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Are Pants Optional?
How to Wear the Pants in Business
If business casual is accepted in your organization, you can wear pants with blouses, knitted tops, and sweaters. A sweater set is a smart combination for a professional business casual look. It is more polished and gives you a jacket look without the need of a structured jacket. When wearing pants, always wear earrings and other accessories such as pins, scarves or necklaces. Also remember that when wearing pants you will be noticed more, which demands a high quality trouser as well as impeccable cut and fit. Follow the same guidelines as for the skirt: Pleats must remain closed without pulling, pockets need to remain closed and the waistband should be loose enough to insert two fingers. Adjust the trousers' hem to mid-heel length for an elegant polished look. Avoid too short a hem when you wear trousers. We are getting closer to the time when women wearing pants in the professional world will be just as acceptable as men wearing pants. Until then, make sure that you understand the expected dress standards of each business interaction and dress accordingly. Remember that "if you want respect in business, you want to dress better than your industry standards."
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