Classy, elegant and professional, are the words that rightly describe business suits. One may need to wear suits if it is the dress code or you may have to wear them on special occasions and formal events. While the basic elements of business suits for women remain the same, you can add those few stylish elements to make your piece a unique one. Here's more about the same.
Types and Options
Women can opt for the pant suits and skirt suits. In both the cases apart from the pant or skirt, the suit consists of a jacket matching with the skirt or pant which can be worn on a full sleeved shirt. You can choose the style of pant and skirt that suits you the best.
Skirts usually come with a slit or a thin pleat, extending a few inches above the seam. These will add a comfort element to those tight skirts. The length of skirts must be just 1-2 inches above your knees, not more than that for professional attire. In case the skirt is tight, go for knee-length skirts. You can also opt for high-waisted skirts. While you take trials of the skirt remember to check the length by sitting down.
Pants can be more comfy than skirts. You can choose from flared, boot-cut, skinny slacks to wide leg pattern of the suit pants. Petite women should not wear flared or boot cut pants as these will make them look shorter. Flat front pants are best to be picked while choosing suits for plus size women. A pleated front will give a bulky look.
You can go for plain shirts in neutral colors like white, off with, sky blue, lemon yellow, according to the color of your suit. Plain shirts are the best choice. For a stylish look you can have a single-colored shirt with pinstripes.
In jackets you can pick the single breasted or double breasted piece. You can choose one with a flap, patch or besom(slit) pocket style. Besom pockets, undoubtedly look the best. Suits usually have 1-3 buttons. Check out which one you want to opt for. For adding that trendy element you can have a piece with a line of buttons on the sleeves. You can choose to have designer suits with patterned seams for the lapel. Tuxedos are also a great style to go in for to make a classy and elegant style statement.
Colors and Patterns
Black, brown, gray, navy is what you can always pick. While the dark colors have always been known to be the best for business attire, you can definitely experiment to have a classy suit. So you can try colors like off-white, mustard, beige or maroon.
Apart from the regular plain pattern you can opt to have a slightly designer piece with a patterned fabric. Pinstripe, sharkskin, houndstooth are perfect patterns. You can also go in for a mix and match. Make sure you do not have two patterns in one suit. You can simply pair a plain bottom with a patterned jacket.
Choose the Right Material
No matter which pattern and style you choose, the right material will make your suit look perfect and fit rightly. Don't go for cheap ones made from the fabric that wrinkles and attracts lint very easily. You can opt for blends of cottons, wool, rayon, polyester and jersey.
Right Fit is a Must
The suit should be a good fit. A loose fitting jacket, pant or skirt is sure to make you look unbecoming. The pants should not pucker at the crotch or hips. The skirt should not be loose at the waist. For the jacket, the shoulders must stay perfectly on and should be lightly padded. The sleeves must be of a length, so that they fall 5 inches above the tip of your thumb and reveal at least of the cuff of your shirt. The pants must fall on your shoes. The length of the jacket can be a few inches above your hips. A well-tailored suit is sure to give you the ultimate look.
Make sure you accessorize it in the right way. Add minimal jewelry, women's dress shoes, belt and a formal purse. Make sure that the belt, purse and shoes match each other and complement the outfit to make a perfect business attire. So don that business suit, accessorize it, wear formal updo hairstyle and look a perfect professional.
