Formal and business attire

The pace of a modern metropolis leaves a certain imprint on all spheres of life, including the manner of dressing. Women who are successful in their careers are characterized by their formal-business style of dress. The stereotype associated with the boring look of such a wardrobe has long been forgotten: today this style has many varieties and is a means of correctly presenting oneself along with professional qualities.

The name of the style speaks for itself. Formal and business dress is one of the trends of fashion, which is intended for the business sphere of life. It welcomes severity, restraint and individuality, while not contradicting the business dress code.

In other words, these are clothes for the office, the everyday style of a business and purposeful woman, these are certain rules, a philosophy of life.

In the production of such clothes, high quality natural fabrics and practical accessories are used. The cut often follows strict lines and a certain length. Such clothes do not accept pretentiousness, extravagance and challenge: they are distinguished by elegance, classic styles and a certain combination of ensemble items. Products with a deep neckline and bare shoulders are inappropriate.

It may immediately seem that the official business style is conservative and lost against the background of other bright and fashionable trends. In fact, it is interesting and multifaceted, elegant and has a number of differences.Business style implies a certain status and speaks of a professional business environment.

His philosophy lies in the ability to correctly and appropriately present oneself in accordance with a specific situation. He demonstrates professionalism, competence and a certain position in society.

Such clothing obliges certain behavior. This is restraint, courtesy, the absence of a hint of liberty. Each ensemble depends on the specific case and is selected taking into account the requirements for the dress code.

The advantage of the style is its versatility. It is considered the ideal clothing that suits absolutely everyone: it is men's and women's style, work clothes for children (schoolchildren). Such clothing transforms the appearance of the wearer, it is relevant for people of different ages and builds and is suitable even for pregnant women.

A business wardrobe designed for all seasons. Summer garments are made from thinner textiles; clothes for the cold season are made from thicker materials. At any time of the year, the style stands out noticeably against the background of other fashion trends, showing the nobility and aristocracy of the owner. It is a sense of taste, style, grace.

The golden rules of formal business style are:

• neat, perfect appearance;
• the presence of underwear;
• the presence of tights in any image (regardless of the season);
• sets in a single color;
• non-creasing material texture;
• restraint of a cut;
• classic clothing length;
• lack of pullovers, sweaters in an official outfit;
• classic shoes;

• discreet expensive accessories (gold jewelry, watches);
• business bag of moderate design;
• natural makeup;
• perfect skin;
• lack of piercings and tattoos;
• neat appropriate hairstyle.

In addition to these rules, the official business style does not accept the wearing of such wardrobe items:

• knitted shirts, T-shirts, sleeveless jackets;
• things with inscriptions, stickers, large drawings;
• cropped clothing showing underwear or nudity;
• training (sports) suit;
• leather clothing (including outerwear);
• jeans, skinny, shorts, mini skirts;
• sneakers, gym shoes, beach shoes.

Today, the official business style has many varieties, each of which brings new shades to the image. Office clothing can be austere, everyday business, evening business, with elements of business chic. It is somewhat different from the classical style, it cannot be called sexy, but there are elements of femininity in it.

Formally, the business style is the most conservative variety with clear requirements in the manner of dress. Such an outfit does not recognize manifestations of individuality and has a number of specific requirements:

• plain textiles (wool);
• versatile suit (jacket + skirt, dress, trousers);
• white shirt for men;
• classic skirt (dress) length;
• straight fit of trousers;
• matte flesh-colored tights;
• classic shoes with medium heels;
• minimum of makeup, natural manicure, no loose curls.

The managerial business subtype of style allows for minor manifestations of individuality. Today, it is the most popular of the varieties of business style, allowing you to add bright accents to it, which favorably distinguish a business woman from her circle of colleagues.

This is the style of women in their 40s in leadership positions. His rules are a little more loyal:

• a wider range of colors that does not go beyond the dress code;
• different styles of a suit, often made from expensive textiles on an individual order;
• the presence of a jacket or vest, tights in the image;
• average length of a skirt or dress;
• shirts made of cotton or silk;
• in the heat, products with short sleeves are possible;
• naturalness in makeup and manicure;
• in some cases, loose hair is allowed in the hairstyle.

