what is the proper attire for a business meeting in london?
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A conservative navy blue or charcoal grey suit, black shoes and socks, conservative tie, white shirt. Keep the suit coat buttoned, and don't call anyone by their first names - use surnames (last names) only.
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If you are dressing casual for work, then you can still look good. In fact you should - no matter what people say, we still judge to a degree on appearance. Therefore don't look too messy!\nIf you are going casual, then something like a smart polo or sports shirt will go down well.\nSome good quality trousers, perhaps khaki, will always go down well - avoid jeans though unless it is a very relaxed environment and you know that this will be acceptable!\nIf you wear casual shoes, then ensure that this does not mean messy or muddy either! Shoes should still be good looking and in decent condition - there is no excuse for messiness in the work place!\nIt's one of the biggest mistakes that you have to spend a lot of money to look good.\nNot only has the standard of cheaper clothing in the shops come up in leaps and bounds as processes become more and more accurate, but the charity shops tend to have a greater range than ever as people always eager to wear the latest items dispose of items more and more regularly.\nYou can pick up great looking outfits and true bargains at charity shops.\nAnd remember, what's out of fashion now will come back in in a couple of years! You can store cheap items away to wear with pride the next time that they come into fashion.\nSo, don't despair if you are hard-up, with a little perseverance you can find lots of great items cheaply that still make you look like the classy lady that you are!\nYou can dress in a classy manner without a lot of money. The key is to avoid a few classic mistakes that people make:\nFirst off you should ensure that you don't wear any jewellery, whether earrings or brooches or other attachments, don't look tacky. This is the biggest thing that stops you looking classy. Therefore if wearing fake jewellery don't draw attention to it and keep it to gold and silver fakes.\nDon't dye your hair a strange colour and don't put too much effort into it with creams and gels, simple hairstyles tend to be what the rich go for.\nIf you want to act classy too, then you could consider doing a little bit of well placed namedropping just to set the scene that you are someone who moves in those circles. \nThe key is to consider what the event is then pick something suitable\nFor instance, if you are going to a very posh restaurant then dress different for seeing a film at the cinema.\nThe key is to be smartly dressed, but also do not dress up as something you are not. If you tend to slouch around in casuals, then don't go overboard in creating a false impression as it will soon wear off.\nPay particular attention to your feet - one of the first places women look is at shoes! If you can't take care of them, then women might think, even if subconsciously, then you can't take care of yourself and certainly not her either! A smart pair of shoes are really a must.\nGood luck!!
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A sport coat and color-coordinated dress slacks with a pastel dress shirt might do. But a solid navy-blue or medium-to-dark gray business suit is best, as is a solid-white, long-sleeve dress shirt with a conservative silk tie. Silk makes a smaller, much nicer knot than most other fabrics. If you can't afford 100-percent silk, try a silk blend. \nA tie clip or pin will keep your tie from flopping around when you open your sport coat or suit jacket. \nWear calf-length dress socks (not crew or tube socks) that match the color of your suit. \nWear low-heeled, conservative dress shoes that are color coordinated with your suit. (For example, don't wear brown shoes with a navy-blue or gray suit. Wear black.) Some say that laced shoes are dressier than loafers, but that's a minor detail. The important thing is to wear conservative, color-coordinated dress shoes, not sneakers, cowboy boots, etc. \nDon't go without a belt if you're wearing pants with belt loops. Wear a dress belt that matches your shoes (e.g., black with black). \nGet a professional haircut or trim. If you can't stand the thought of cutting your long hair for interviews, at least tie it back in a ponytail. But short, well-groomed hair is best. \nClean-shaven is the best way to go too. If you have a beard or moustache, shave it off for interviews. If you just can't, at least make sure it's well-groomed. \nIf you ordinarily wear one or more earrings, remove them before interviews
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Just dress up the same as you would if you were going to attend a Christmas party. The idea is to be dressy but dress warm. Crushed velvet, suede, wool, cashmere, leather are fabrics that would work. Like you're about to attend a church or office job.
