Career Clothing Closet

Business professional, business casual, and smart casual attire help you present yourself confidently at interviews and employer events. The Career Clothing Closet provides free professional clothing to students so cost is never a barrier to showing up prepared.

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Business Professional

Business Professional Clothing Samples, including suit pants and jacket, dark dress shoes, ties, and collared shirts.

Business professional is a formal dress style commonly worn in traditional work settings such as accounting, banking, government and law. Neutral colors (black, gray, navy) are preferred and accessories are minimal. 

Business Casual

Business Casual Clothing Samples, including dark pants, solid-color button shirts, and close-toed business shoes.

Business casual blends traditional business clothing with a more relaxed style that is appropriate for a professional office environment. This style is increasingly more common in the United States, especially in industries like tech and marketing. In an interview, dress one step more formal than what the company wears.

Smart Casual

Smart Casual Clothing Samples, including untorn jeans, blouses, polo shirts, and clean casual shoes.

Smart casual is a professional style that incorporates trendy items with classic pieces to create a comfortable, clean, and semi-formal look. This style is appropriate in flexible and informal office environments, including creative settings. In an interview, dress one step more formal than what the company wears. 

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Career Clothing Appointment

Schedule an appointment to browse and select professional attire that fits your needs.

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