit recently so it won't happen agaim
These rules apply everywhere except tech companies. Most of the tech companies have an absolutely casual dress code like a university or college. Some even turn up in shorts and flip flops.
You look like a modest man. I love your videos.
I had to wait 45 years to be interested in my dress code, that is 45 years that I was asleep, but now I am awake.
You are the best guide to mens essentials
My new employer only specified "no ripped jeans" so I assume good pair of dark jeans are ok
Yeah.
whoa!😱 your hair looks majestic, i see young D. Nowitzki and S. Nash.
Where is the link to those old Levi’s commercials?
The video is in the article
Wow! thank you so much more to the point and informative then other videos I just watched!
Thank god this video isnt related to Alex Edson.
Maaaannn I wish I could dress business casual : (
I don’t wear oxfords with anything less formal than a suit. I find oxfords too formal for chinos, jeans or a sport jacket. Am I a goof-ball?
No, I agree with you. Brown bluchers or black/brown boots would be great non-suit options
I'm a maintenance guy, I have been signed up for a seminar as a representative for the business I work for. Just read the itinerary, "dress code: Business Casual". Like I said I am a maintenance guy, even my nice cloths are not up to spec. I'm doing my research just for a dress code. hahahahaa what a weird thing. Although I am grateful for your teaching, I'm not going out of my way to wear this crap again. Thanks for the knowledge sorry about these restrictions.
Sharp as usual. Thank you!
Great video, very helpful for us less stylish folk!
I don't own ANY of these clothings -_-
You gotta put 0:00 Intro - for the time stamps to show up
I wear dress shoes, dress pants, shirt and sweater at office
Nice video! You inspired me to check in again with “1st-gen” business casual of a sport jacket (navy blue gab, plain buttons), microplaid shirt, fitted twills, and Alden wingtips. I’d add to what you’ve said that a sport jacket and proper shoes, as one’s “top” and “bottom,” do so much to pull together an outfit, the jacket especially. It forgives a lot too.
Awesome, Common Sense Content. Thanks for your videos.
The video and accompanying article on your website are practical guides to looking professional in business casual clothing.
I don't get the colors. I am looking at pics and just buying the top and pants. Buying a lot of clothes, already got. Dark brown and black chukka
I know I'm not the only who didn't like wearing business casual, it makes me uncomfortable tbh, walking for so long km just to go at work while wearing leather shoes makes my feet suffer from hardiness. But these days people are so creative, even wearing Full black Converse are sometimes let passe in the office.
I would say this is geared more towards the intern and entry level only. The mid level guys that I see are generally trying to separate themselves and want to give off the “I have 2 indirect reports under me and I can get away with being a little more relaxed” vibe. Ha!
And although I’m not really your target audience, I dig what you’re trying to create. Looks like you’ve had a goal, came up with how you’re going to achieve said goal, and have been executing the process. Your content is narrow enough to be focused and understood while not being pigeon holed so to speak.
My guess is that you’re putting all your effort into your channel and no longer work full time in an office setting? If so, will your content mature, as if you’re moving up the corp. ladder, or will it stay at the intern to junior level employee? Instead of Banana Republic you’d be shopping Theory or Ted Baker. It’s just a higher price point, obviously. If you’re used to wearing $600-$1000 shoes, it’s hard to go back to a $100-200 price point. God that sounds snobby. Didn’t mean that.
Anyway, great channel. Also, if you’re looking for a great “business back pack,” try Timbuk2. I think they are out of San Fran or Venice and they have messenger bags as well.
Just starting my first job and your video is exactly what I needed, thank you :)
Best of luck!
Hi I have a question, I have a University Etiquette Dinner, the dress code is business casual, so what should I wear? I am planning to wear a bottom up and a v-neck sweater and the suit jacket, and bottom with khaki pants and dress shoes, would this be fine? I am just confused.
What do i use instead of a backpack? A messenger bag just looks too dorky to me so that leaves me with a duffel bag and those don't really have a separate compartment for laptops.
Great video, Brock. I have one question though. Regarding shoes, what’s your take on monk-straps?
I’m a fan of monk straps. Got a pair of double monks in dark brown that get plenty of wear.
Hello! I'm from India. I got a job in PwC IAC in India, which comes under Big 4 you know. The dress code they mentioned was "Business Casuals". So, what kind of looks can I wear. Can you suggest me in this case?
Kindly advise can dark black jeans be worn in contrast with mustard, yellow, cherry coloured shirt as business casuals while attending meetings any many thanks for the easily presented information. Thanks
This is actually really helpful for women as well, thank you!
The only thing my office doesn't allow are ripped jeans, shorts and sandles. Everyone there has the worst sense of fashion besides a few young guys and girls I work with.
I start my first job tomorrow and I only have sneakers.
Same
Good video! It's pronounced "darby" not "derby", though.
Both pronunciations are acceptable. "DAR-bee" is standard in the U.K., while "DUR-bee" is the more common pronunciation in the United States.
Hey Brock did you experience the ankle slippery when you wear loafers? I am looking for loafers and moccasins, tried a bunch not snug at all, the ankle part seems so slippery even though I size down a bit.
I think you are off with the no Polo rule. Definitely the main business casual look. I work at a big accounting firm and every is in nice dress khakis and polos. Alot of the life science clients I work at are jeans and polos and that's their business casual.
I guess shorts aren’t a thing! That’s funny because I get to wear khaki shorts and dress sandals at my job and I absolutely love it 😍
The auto business where I will start working soon has a black polo uniform jeans and shoes are okay. So I’m looking into how to make that more professional than casual.
I was watching a video of Daniel Day Lewis
and paused that video to say that u look like him in long hair
He kinda does look like him lol
I think you can not wear a suit jacket with jeans, because the cut of a suit jacket is very very different from a sport jacket , it is not a matter of color of casual
No mention about short dress shirt? Remember, some country only had 2 seasons. Distress for work looks unprofessional to me.
It's a little weird to get everything cleared with your boss. Just look at whether other people wear jeans or sneakers.
Me, coming into work in my worm in jeans and black hoodie + messed up vans
Exactly what I'm looking for! Subscribed!
Awesome, thank you!
Quality vid and off-topic but where are your current favorite tee shirt brands? Where do you buy from Brock?
And thats how you earn another subscriber! Great content
Awesome, thank you!
Work from home. Business Casual... Tshirt, shorts..home slippers
I love this video and I really needed this. +1 for the Secret Lab chair 😉
Just got hired into a job that is only business casual so now I need to get a whole new wardrobe, just subscribed