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Wear black, as you may have guessed.  Long sleeves and long skirt preferably, but it depends on how observant the ceremony will be. If it is Reform you can get away with short sleeves but stay away from sleeveless. I would not wear anything that shows your legs at all.  I was raised in a conservative Jewish home. Any religious event  both girls and boys are asked to cover their heads. You will not need to supply your own head covering. If they expect you to cover your head they will have little lace for the girls and a yamicha, or keepah, for the boys. \nIf they are really traditional they may separate the men and women so be observant and try to notice what everyone else is doing.  You may find this to be a neat learning experience. The Jewish religion is filled with ancient traditions.
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It depends on where you go. If you go to a nice fancy restaurant, then a sports jacket, dark jeans and a nice turtle neck sweater (cashmier if possible) will do. If it's a casual setting, then jeans and a button-down shirt will do.
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It is perfectly acceptable to ask your sponsor about any unique customs.  In general, good table manners, respectful conversation and dress are appropriate.  The specifics largely depend on the type of dinner you will attend.  If it is a small, private affair, then one acts as one might at any dinner party.  If it is a public feast then there may be additional considerations according to the traditions of the institution.\n\nI recommend reading De Brett's Guide to Modern Etiquette for a detailed discussion of dinner-related manners.  It is the de facto standard for British gentlemen.
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This really depends where you are seated.  Lots of tourists watch West End plays and most of them are casually dressed.  Better stay on the safe side and wear something dressy but not too dressy.
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It's an interview, dress nice. Since they said informal, slacks and a nice blouse would be good.
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If you already work with the manager then you should know what kind of clothes he or she wears.  This would be a clue as to what the manager expects co workers to wear.
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I agree with jakaski.\nYou should wear a business suit.  Ladies should wear skirts as you would on your first day at a new job.  The skirt should comed right below your knee.\nIf you work in a really conservative enviroment keep it navy blue or black.  But if you all are a little more flexible, play with color a little.  Try a red suit or a deep purple.\nWear flesh tone panty hose and solid color shoes.
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Hi there ! English is one of the most tough market for fabrics / garments. Please try picking the right color & a visit to UK during the show at NEC (Birmingham) will be the best way to develop contacts.\n\nMake an appointment at British High COmmission, new Delhi & they will provide u with more Uk stats.\n\nKeep in mind that Uk is very price sensative n normally perfers peach-ish colors ! Though the Londoniers luv all black outfit !!!!!!!\n\nTry co-ordinating for a buyer seller meet organized under Export promotion Councils n m sure it will be quite economical as well as effective. You might get an MDA grant of almost 90 % of your expense if you are under 10 Cr (indian Rs) company & u visit UK under BSM progaram.\n\nLet me know if u require any other info. \n\nCheers ... God Bless
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Hun - Dress very nicely, but not too sexy.  Speak to everyone and do not drink too much.  Go home with whoever brought you.  Just be nice and professional.  Have fun.  GBU
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Call the restaurant and ask how their patrons typically dress for luncheons. The more upscale the place, the more subtle your makeup and accessories. Sounds like you are on the right track.  If you wear a suit, try not to look like a sales representative. Wear something elegant that you feel comfortable and natural in. Minimal makeup and a simple jewelry is always right for a daytime engagement. A light crisp fragrance is the icing on the cake. Save the more dramatic trappings for evening.
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A nice pant suit is fine with a jacket you can put on or off depending upon whether or not you get warm. Wear with a pretty \ncamisole top
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In the case of interviews, it is best to be over-dressed rather than under-dressed. Go with the suit and tie. It won't hurt.
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Definitely.  You want to promote the dress codes of the field of work you are teaching.  I'm assumung that NY businessmen wear ties, so therefor NY business students should learn the appropriate dress codes straight away!