How to Dress to Take a TOEFL

Introduction

Unlike dressing up for an interview, knowing how to dress for an exam is not necessarily a daunting task. It may even look like a trivial thing to consider when there is so much more to worry about. But it is always better to get the little things out of the way, so you can concentrate on the bigger challenges.

Steps

1 Step One

Dress to blend in. As this is a place where many foreign nationals gather, it is easy to get lost in the ethnic display of diverse fashion. But remember, everyone is there with a serious goal, and no one wants to be distracted by your clothing choice. Always try to dress the part, so you don’t feel out of place.

2 Step Two

Choose clothes that you have worn before, so that you already know how they look on you, and set them out the previous night. Make sure to try on your outfit before the day of the exam.

3 Step Three

Dress in anything that makes you feel comfortable and not too self-conscious. You need all that focus on the exam and not on wondering if anything is sliding up or sliding down. Cotton clothes are preferabe, as cotton is a breathable fabric.

4 Step Four

Apply perfume, makeup, cologne or after-shave sparingly. You don’t want to suffocate everyone around you.

5 Step Five

Wear long hair in ponytail or clipped together to keep the hair from falling on your neck and face.

6 Step Six

Dress appropriately for the weather and remember that exam rooms can sometimes be a little extreme in temperature. So be prepared. Wear a thin cotton t-shirt and then layer it up, so you have the choice of taking off the jacket if the heat is up and you still feel comfortable.

7 Step Seven

Look sophisticated and smart. It is an undeniable fact that if you look good, you feel good. This would certainly contribute to your mood and approach during the exam.

Tips & Warnings

• Limit your accessories. You don’t want layers of bracelets bungling or chunky chains on you jeans clanking around during the exam.
• Avoid clothes that are bright or gaudy. Green is said to be a pleasant shade for the eyes, and you can try other light colors too. Avoid t-shirts with offensive prints, slogans or bad language.
• Don’t wearing tight clothes as this may bunch around and cause irritation and discomfort.