How to Dress for Events
There are two general categories of business attire: business professional and business casual. Use this page as a cheat sheet for how to dress.
Casual vs. Professional
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Business Casual
This style blends traditional business wear with a more relaxed style. Generally….
Menswear:
Business dress pants
Khakis
Button-down shirt/ dress shirt
Sweater
Polo
Closed toed shoes (loafers, bluchers, oxfords etc)
Women:
Slacks/ dress pants
Knee-length skirt
Blouse
Sweater
Heels or flats
(no jeans!!)
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Business Professional
This style is more conservative and dressed-up. Generally….
Menswear:
Dark-colored (gray, navy) suit
Button down shirt
Simple tie, avoiding bright colors or busy pattern
Closed toed shoes (loaders, bluchers, oxfords, etc)
Women:
Dress of appropriate length
Skirt
Slacks
Button-down blouse
Blazer
Heels (less than 3 inches), loafers, flats
Simple jewelry
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Business professional 1
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Business professional 2
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Business professional 3
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