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

  • 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!!)

  • 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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