What to wear to a work dinner
Business dinners and out-of-office meetings are stressful, and the last thing you want to be thinking about is your outfit – but you also know you’ve got to nail it to make that first impression count. Getting dressed for a work dinner is certainly not as simple as choosing what to wear in the office but it’s also a good opportunity to dress confidently.
Take a deep breath and relax, because we’ve got you covered with these five work dinner looks. Now all you have to worry about is not slipping up in front of your boss.
1. Chic midi dress
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The right midi dress is perfect for a work outing or dinner. It gives you confidence, makes you appear more feminine and overall, suits so many body types. Pick a bold color, like this neon pink, throw on a a long coat and a pair of chic knee-high boots and you’re good to go!
Sharagano
Front Zip Shirtdress Brown
$33.99
Rue La La
Dolce & Gabbana
Rose Bouquet-print Poplin Shirt Dress - Woman Dresses Multicolor 40
$3,245.00
Dolce & Gabbana
Exquise
Tobie Sleeveless Shirtdress by Exquise
$188.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Flower Bouquet-print Poplin Shirt Dress - Woman Dresses Multicolor 38
$3,245.00
Dolce & Gabbana
2. A chic knitted sweater
A knitted sweater is laid back enough to be comfortable but chic enough to be worn to a work function. Dress it up with cool maxi skirt or perhaps your favorite heeled booties or pumps.
-25%
Lune Active
Blake Cable Knit Half-Zip Sweater
$142.00
$190.00
Neiman Marcus
Anne Klein
Cable Knit Sweater White
$69.99
Rue La La
Dior
Brown Open Knit Key-hole Neck Jumper Size XS
$346.52
HEWI
Fate
Mock Neck Cable Knit Sweater Brown
$49.99
Rue La La
3. A business worthy vest
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Change it up and throw on a suit vest! They’re classy and dressy, but can be worn on your days off too. Pair it with cool slacks for a professional look, or with jeans for when you go out on the weekend. Opt for a classic beige or black that will go with everything – or if you feel like letting your creative side show, why not try one in a bold pattern or print!
-47%
Frankie Shop
Gelso tailored waistcoat - women - Rayon/Lyocell/Wool - S - Grey Gray
$125.00
$235.00
FARFETCH
-50%
Nissa
faux-leather waistcoat - women - Acetate/Polyurethane/Polyester - 40 - Black
$264.00
$525.00
FARFETCH
-65%
Max Mara
Aureo maxi waistcoat - women - Flax - 42 - White
$376.00
$1,079.00
FARFETCH
Liu Jo
waistcoat-detail maxi dress - women - Polyester - 40 - Black
$364.00
FARFETCH
4. Clashing patterns
Make a statement with some clashing patterns. You can do this with anything from pants to a skirt, or even a dress with a clashing pattern jacket! Wear shoes in a solid colour so you don’t distract from the clothing too much.
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Relaxed Button Down Shirt Yellow
$35.99
Rue La La
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
3/4 Sleeve Blouse Black
$26.99
Rue La La
Balenciaga
Long-Sleeve Button-Down Cocoon Shirt Blue
$1,750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-37%
LoveShackFancy
gingham midi skirt - women - Linen/Flax/Cotton - 4 - White
$307.00
$490.00
FARFETCH
-40%
Forte_Forte
gingham-check cotton shorts - women - Cotton - 00 - White
$234.00
$390.00
FARFETCH
-50%
-56%
Red Valentino
gingham-check mini skort - women - Polyester/Cotton/Cotton - 40 - Blue
$213.00
$486.00
FARFETCH
5. Bold blazers
Blazers will forever be a go-to for business-related events and everything in between. You can’t go wrong with a bold color or an eye-catching print! Blazers are extremely versatile and can be worn over a dress, skirt, or wide leg trousers.
Theory
Etiennette Wool Blazer
$425.00
Neiman Marcus
-67%
Cole Haan
Womens Go-To Emalia Slide Bow Sandals - Brown Size 10.5
$49.97
$150.00
Cole Haan
Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$160.00
Cole Haan