Informal business style (casual business, youth business) is less demanding and more free in the manifestation of individuality. This dress code is inherent in:

• a wide selection of textiles (linen, wool, tweed, corduroy, etc.);
• a variety of shades of material;
• the length of the skirt and dress is allowed above the knee;
• the outfit can be blouses, tops, thin blouses;
• in summer you can wear products with short sleeves;
• the presence of tights at any time of the year;
• any hairstyles within the bounds of decency;
• catchy accessories, jewelry;
• natural makeup and manicure.

The modern formal business style differs markedly from the original image, when women sought to be at the helm on an equal basis with men. And yet, the basic elements of the costume have remained the same. Although today the cut, silhouette and shape of the suit are more feminine and flowing.

The main elements of the style are the following garments:

• a four-piece suit of a classic style with a laconic cut (the basis of the image);
• a jacket of a man's cut, minimally emphasizing the contours of a woman's figure (without decoration, draperies);
• fitted jacket;
• a strict blouse with a minimally open neckline (in an informal style, a frill collar, flounces are allowed);
• classic-length trousers (straight, tapered);
• vest (designed for an informal formal look);
• straight and tapered skirt;
• cardigan (for the cool season);
• coat (classic cut, practical accessories, discreet color);
• discreet accessories of moderate design (scarves, shawls, low-heeled shoes, expensive watches, small earrings made of gold or silver).

The formal business clothing adheres mainly to classic shades. The main part of such a wardrobe consists of things in white, black, brown, all shades of gray, beige and blue. The style prints are checked, striped, polka dots. The aggressively shiny texture of the material (rhinestones, sequins, sparkles) is excluded. Blouses can be made from iridescent satin or silk.

The color of office and business clothes is more modest than that of household items. Classic tones keep you focused on your work. A bright color of a blouse, accessory or scarf is allowed in the outfit. This allows the austere look to be revived.However, when making up an ensemble, it is important to adhere to the rule: in order for the image to be appropriate and sophisticated, more than three colors cannot be combined in such a suit.

• Suits made in black, gray and dark blue will help show authority and maturity. You can enhance the impression with a contrasting light blouse.
• You can demonstrate a friendly disposition in clothes of muted tones, an outfit of brown, beige, combining a suit with a pastel blouse.
• You can emphasize the creative and sophisticated nature with the unusual contrast of the color of the ensemble (blue with green, dark olive with purple).
• You can make an impression by adding different blouses and accessories to your outfit each time.
• A set consisting of a brown suit and a beige blouse will help to inspire confidence. You can add femininity to this look by wearing a pink product instead of a beige blouse.
• A combination of a black suit and a white or blue blouse will help to maintain a certain distance.

In addition to the timeless classics, other shades are added to the palette of colors every season. Today the collections are diluted with Marsala and terracotta clothes. In no case should you wear clothes in flashy and aggressive shades. Red, bright green, turquoise are excluded. The shades of burgundy and fuchsia will help make a luxurious impression.

• Summer dress code allows for ensemble pieces in watered-down mint and mustard tones. The main palette is light, pastel.
• Autumn shades are characterized by a peculiarity: the colder the autumn, the more often monochrome tones are present in clothes. Early autumn is characterized by non-categorical bright shades.
• The winter suit adheres mainly to dark and rich colors. Striped and plaid prints are appropriate.
• Fresh colors, awakening of nature. Early spring is characterized by light shades (beige, diluted mint); the warmer, the brighter the color of the suit becomes.

The accessories of a modern woman are an object of special worship. In such a wardrobe there may be more than a dozen of them. It is the additions such as bags, watches and shoes that give out the true status of a business woman. Therefore, to create a winning image of the fair sex, they buy expensive style additions.

