We’ve all been there— struggling to find out what is or isn’t appropriate to wear to a business event. It can be a challenge to find the sweet spot in between under or over-dressed, casual or too business-like for professional events. With the 2021 Impact Awards coming up, we thought this would be a great time to review what to wear to a business after-hours event.

After a year filled with athletic and loungewear, it’s time to dust off those heels and dress shoes for the 2021 Impact Awards! With the Impact Awards around the corner, you are probably shopping in your closet for the perfect cocktail attire for November 5th, hoping that perfect little black dress or suit fits (if you’re like me!) OR maybe just using the event as a good excuse to go shopping. Since we are more accustomed to a casual WFH look, some of us may need a refresher on what is “Business Cocktail Attire”.

Business Cocktail Attire is meant to bridge the gap between day and night. Cocktail attire for men consists of a suit and tie with a nice pair of dress shoes that match your belt. Men are so lucky!

See below for some examples of Cocktail Attire for men:

Ladies, let’s discuss that perfect dress and accessories for the evening. The goal is to create an elegant look with a knee-length, tea-length, or midi-dress or jumpsuit with comfortable heels or dressy flats. Feel free to utilize darker hues and embellishments such as sequins for this evening look. For finishing touches, add some nice earrings, a classy clutch and maybe stash some flats in your clutch just in case.

See below for Cocktail Attire ideas for women:

Remember the goal is to look polished, classy and dressy when you attend professional events. We can’t wait to see your style at the Impact Awards this year!