The Appropriate Women's Attire for Every Occasion

By Peter Minkoff, UK Correspondent

Even though dressing appropriately for a specific type of an event may seem like a piece of cake, there certainly are occasions that require more thought and attention, which is why a lot of ladies have a hard time coming up with their perfect combos. If you’re one of them, too, just make sure to stay with us and keep on reading, because we’re here to help you out. Here is a little guide on how to dress appropriately for every occasion, so check it out and enjoy!

How to dress for a job interview?

You’ve probably already heard of a ‘dress for the job you want, not the one you have’ saying, and you know what? This definitely is true, and you should always dress your best when it comes to job interviews. Dressing smart is a good choice when speaking of this occasion, so bring up your favorite fitted blazer, a nice button-down, a pair of perfectly tailored pants, and a pair of statement heels. No matter what position you’re applying for, you should always look neat and professional, which will show your employer that you care about every aspect of your potential job. Apart from clothes, you should also make sure that your hair is clean and that your nails are short and painted a neutral color. These will undoubtedly contribute to your overall smart look.

How to dress for a wedding?

When it comes to weddings, it’s important to state that most of them will have a particular dress code to follow, so you should always stick to the rules set by the bride and groom because their big day is, quite logically, all about them. Of course, you shouldn’t wear white under any circumstances – it’s a huge no-no as this colour is reserved exclusively for the bride. Even cream and similar nude shades should be avoided, since these are very similar to the bridal white. Speaking of your wedding guest attire, you should probably stick to an elegant cocktail dress in either pastel or bright shade (both of which are, by the way, in style this year). Match it with a pair of stylish strappy sandals for a spring/summer wedding, or classy pumps for an autumn/winter wedding, and you’ll nail your outfit like a true fashionista.

How to dress for a music festival?

Even though music festivals are said to have no rules at all, at least when it comes to dressing, there are some general tips you should follow in order to look your best. Of course, there are certain trends girls from all over the globe love to keep up with, and one of them is boho chic. Garments made of natural, lightweight materials, and statement details like fringe and feathers make this trend exactly what it is, and there are also fabulous off-the-shoulder tops made of lace fabric with crochet panels which are true representatives of trendy festival clothing everyone will love to rock. As for the footwear, you should pick stylish gladiator sandals or a pair of fashionable sneakers – just remember to put your comfort first and you won’t make a mistake!

How to dress for a business dinner?

Even though dressing properly for a business dinner seems like a no-brainer, the fact is that a lot of ladies struggle with finding an appropriate combo for such an occasion simply because they aren’t sure how they are supposed to look. You should know that a business dinner is still business, so you should definitely opt for such attire. Apart from acting professional and responsible, you should dress professionally as well, so that your potential business partners know what you’re up to and what they can expect from you. So, dressing smart is never a bad choice here, but if the occasion is more casual, like a company picnic, you can also dress down and wear something more casual instead. Everything will be fine as long as you don’t opt for something provocative, because you’re representing your company and should act appropriately because of that.

As you can see, choosing an appropriate clothing combo for a particular occasion doesn’t have to be as tricky as you probably thought. All you have to do is to stick to our tips and follow some general rules, and you’ll surely be more than fine!