Business-style bags are distinguished by a wide variety of models and favorably emphasize the status of a business woman. Their features are restraint and a choice aimed at practicality and elegance. Such products are the hallmark of a business woman, they look perfect, they:

• are expensive;
• have a presentable appearance;
• are distinguished by high-quality performance;
• are made from high quality natural materials;
• devoid of pretentious decor;
• have practical fasteners;
• do not accept mechanical damage (scuffs, scratches, cuts);
• made in discreet colors or moderate cheerful shades;
• comfortable and practical;
• have a rectangular, trapezoidal shape and a stable bottom;
• matched to clothes and shoes, can make up a set with gloves or a headdress;
• take into account the dimensions, excluding the wearing of additional packages;
• purchased at different times of the year.

In the wardrobe of a modern business woman, there are handbags of different sizes. Large ones are necessary for papers, elegant envelope bags with a thin strap are good for evening and special occasions. Exclusive branded bags are considered iconic items of business style.

The versatility of the style allows you to choose a harmonious combination of winter or summer wardrobe items for every woman.

Business style kits for schoolchildren are a school dress code. These are strict and discreet clothes. In fact, she mimics the clothes of adults, but is less conservative. Pastel blouses, jackets, vests, turtlenecks, straight skirts and classic trousers with arrows are allowed.

For owners of curvaceous forms, the style will help to look elegant and personable. With the right selection of costume details, you can beat imperfections, visually "stretch" the figure, giving it harmony. Cropped jackets and mini skirts are contraindicated for such women; it is possible to advantageously balance the figure with the help of an elongated jacket with a diagonal or horizontal strip.

A formal business look is perfect for pregnant women: you cannot deny yourself beautiful and elegant clothes. The only difference between such a wardrobe is the subtlety of the cut: it is a high or low waist, an elastic wide belt, a trapezoidal silhouette. Such clothes allow you to feel as comfortable, stylish and beautiful as possible. Styles can accentuate or hide a rounded belly.

Today, the official business image is a real boon for elegant women. It allows you to present yourself favorably, playing up the flaws of the figure, emphasizing its dignity. With each season, new trends come into fashion, which are not left without the attention of self-confident women.

Fashionable business clothing collections reflect boldness and aspiration.

• A duet of trousers and a shirt is in fashion. The styles of trousers are varied (classic, tapered, bananas), but the fit is 5 cm above the waistline.
• A shirt of white color with a fitted silhouette with a different type of collar is actual.
• Abstract prints and a cage have become the fashionable trend of the season: these are the most popular blouses and shirts.
• You cannot do without a fashionable dress: in addition to the classic style and laconic forms, the emphasis of the fashionable image is a sheath dress, straight, with a collar, and cropped sleeves.

• The current length of the skirts is the cut to the knee and mid-calf. Freedom of cut is allowed: fluffy and pleated skirts are popular. Their colors can be plain or with a check print.
• A formal business style trouser set can be of different styles. This is a straight jacket, a fitted jacket, trousers with arrows.
• The hit of the season is small bright accessories of a business look.
• Actual footwear - pumps, ballet flats, open-toed shoes with medium heels. Winter bows are complemented by trendy ankle boots and high boots.
• Stylish double-breasted blazers and cropped trousers in a masculine style will help create a business look.
• Feminine and sensual lines come into fashion: in some cases, knitted dresses that emphasize the figure, cropped jackets and delicate flared skirts are allowed.

You can show your status with the help of a black three-piece suit (jacket, trousers and waistcoat tapered from top to bottom) and a snow-white shirt with a collar and flounces.Black stiletto heels and a large black leather bag complete this look.

A youth business casual can be composed of a white classic blouse with short sleeves, black trousers and a scarf of the same shade of trousers. Stylish accessories of the bow will be complements of beige or black: open shoes, a clutch and a thin belt. Loose hair and natural makeup - and an urban business look is ready.

A tailored suit can be diluted with a dusty pink suit that includes a tailored skirt, a fitted jacket, and a silk blouse with a bow. An original brooch and shoes of the same or similar tone will emphasize the premium quality of the style. The perfect hairstyle for a business set will be sleek hair tucked in at the back.

A black knee-length dress, a gray fitted jacket and loose hair are the basis of a feminine business style. A silver chain and earrings complete the look.