Many of us have been invited to a party or event and scratched our heads at what to wear. If you’ve got a corporate hospitality event coming up, it can be even more important that you make the right impression. Here are a few tips on dressing for a corporate event.
Check the Invitation
It’s important to understand exactly where you’re going and what you’ll be doing. There may also be a specified dress code, such as ‘black tie’ or ‘business attire’. If there are no set requirements, you’ll need to do a little bit of research to make sure you don’t stand out for all the wrong reasons!
Clarify ‘Smart Casual’
This is a phrase that can create confusion among men and women! Does it mean jeans or shorts can be worn? Is a jacket required? Are sandals acceptable? When it comes to a corporate event, ‘business casual’ might the way to go. As suggested by Entrepreneur, a smart pair of trousers, tailored skirt or dark jeans with a shirt and jacket can be a good general option.
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Research the Venue (or Venues)
If the event is taking place away from the office, it’s a good idea to do a little digging into the type of venue you’ll be going to. Is it a suite at Ermanno Palace, an upscale golf weekend at Carnoustie, a day out at the Epsom races or a night at a casino? Multi-day events, such as those organised by https://edgeglobalevents.com/, are becoming more popular. Of course, these will require a selection of suitable outfits for day and evening.
Find Out Who Will Be at the Event
A final tip is to make sure you know who you might run into at the event. If the CEO, President or a VIP guest is going to be there, you might want to take a more conservative and professional approach to your dress. Ask around the office and use the opportunity to find out what your colleagues plan to wear.
Nowadays, corporate hospitality can take many forms. Being invited to an event can offer a terrific opportunity to network, build relationships and represent your organisation. With a little bit of consideration ahead of time, you can really dress to impress and get the most out of the event.