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Because I obviously cant claim to be an authority on what business professional looks like for women, I sourced a few of my colleagues who are women in marketing and this is the advice they provided: Light colored shirt that is not distracting, combined with a cardigan or blazer Black/neutral pants or a skirt and tights Black/neutral shoes (either flats or heels, but close-toed) Natural looking makeup, clean/styled hair, and neat nails Tasteful knee-length dress If wearing a watch or jewelry, it should be nice and not overdone Business professional for men Business professional for men adheres to a similar conservative and professional code