Although you wont stand out in the same way as you would with a 2-piece suit, when you are looking for a night out but not sure what type of venues you may go to, then business casual is the most flexible option
It can also feature a bold pattern, or other design extras, like sequins, beading, or ruffles - especially on the flared part of your skirt
Here you have: A monochromatic color palette for a commanding look Velvet details to keep your ensemble interesting and personalized to your brand A trend-aware fit in the blazer and pants All of these factors together make this suit a powerful player for your most important work days
The green two-toned dress pictured above came from Big Hit
But when Im on vacation or in a hot, humid destination (hello, Bali!), I love to pack a bunch of shorter dresses for travel especially wrap dresses as they are so flattering
(Hint: if its not actually stated, its probably fairly casual.) Wearing whatever work-appropriate clothes youre most comfortable in can be a good rule of thumb when no particular dress code is in place again, within reason