Hey, everyone! My name is Meredith, and I’m a college senior studying business and fashion. Last week a reader asked for some suggestions as to what to wear to a business casual dinner. While Natalie made some great suggestions, I felt they were more on the casual side than the business casual side. So, Natalie graciously asked me if I would make a post over my take on business casual (isn’t she such a sweetheart?!). I’m excited to be putting my studies to use and hope you all find this post beneficial!

Here’s a general rule to follow for business casual: when in doubt, always go more on the dressy side than on the casual. The worst thing that will happen is you’ll get tons of compliments for looking great!

Trouser pants are my absolute favorite style of pants! Unlike most pant styles, they don’t cling to your hips and thighs. Gap has some absolutely adorable tweed trousers!

For those who are conscious of their mid-drift, the Stlye & Co pleated knit top from Macy’s is perfect! It’s fun, flirty, and flows away from the body. Best part, it’s on sale for $15! Here’s a little trick I do whenever I wear knit tops…I always put a spaghetti strap camisole (nothing fancy) underneath the shirt. That way, it creates a cleaner line and keeps the garment from clinging more than desired.

I like to keep jewelry simple but unique and interesting – conversation pieces. I put a vintage initial pendant (made from a typewriter key) and necklace with this outfit.

As for shoes, I’m loving buckle flats (very 1960s). Not only can they be worn with this outfit, but they can also be worn on casual Fridays with your favorite pair of dark-wash jeans or out on a date night!

Above all, no matter what you wear, remember to wear it confidently and with a smile!

Great little black dress!

At Macy’s on sale for $39.99, 37 inches long.

So cute! And I LOVE the color! It may be a little short…(no length given) but nothing a Vintage Hem can’t fix!

At Macy’s for $39.00

What a great dress! Perfect for fall through winter!

At Macy’s for $138.00, 38.5 inches long.

Okay, this is SO cute and the price amazes me. Falls below the knee.

Find it at Macy’s on sale for $10.99.

Our reader Jessica emailed us this great find! (Thank you!)  Only one size left! (16)

At Macy’s on sale for $48.30.

UPDATE: Product no longer available

They call this the ‘Go Anywhere’ dress. Perfect for a wedding, church, work… anything! Looks like it has a flattering fit… and I love this raspberry color (also comes in black and blue!) This dress is approximately 38 inches in length. Find it at Macy’s for $99.00.

So many shirt dresses this season! This one can be found at Macy’s for $144.00 and the length is a whopping 41.25 inches!