Q&A for How to Dress Smart Casual (Females)

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    Where can I buy smart casual clothes?
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    Many department stores offer a variety of clothing options that can create smart casual outfits. Fashion stores can also have pieces that can create a smart casual outfit, but you will have to use your best judgement. Store employee can always help you shop for specific styles.
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    What are the perfect shoes for casual?
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    White converse and loafers without patterns are good, whatever is clean, comfortable and fits your style is fine.
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    Can I wear a sweater with dress jeans and high boots?
    Community Answer
    Yes.
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    Are blue jeans and a long sleeved blouse considered casual attire?
    Community Answer
    Yes, that is a casual outfit.
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    If we wear full sleeves, then it is smart?
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    If you mean long sleeves, the sleeve length doesn't really make a difference. Long sleeves are fine; other lengths are also fine.
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    Can I wear a long dress?
    Community Answer
    Yes, a long dress would look very nice.
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    If I have to wear smart casual as a hospitality professional, what should I wear?
    Community Answer
    Wear a black or navy skirt or smart trousers and a plain white or light colored blouse or shirt with a collar and low heeled shoes (no sneakers).
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    Should I wear makeup when dressing casually?
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    Looks fine either way, and is a question of personal choice, really. Even a few light tones of blusher, lipstick, or gloss add subtle interest and can blend in well with your casual look. Either way, like a belt or necklace accessory, you can use it or lose it. But it works well with casual clothes in strong or light applications and shows a bit of effort. Mix and match your eye shadow with outfit tones, and continue wearing dark liners if you wish.
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    Can I wear boyfriend ripped jeans with a chemise on top?
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    You can wear anything you want, but that choice would not be considered smart casual because of the ripped jeans. A chemise without a sweater or jacket is also too lingerie-like for smart casual.
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    Are boots appropriate for a 'smart casual' dress code for an interview?
    Community Answer
    Not usually, but it depends on the boot. A fashionable, dressier boot may work.
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    Can I wear leggings to a job interview?
    Shelbysays
    Community Answer
    No; leggings are too casual. Wear a good-quality pair of hose to the interview.
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    Can I wear a dressy tank top, pants, and black wedges as a smart casual outfit?
    Community Answer
    Yes, I would say that outfit is the definition of smart casual.
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    Are blue jeans and a black t-shirt suitable for smart casual?
    Otterly Badgerific
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    As long as the jeans are of good quality, a professional style and cut, and the t-shirt is high quality and neat, then yes, this would be a suitable combination for smart casual.
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