Professional women can stay polished and refined by wearing the right clothing for the right business or social events. Dressing appropriately gives off an undeniable air of confidence and sophistication that suits any woman well. Listed below are the style categories for the professional businesswoman that explain the best ways to dress for various events and occasions.

Attract business

Business attire is a category of formal style that relates to business functions and events. The formal business appeal is usually a matching skirt (or pants) suit that includes a jacket and a set of pants. Formal business attractions can be used for business trips, business presentations and meetings, business lunches and interviews. It is strongly recommended that women choose suits in basic colors for conservative appeal such as black, navy or gray.

Business casual

Business Casual is less formal than the usual business attracts and includes mixed pieces. Women can combine a jacket or blazer with a skirt or pants (but the pieces do not have to be identical). Casual business attractions are ideal for everyday business use. It can also be used for less formal meetings and events or business lunches. Informal business attractions are very common for social networking and events during the afternoon and evening.

Casual

Casual attire is the least formal of the style categories and is basically relaxed clothing. A blazer / jacket is not required and usually includes a top and bottom set. Informal garments are kakis, dark jeans, casual pants, button-down shirts, cardigans and shell sets, V-neck sweaters, blouses, skirts, professional gauchos, capris, etc. It is important to maintain a refined appearance by wearing neat and ironed casual clothing in commercial settings.

Formal wear

Formal wear are formal party and evening dresses that are long and elegant. They can be used at gala events, balls / evenings, or fundraisers. Dresses can include maxi dresses or skirt and top sets. Formal wear can vary in various colors, but black and white is common. Many women choose to wear shawls, scarves, or pashminas for their outerwear instead of coats for formal events.

Semiformal / Cocktail

Semi-formal and cocktail dresses are party dresses. They are usually knee-length or shorter and are less formal than traditional dresses. The basic colors for semi-formal and cocktail clothing are usually black. The styles of these dresses are more modern and fashionable compared to formal wear. Women tend to more accessorize semi-formal and cocktail dresses using bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry to brighten up their outfits.