Knowing how to dress for business can be challenging in any country. In Hong Kong, the dress code is conservative, and formal business attire is usually required. Learn what’s appropriate and what’s not—for both men and women—so you can...

It may come as no surprise that in the Italian workplace, the dress code tends to be formal—and casual Fridays don’t exist. Italians tend to dress up when they go out, as socializing is all about making a good impression. Part of who you...

Clothing choice in Indonesia is very much tied to the country’s warm, tropical climate. While the dress code is casual due to the warm weather, one should strive for a neat and polished appearance. Each of Indonesia’s ethnic groups has...

Proper business attire is good business in France. The dress code remains formal in most sectors—and there’s no such thing as casual Friday. In fashionable France, tasteful, quality clothing is a must. Review what's appropriate for women...

Today I’ll talk about the rules regarding how you dress on the day of your IELTS test.

Not so long ago, everyone in China wore Mao jackets—loose-fitting, high-collared cotton jackets in somber colors like dark blue and green. They were practically a uniform for Chinese citizens, regardless of their job, rank, or sex, at...

From puffy trousers to pantsuits and everything in between, law professor and author Richard Thompson Ford takes us on a fascinating tour through the history of fashion and the evolution of dress codes that still influence style today,...

Find out how to craft and shape your job and style as you age. FT fashion editor Jo Ellison and careers author Anita Hoffmann join Claer Barrett, editor of our hub Next Act, and FT money mentor Lindsay Cook to explain how to expand your...

Corporate cultures in Singapore tend to differ depending on whether the company is a local Singaporean firm or a branch or subsidiary of a large multinational. The pace in most work environments is fast. Workers know that if they work...

The role of the Mexican government in business has changed dramatically. Learn how privatization and economic reforms have impacted local business practices. Explore how local contacts can assist with navigating the local cultural...

A journalist shares her journey of embracing authenticity and breaking the mold in the news industry.

In this tutorial, Justin demonstrates how to create a character selection or dress-up screen using PowerPoint. He shows how to use shape tools, convert shapes into images, layer shapes, use simple code, and assign macros to shapes or...

Being well prepared for a meeting is an absolute must in Germany. Initial impressions are very important, and your German business associates will be judging you on your dress, posture, and manners. Learn more key guidelines to prepare...

It's a well-known fact that first impressions go a long way. When it comes to your chosen attire, your look could make the difference in landing the interview, the job, or even a promotion down the road. We show you how to build the...

Ruben Pardo has been a professional elevator operator for 40 years. At 75, he's the oldest one in Los Angeles. He learned how to operate elevators from the "old-timers" and still remembers going to the movie theater to watch other...

Miral Kotb has two great loves: coding and dance. While they might seem like they have nothing in common, Miral has discovered a new, innovative way to combine her two passions. Through her project, iLuminate, she’s letting the creative...

Mr. White, Mr. Blue, Mr. Brown and Mr. Pink are wearing shirts that match their names, but no one is wearing the same color shirt as their name. They exchange a few words that give hints about what color shirt each person is wearing. Can...

In 1863 Charles Baudelaire, wrote about the 'Painter of Modern Life' depicting the uniformity of male dress codes with its black suits, top hats and patent leather boots as having created 'a cortege of undertakers'. Whereas women's dress...

Before Ivan Chermayeff and Tom Geismar, logos were often literal representations of products. Read moreref='https://www.theatlantic.com/video/index/568918/chermayeff-geismar/' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>more "60 Years of Logos"...

Social media has the power to influence our personal lives as well as the world around us. In this audio story, you will hear about a group of teenage girls who took to social media to fight bullying and to effect change in their...

Negotiators' personal styles, encompassing communication, titles, dress code, and interaction, are shaped by their culture. While some cultures prefer a formal approach, addressing counterparts by titles, others opt for informality....

This video explores how William Shakespeare, in his portrayal of ancient Rome in "Julius Caesar," incorporates 16th-century English customs and values, particularly in the domain of clothing and professional identity. Through Flavius's...

Negotiators' personal styles, encompassing communication, titles, dress code, and interaction, are shaped by their culture. While some cultures prefer a formal approach, addressing counterparts by titles, others opt for informality....

In case you didn't know, Tomatito is one sexy tapas restaurant (that's actually the restaurant's subtitle). The younger brother to more established restaurants in the El Willy empire, El Willy, El Efante, et al., Tomatito gets to play a...