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The field of consulting covers a broad range of companies, and likewise dress codes. But here are some general guidelines for expected dress in the consulting field, straight from the words of Human Resource Managers.

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While "traditional business" attire may not be seen often in technology companies (this is the industry that launched business casual, after all), there are still occasions when it is appropriate. And when in doubt of what to wear, you won't go wrong if you dress a step above what you think is expected.

Here are some dress code tips for the engineering and technology fields, in the words of Human Resource Managers from companies across the country.

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While business casual is typically the day-to-day look at most advertising agencies, traditional business is still appropriate for interviews. Creativity is encouraged with the use of interesting colors, textures, accessories or shoes (within reason). Looking too formal can actually be a negative in creative fields.

So here are some guidelines on expected dress code for those in advertising and media -- straight from the words of Human Resource Managers from around the country.

When your grandparents (and possibly parents) were your age, the rules for business dress were easy: wear a suit. Not so anymore. Now there are just about as many different dress codes as there are companies. So what's a newly hired student to do?

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In this field, appropriate attire depends on the department; office areas tend to be business casual, while patient care positions wear scrubs or lab coats. For interviews, it's always appropriate to wear business attire, even if your position will require scrubs on a daily basis.

Now here are some dress code guidelines for the healthcare industry in the words of Human Resource Managers from across the country.

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Dress codes in the manufacturing field are nearly as varied as the types of products the companies represent. But one common denominator is that even when allowed to dress casual for work, you must still take pride in your appearance and remember that you are representing your company to everyone you meet.

Now here are some dress code guidelines for the manufacturing industry, straight from the words of Human Resource Managers at manufacturers of all kinds.

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The world of banking and finance tends to be one of the most conservative in business. While there are many variables, depending on the organization or even from one department to another, typically the dress code is either traditional business or a high level of business casual.

So here's what's expected for dress in the banking and finance industry, in the words of Human Resource Managers from organizations in all parts of the country.

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While dress codes in this industry tend to be more conservative, especially at the higher levels, there may still be a lot of variation depending on your role and employer. So here are some dress code guidelines for the fields of law, government and politics, straight from the words of Human Resource experts.