Is this outfit work appropriate

[khlomoney]

I have an event at work soon, it’s an all-day general leadership meeting with around 50-100 people in attendance. I’m not sure how many will attend. In my chain of command, only the big boss might go, who I’ve never met in person. The rest of the attendees are people I have never come across before but could network with. So I was thinking to go for something professional but different to be memorable/stand out.

therefore what do you think of a suit tailored like this but in this colour?

I haven’t found an exact suit I like yet but just wanted to see if I’m on the right track or if I should just wear something else?

@PegasusReturns hey I’m happy with midi dress suggestions too, what style would you have in mind? I don’t tend to wear longer dresses often, mainly outside of work. I have loads of blazers/boots at home though…

I wore a cobalt blue jumpsuit to a similar event.

I love a blazer (especially > a suit jacket) in pretty much all circumstances so I'll back you up on this suggestion!

I love jumpsuits too, so many options!🤯

I would wear a dress. The Reiss suit is nice but very dull and corporate. You could get a nice autumnal dress for half the price of that Reiss suit.

How about something like this? Style with some heels rather than the sliders that the model is wearing. It's understated but with great hair and make up would work in my organisation for this sort of event.

www.jigsaw-online.com/collections/dresses/products/silk-linen-gauze-maxi-dress-brown

Or this. £££ but lovely.

www.johnlewis.com/jasper-conran-blythe-shirt-dress/choc/p109742198

This- with or without the white whatever it is under it but not the silver boots. It doesn't need a blazer or anything else on top.

Jigsaw black crepe dress

The OP isn't going for an interview.

I feel like there might be some AI bots on this thread

ahhhh thanks, longer dresses are a tricky one as I’m petite - sometimes the proportions are off. I could do with trying things on in person but the high street near me isn’t great!

Definitely don’t want anything revealing, I’m 27 and think I’d give the wrong impression. Don’t want them thinking I’m a “party girl” or not taking the event seriously

The brown suit really reminds me of the one main character wears on Fisk. If you haven't seen it, it's a brilliant Australian comedy about lawyer who specialises in wills and probate (enough said)

It was rubbish advice too !

If you wear this you’ll look like you can’t afford Winter clothes …

This one's lovely and the colour you were looking for.

https://www.phase-eight.com/product/una-jumpsuit-22119860312.html?istCompanyId=c38fe7a0-ffd0-4925-94b3-cff8df449484&istFeedId=5a41320b-c741-4d1e-b90d-1091450d147c&istItemId=rxtqqtqqp&istBid=t&cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=19651720071&cq_net=x&cq_plt=gp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19651720071&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4vKpBhCZARIsAOKHoWSdCqegjQuxIOS1s0f-CNbgyL8XzOrX0otr3XMepLq6Vh2PALU7wQQaAgL-EALw_wcB

I think it's lovely and completely appropriate, but definitely the first, cropped trousers and not the longer flared ones.

If it suits your colouring, you can never go wrong with navy. Jazz it up with a silk shirt.

The OP is attending a Civil Service leadership programme. That's evening wear. It's not appropriate.

Agreed. Why are posters suggesting the sort of outfit you might wear to an evening reception after a work conference?

Reiss suit with beautiful jewel colour blouse and great shoes would be stand out and you could wear it again.,,

Civil service event = m&s trousers and a blouse for most people attending. I wouldn't be surprised if you see a few jeans and trainers.

I'd honestly just wear the clothes I would normally wear to work but ones that are for smarter days.

Please don't wear a brown suit, I cannot think of anything more ghastly. I bet you would look amazing in any number of items.

I'd go for a midi dress.

This. I too love the Reiss one. Hits exactly the right note and beautiful on trend really warm autumnal colour