| Smart Casual A dress code that is common in the academic circles, typically during events like lectures or presentations. Top - Collared shirt with long sleeves. In western context, Polo-shirts are sometimes accepted Neckwear - Not necessary Cufflinks - Not necessary Belt - No fancy designs Bottom - Long Pants. Denim is sometimes accepted Shoes - Leather shoes with colour that matches that of the belt. i.e. brown shoes with brown belt |
Business Casual In general, business casual means dressing professionally, relaxed and yet near. Top - Collared shirt with long sleeves Neckwear - Not necessary Cufflinks - Not necessary Belt - Black / Brown. Bottom - Long Pants. Denim is strictly not acceptable Shoes - Leather shoes with colour that matches that of the belt. i.e. brown shoes with brown belt Although a tie is not normally required, the shirt should be able to accomodate one when needed.
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| Business Formal This is the standard dresscode in a formal business environment. Outerwear - Plain dark suits are the safest option. A pinstripe may be a good choice for more senior staff. Top - Collared dress shirt. White is the universally accepted colour and shirt is ideally double cuffed. The top button of the collar must be done up. Neckwear - Tie is required, bow ties are acceptable but very unusual. Avoide novelty items.
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Cufflinks - Recommended. Avoid novelty items. Belt - Black / Brown. Bottom - Suit trousers. It is important that the colour matches exactly with the suit. Shoes - Laced up leather shoes. Colour should match that of the belt. i.e. brown shoes with brown belt The bottomline: take cue from your peers and dress to the same standard. When appropriate, dress to the standard of the role that you aspire to be.
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| Formal - Black Tie The 'Black Tie' is for semi-formal evening events or social functions. Outerwear - A dinner jacket (UK) or tuxedo (US) is required, together with a low-cut waistcoat or cummerbund Top - White dress shirt, either with a stiff or pleated front Neckwear - Black silk bow tie Cufflinks and shirt studs - Required Bottom - Trousers with silk braids matching the lapels. Worn with braces. Shoes - Black leather shoes, polished
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Formal - White Tie The 'White Tie' is the most formal evening dress code. It is worn at events such as balls or formal dinners. Outerwear - Black tailcoat with silk facings, horizontally cut away at the front. White low-cut waistcoat. Top - White stiff-fronted shirt with stiff-winged collar Neckwear - White bow tie Cufflinks and shirt studs - Required Bottom - Black trousers with a braid (US) or two stripes (Europe). Worn with braces. Shoes - Black leather shoes, polished It is common to wear medals, sashes or other decorations with white tie dress
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