There was a time when wearing some form of tailoring to work—a full suit, dress shirt, and tie, or a business casual look—was standard. While those rules still apply certain places, the shift toward ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In a sense, "smart casual"sounds like an oxymoron. If you're dressing smart, you're not dressing casual, ...

When I was a recruiter for big tech in their explosion years, I saw a lot of candidates and a lot of styles of dress. The one that worked in that world has extended into many other arenas, and that’s ...

A smart-casual wedding dress code means polished yet relaxed outfits, avoiding anything too formal, bold, or overly casual. Consider the wedding’s time and location to guide your outfit—light fabrics ...

Picture this: you’re invited to a relaxed, low-key wedding. You’re excited to celebrate the nuptials until you scan the invitation and see two terrifying words. Smart. Casual. Smart casual seems like ...

A “smart casual” dress code is one of the trickiest to dress for. But what does that even mean? Often suggested for informal work socials or networking events, smart casual style revolves around ...

Smart and casual: the yin and yang of putting your clothes on in the morning. On one end of the axis is you dressed in a top hat and tails on your wedding day. At the other, you in jeans and your best ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Let's just say it: I love a dress code. Give me an absurdly specific set of sartorial regulations and ...

Navigating the dress code for a work dinner can be tricky, especially when the goal is to strike a balance between classy and casual. Making the right fashion choices can enhance your professional ...