Business Casual Attire for Women

By Lindsey Tonthat

First Impressions First impressions are very

important, especially in a business meeting environment. Not only does arriving on time and the way you speak have an effect on people’s opinion about you, but also the way you present yourself.

Making sure that you dress appropriately is very important for meeting someone for the first time, whether it is for a business meeting or for an interview.

Neutral Colors

You want to keep the color of your clothing neutral when you are dressing business casual. Some neutral colors are grey, brown, navy, black, and khaki.

Wearing bold colors can be a distraction. Also stay away from crazy prints and designs on clothing. Try to keep it simple.

Dress According To Your Work Industry

Different work industries have different dress codes and you should dress according to their dress type. For instance, if you are working as a cashier, you

would not come to work in a suit. Instead, you would most likely wear the store’s

uniform which would consist of a collared shirt and slacks.

Certain job positions require you to dress business casual or business formal. It all depends on the work industry that you are working in.

Understanding Different Dress Environments

It’s good to know how to dress appropriately for different events. If you are going to a business casual event, your attire would include anything from slacks, trousers, a blouse, dress shirt, or a finger-tip length dress.

You want to make sure that you are dressed appropriately; meaning that you aren’t too dressy and that you’re not too casual. On the next slide are some tips for dressing business casual.

10 Do’s for Business Casual Attire for Women

1. Wear clothing and shoes that fit2. Tops should be tailored shirts or blouses3. Use good hygiene and be neat4. Wear conservative jewelry and keep it a minimum5. Stick to flats if you cannot walk in heels6. Pants should be creased and tailored7. Keep makeup natural looking8. Shoes should be closed toe for the most

conservative look9. Have good judgment: if wearing a skirt and it’s cold

outside, wear hose10. Purses should be structured and kept simple

10 Don’ts Of Business Casual Attire for Women

1. Don’t wear clothing that is too revealing2. Don’t wear strong perfume3. Leggings or yoga pants are not acceptable4. Don’t wear athletic wear or crop tops5. Ripped clothing is not appropriate 6. Don’t wear skirts or dresses that are high above

the knee7. Don’t wear patterns that are too loud8. Don’t wear jeans unless your work industry says

it’s acceptable9. Don’t sag your pants10. Don’t wear wrinkled clothing

Examples of Appropriate Business Casual Attire

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http://www.career.vt.edu/JobSearchGuide/BusinessCasualAttire.html#WOMEN

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http://smallbusiness.chron.com/first-impressions-business-etiquette-2908.html

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