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Business Formal Morning/Day For Her
(USA and Canada)
Hat
Hats are not normally worn| There may be some regional variations, particularly due to local climate and season. |
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Neck
Coat
| Dark Coat | Raincoat / Mac'If weather requires.
More practical on public transport and popular in citys. |
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Jacket
No Jacket| Jackets are not normally required for ladies. Although suits are increasingly popular. |
| Suit Jacket| A lady's buisiness suit is an increasingly popular choice especially in senior roles. |
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Top
Blouse| Clean and well pressed. White is the universally prefered color. |
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Bottom
Suit SkirtMust match the jacket.
At least knee length. |
| Smart SkirtPreferably dark, gray, or biege in color.
At least knee length. |
| PantsBlack, gray, navy, brown, or khakis are suitable colors.
Tailored.
With creases. |
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Footwear
Accessories
WatchIf desired.
Should be a good quality analogue watch. |
| JewelryA small amount of jewelry may normally be worn but should not distract from your status as a professional business person.
Avoid religious symbols if possible.
There is more scope for jewelry in a creative role than there is in a more conservative environment. |
| Rings| A wedding or engagement ring is always allowed. Other rings should be kept to a minimum. |
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Notes
In GeneralDifferent industries, cultures, and companies have their own conventions which you should try observe and adopt.
The purpose of full business dress is to present a uniform face which is conducive to business so it is generally counter productive to individualise your own style.
People generally like to do business with people like them themselves as they often feel they can communicate and work well with them. |
| Dress For SuccessGenerally it's best to 'fit in', so take your cue from your peers and try to dress to the same standard. This helps with interpersonal communication.
Or if you are ambitious and don't mind showing it, dress to the standard of the role that you aspire to. |
| Religious ItemsReligious clothing or other items are generally allowed if they are prescribed by a recognised religion.
Optional items may not be appropriate if they may impact on those around you or restrict your activities.
Policy varies between organisations but in western cultures there is normally a right in law to wear clothing required by religious belief, except where this prevents you from fulfilling your duties (such as where it might conflict with Health and Safety conciderations). |
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