A Guide to Western Business Attire for Women
As discussed in other pages, western business attire is a requirement for conferences. Luckily, female business attire is usually cheaper than men’s, but the trends tend to change more often. Just remember that a well-tailored, black suit will never go out of style, and can be paired with almost any shirt or shoes so long as they are professional. Skirts and dresses are of course options as well, but they must be appropriate. It’s extremely important to look professional, so investing in some good dress clothes if you don’t already have some is a good idea.
The Basics
Unfortunately, it’s hard to say what the “basics” of business attire for women are because of how many combinations of outfits can be put together. Essentials include:
• Flats
• Nice blouses
• Dress pants and/or dress skirts
• Blazers
It’s a good idea to own these things for not only MUN purposes but for anything else that may require dress clothes. Again, women’s business attire is usually fairly cheap.
The Basics
Unfortunately, it’s hard to say what the “basics” of business attire for women are because of how many combinations of outfits can be put together. Essentials include:
• Flats
• Nice blouses
• Dress pants and/or dress skirts
• Blazers
It’s a good idea to own these things for not only MUN purposes but for anything else that may require dress clothes. Again, women’s business attire is usually fairly cheap.
Skirts and Dresses
Skirts can certainly be worn at conferences, so long as they are not too short. A few inches above the knee is the shortest a skirt should go, and the same goes for dresses. Because our conferences usually take place when the weather is very cold, tights, leggings, or pantyhose are a good idea if you are going to wear a skirt. Black skirts and dresses are usually best because they go with anything, but colors are fine too.
Skirts can certainly be worn at conferences, so long as they are not too short. A few inches above the knee is the shortest a skirt should go, and the same goes for dresses. Because our conferences usually take place when the weather is very cold, tights, leggings, or pantyhose are a good idea if you are going to wear a skirt. Black skirts and dresses are usually best because they go with anything, but colors are fine too.
Dress Pants
Dress pants are a must, and unlike skirts and dresses, neutral colors are all I would recommend. Black dress pants can go with anything, and grey dress pants are better for brighter colored blouses or blazers. However, you can still wear bright colors with black dress pants. Because of how the weather usually is at conferences, dress pants are probably more practical than skirts or dresses.
Dress pants are a must, and unlike skirts and dresses, neutral colors are all I would recommend. Black dress pants can go with anything, and grey dress pants are better for brighter colored blouses or blazers. However, you can still wear bright colors with black dress pants. Because of how the weather usually is at conferences, dress pants are probably more practical than skirts or dresses.
Blouses
Because there are so many different kinds if blouses, it’s difficult to specify which would be best. All that needs to be said is that straps are essential, cleavage is unacceptable, and the blouse needs to be professional.
Because there are so many different kinds if blouses, it’s difficult to specify which would be best. All that needs to be said is that straps are essential, cleavage is unacceptable, and the blouse needs to be professional.
Blazers
Blazers are not essential, but they are a good way to stay warm and look very professional while doing it. If you have a blouse that you love, but are worried about the sleeve length, adding a blazer is an easy fix. Blazers are also a good way to add color to your outfit without it being overbearing or distracting. The great thing about blazers is that they can be the focal piece of your outfit, and you can have fun with them.
Blazers are not essential, but they are a good way to stay warm and look very professional while doing it. If you have a blouse that you love, but are worried about the sleeve length, adding a blazer is an easy fix. Blazers are also a good way to add color to your outfit without it being overbearing or distracting. The great thing about blazers is that they can be the focal piece of your outfit, and you can have fun with them.
Shoes
Dress shoes are a must, because wearing tennis shoes with business attire is extremely unprofessional. Flats are excellent for conferences, because they are professional and can be comfortable. For the sake of your feet, do not wear high heels; you will regret it.
Dress shoes are a must, because wearing tennis shoes with business attire is extremely unprofessional. Flats are excellent for conferences, because they are professional and can be comfortable. For the sake of your feet, do not wear high heels; you will regret it.