If you want to wow clients, you have to dress to impress. Choosing exactly what to take on a business trip can be difficult, and it easy to overpack. If you like to stay minimalistic and still want to look professional and sleek, then look no further. Here we have compiled a list of exactly what should be contained within your travel bag when on your next business trip.
Tops
If you want to stand out from the crowd while still looking ready to do business, you need to sway away from the boring white shirt and look for a shirt with more style. This means choosing a button up shirt in your favorite pattern or color, or choosing a more feminine material. The color you choose also depends a lot on your hair color and your skin tone; you should always dress in the right colors for your skin tone as this can make a huge difference to how you look.
You should stick to shirts that cover your arms, unless you are looking to team a sleeveless shirt up with a blazer. A white shirt can also be disastrous due to how easy they can mark or stain. Oxford shirts are a great choice for looking chic and professional. If you like to stick to black pants or skirts, it is even more important you go colorful with your shirts, otherwise, you may look too plain.
Bottoms
Black is a basic color that works well, but this doesn’t mean you need to stick to this. There are plenty of trousers out there that are great for business trips as they are both comfortable and fashionable. If you are traveling for your business trip in the summer months, it is best to choose brighter or pastel colored bottoms. For those traveling in the winter months, corduroy, tweed and velvet all work well. Getting your pants tailored also gives you a sleeker look, as the pants are made specifically for your measurements.
You should always pack a pair of jeans for your trip, whether this be for drinks after your meeting or to relax in. You always need to be mindful that you are traveling for business, and so you need to represent your company at all times, even when out and about running errands. A good pair of designer jeans will be both comfortable and sophisticated. Be wary of packing any jeans that have rips in them. If you do prefer skirts or dresses, above the knee should be avoided.
Jackets
You should pack a main jacket as well as a cardigan or blazer to style up your outfits. A black blazer is an easy choice and will go with everything, but ensure that it fits your frame properly as this really makes a difference. Again, it may be worth choosing a high-quality blazer and having it tailored to your measurements; this will ensure you look flawless again and again.
Your other jacket may add a splash of color to your outfit. This may be a cardigan or a coat, but it depends on your style and what works with the rest of your clothing. Cardigans don’t need to look frumpy; check out how to wear a cardigan with style here.
Shoes
As shoes are the staple piece of any outfit, you need to make sure you choose the right shoe. Wearing a simple outfit but teaming it with the perfect pair of shoes is enough to leave you looking gorgeous. If you are going to be on your feet a lot, you also need to think about comfort. That is why it’s important to invest in shoes that will last and won’t leave you in pain at the end of the day.
Sexy flats can work very well, and you can dress them up by choosing a pair with pointy ends. Ankle boots are a great choice, especially when wearing skirt and tights. When choosing shoes, think carefully about the rest of your outfits and if they will match. There is no use choosing colorful shoes that only work with one outfit.
Accessories
The right accessory can bring any outfit together and no more so than the perfect designer handbag. SSENSE has a range of Saint Laurent bags that should be an essential part of your business packing list. Whether you prefer tote bags or small chain bags, Saint Laurent continues to impress with their range of beautiful handbags made for the minimalist fashionista, and you can find them all at SSENSE.
You may want to choose one bag for meetings and a smaller body bag for after-work drinks with your fellow colleagues, or for a business dinner in a nice restaurant. A scarf is another great accessory to break up a plainer outfit and to keep you warm in the winter months.
If you want to remain minimalistic, choosing the perfect staple pieces and teaming them up with the right shoes and a timeless designer handbag will leave you looking flawless for your next business trip.