Last visit was: 19 May 2026, 09:04 It is currently 19 May 2026, 09:04
Home
Messages
Tests
Schools
Events
Close
GMAT Club Daily Prep
Thank you for using the timer - this advanced tool can estimate your performance and suggest more practice questions. We have subscribed you to Daily Prep Questions via email.

Customized
for You

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History

Track
Your Progress

every week, we’ll send you an estimated GMAT score based on your performance

Practice
Pays

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History
Not interested in getting valuable practice questions and articles delivered to your email? No problem, unsubscribe here.
Go to My Error Log Learn more
Close
Request Expert Reply
Confirm Cancel
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 07 Apr 2008, 05:57
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Early this year I discovered silicone hair guck. I put it in after I shower. I have big piles of really fine hair, and it tends to look pretty messy. But this stuff makes it look like i just combed it, and it's not smelly or anything like that. Highly recommended.
avatar
bee186
avatar
Current Student
Joined: 17 Apr 2006
Last visit: 16 Sep 2008
Posts: 146
Own Kudos:
44
Posts: 146
Kudos: 44
Business attire for women 13 Apr 2008, 18:31
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Ladies, how about bags? Any pictures to share? What kinds of bags should we get for school?
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 13 Apr 2008, 19:02
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
bee186
Ladies, how about bags? Any pictures to share? What kinds of bags should we get for school?
Show more

Around school itself, you see either backpacks or big rectangular bags (messenger or shoulder style) that you can fit your laptop, binders, etc in. Some people have fancy leather; others have free canvas ones from a company presentation.

As for events, I was surprised that no one carries bags. Obviously you wouldn't something big to lug around - it makes it hard to mingle and doesn't look very professional. But I did think that people would carry attaches or something. But instead, everyone walks around with padfolios - those leather notebook things. Women will sometimes also carry a small purse for the wallet, keys, etc.
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
 [1]
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
 [1]
Business attire for women 13 Apr 2008, 19:04
1
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Ladies, when you get to school, I HIGHLY recommend getting your women's association to sponsor shopping events. We had one at Ann Taylor tonight, and I got 3 dresses, two camis, two blouses and a pair of slacks for $350. Normally priced, it all would have been about $650. They had tailors on hand, plus extra staff to be sure we were well taken care of. I am much closer to being set for the summer. Woohoo!
User avatar
isa
User avatar
Current Student
Joined: 04 Dec 2007
Last visit: 21 Jan 2010
Posts: 1,687
Own Kudos:
224
Given Kudos: 31
Concentration: Healthcare, Strategy, MC
Schools:Kellogg '11
Posts: 1,687
Kudos: 224
Business attire for women 13 Apr 2008, 19:42
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
wow that's an awesome deal!


Also for the bags: https://www.ebags.com.
Great website with some really good deals and cheap shipping!
cheers,
AC.
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 13 Apr 2008, 20:12
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
I'm thinking about getting some pearls for work wear. any thoughts? tips?
User avatar
isa
User avatar
Current Student
Joined: 04 Dec 2007
Last visit: 21 Jan 2010
Posts: 1,687
Own Kudos:
224
Given Kudos: 31
Concentration: Healthcare, Strategy, MC
Schools:Kellogg '11
Posts: 1,687
Kudos: 224
Business attire for women 14 Apr 2008, 06:54
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
You know, I've never owned a pair of actual (i.e. not fake) pearls so would be interested to hear what others say as well.

I have though, bought many a faux-pearl at Macy's, etc in their jewelry section. I tend to go with more studs for the earrings and medium length strand for the necklace. Based on the seasonal trend, you can get pearls of varying size - I've usually gone for medium sized ones. I know that the large ones can go out of style pretty fast so don't want to have to keep buying more....For the necklace, I tend to aim for a length that hits right below the collarbone.

hope this helps!
User avatar
mbagal1
User avatar
Joined: 28 Dec 2005
Last visit: 12 Oct 2010
Posts: 693
Own Kudos:
108
Posts: 693
Kudos: 108
Business attire for women 14 Apr 2008, 15:46
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
ac8706
wow that's an awesome deal!


Also for the bags: https://www.ebags.com.
Great website with some really good deals and cheap shipping!
cheers,
AC.
Show more

Thanks ac - I am guilty of carrying around the ugly black laptop bags that guys carry and have been looking for something - so this is pretty useful.
avatar
AyaChi
avatar
Joined: 13 Apr 2008
Last visit: 15 Oct 2008
Posts: 9
Posts: 9
Kudos: 0
Business attire for women 14 Apr 2008, 16:07
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Darden 2010 was asking about the boot/skirt combo to an interview... I'm guessing if the place is fashion-forward/urban or in an industry where attire can be interpreted a little more freely (advertising, fashion) I'd think that if the weather is cold, it's better to just wear a pant suit rather than wear the boot & skirt -- maybe I'm a tad old fashioned though. And the hose factor is no fun. I always carry extra hose when I'm wearing a skirt since I will get a run in it.

Didn't see it mentioned here but I think Benetton is good for petite women. \
I think BCBG is good after you've gotten the job (got quirky/fun details).
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 14 Apr 2008, 16:45
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Here are two of the dresses I bought last night. The solid one looks really different on me - I'm sorta shaped like an anti-model.
Attachments

218811_6600.jpg
218811_6600.jpg [ 5.03 KiB | Viewed 10679 times ]

218330_6600.jpg
218330_6600.jpg [ 3.81 KiB | Viewed 10668 times ]

User avatar
navy01
User avatar
Joined: 10 Jun 2007
Last visit: 03 Aug 2009
Posts: 313
Own Kudos:
70
Location: Newport, RI
Posts: 313
Kudos: 70
Business attire for women 15 Apr 2008, 06:47
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
what is the standard on heel height? I've read 2" maximum but I've seen girls in 3-4" heels at Stern.
avatar
FairPlay
avatar
Current Student
Joined: 28 Feb 2008
Last visit: 01 Jan 2010
Posts: 64
Own Kudos:
25
Posts: 64
Kudos: 25
Business attire for women 15 Apr 2008, 15:19
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Tote style: Large enough to carry multiple things, but for people who prefer a more traditional business look. Though you should make sure it's sturdy enough to hold a laptop, if that's your plan.




Messenger style: Obviously less formal, but probably more practical for running around campus.


Images for display purposes only. I don't actually advocate spending several hundreds of dollars on a bag. There are many brandless bags out there in similar styles that can be found in mall shops.
avatar
FairPlay
avatar
Current Student
Joined: 28 Feb 2008
Last visit: 01 Jan 2010
Posts: 64
Own Kudos:
25
Posts: 64
Kudos: 25
Business attire for women 15 Apr 2008, 15:35
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Aaudetat - I'm impressed by your second dress choice! It's vaguely... nun-ish!
Good call on the shopping event sponsors; I'm definitely suggesting this when I get to campus.
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 16 Apr 2008, 06:36
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
FairPlay
Aaudetat - I'm impressed by your second dress choice! It's vaguely... nun-ish!
Good call on the shopping event sponsors; I'm definitely suggesting this when I get to campus.
Show more

Hahhaha!

That dress on me actually is more 70s go-go girl. I think it might actually be too cute for work, but we'll see. When I saw the picture online, I wasn't convinced that it was the same one at first.
avatar
girl10021
avatar
Joined: 05 Dec 2006
Last visit: 13 Oct 2008
Posts: 16
Posts: 16
Kudos: 0
Business attire for women 16 Apr 2008, 07:14
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
navy01
what is the standard on heel height? I've read 2" maximum but I've seen girls in 3-4" heels at Stern.
Show more

I think it depends on height and what you're comfortable with - I'll wear 3-4 inch heels because I'm used to them and I'm really short, but a friend who is nearly 6' tall wears similar styled loafers bec she towers over people as it is. Overall, I think its the look of the shoe more than anything else - slim heel , rounded or pointed toe, neutral color, not a ton of embellishment etc. etc.

As for bags, TUMI actually has cute laptop bags from time to time. And I'd recommend everyone get a longchamp, herve, etc. or two - they last FOREVER, carry a ton, and are a bit more professional than a messenger bag for classes. but thats just my 2c
User avatar
uphillclimb
User avatar
Joined: 11 Sep 2006
Last visit: 16 Jan 2009
Posts: 456
Own Kudos:
49
Posts: 456
Kudos: 49
Business attire for women 02 May 2008, 10:20
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
aaudetat
I'm thinking about getting some pearls for work wear. any thoughts? tips?
Show more
Don't waste your money buying the real McCoy. Lord and Taylor has an awesome costume jewelry section and great sales - check it out, you might find a deal. Unless you are afraid that your interviewer is going to pick up your pearls in his/her hand and scrape them across his/her teeth to see if they are genuine - otherwise, you really can't tell the difference...
User avatar
aaudetat
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Last visit: 10 Jan 2016
Posts: 1,854
Own Kudos:
233
Given Kudos: 2
Concentration: Social Enterprise
Schools:The Duke MBA, Class of 2009
Posts: 1,854
Kudos: 233
Business attire for women 02 May 2008, 19:03
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
uphillclimb
aaudetat
I'm thinking about getting some pearls for work wear. any thoughts? tips?
Don't waste your money buying the real McCoy. Lord and Taylor has an awesome costume jewelry section and great sales - check it out, you might find a deal. Unless you are afraid that your interviewer is going to pick up your pearls in his/her hand and scrape them across his/her teeth to see if they are genuine - otherwise, you really can't tell the difference...
Show more

wow, talk about awkward interview situations. that's what i am hearing - fake are easier and a good fake set looks better than cheap real ones.
User avatar
skaballet
User avatar
Joined: 19 Nov 2006
Last visit: 13 May 2011
Posts: 254
Own Kudos:
19
Given Kudos: 1
Location: Washington, DC
Schools:Ross 2010
Posts: 254
Kudos: 19
Business attire for women 02 May 2008, 19:44
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Or if you're going to China anytime soon you can get some nice one's pretty cheap there. That's where mine are from.
avatar
FairPlay
avatar
Current Student
Joined: 28 Feb 2008
Last visit: 01 Jan 2010
Posts: 64
Own Kudos:
25
Posts: 64
Kudos: 25
Business attire for women 03 May 2008, 18:56
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
The pearls remind me of another great wardrobe piece, since I wear mine a lot with turtlenecks.

The Black/Grey Turtleneck Dress
While it looks great when worn plain, it is quite possibly the most versatile (or forgiving?) item of clothing when it comes to accessories. It's practically impossible to look bad regardless of how over-the-top your necklace, scarf, belt, shoes, etc are. I daresay you could wear hooker boots or gold chains a la Mr. T and still look halfway chic.

Things to consider if you're tired of wearing dress shirts every day!
Attachments

turtleneck.jpg
turtleneck.jpg [ 28.75 KiB | Viewed 10647 times ]

User avatar
toDoorNot
User avatar
Joined: 12 Aug 2007
Last visit: 08 Feb 2009
Posts: 324
Own Kudos:
6
Posts: 324
Kudos: 6
Business attire for women 14 May 2008, 07:14
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Hi All,

I am preparing my wardrode for Bschool and looking for some inputs regarding must haves.. for recruiting events, socializing and otherwise too.

Also, am planning to attend UMich, so inputs for cold weather clothing would also help.

Cheers,
   1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9