sarab Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I recommend wearing business casual or smart casual since it's the weekend (depends on the activity, I suppose). And you can still have your personal style: a cool scarf, a colorful necklace, flats (or whatever shoes you like to wear) that stand out... If you've ever been to the AAA's, you'll see that anthropologist aren't too strict about dress code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jump Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I recommend wearing business casual or smart casual since it's the weekend (depends on the activity, I suppose). And you can still have your personal style: a cool scarf, a colorful necklace, flats (or whatever shoes you like to wear) that stand out... If you've ever been to the AAA's, you'll see that anthropologist aren't too strict about dress code. I am certain my style cannot be contained in a scarf, necklace, or shoes. I won't be going on the regularly scheduled weekend but during the week. Plus, I'm already in… so I am just going to dress the way I like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSleepTilBreuckelen Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I would say dress in a way that makes you feel comfortable! I had a 2-day interview trip earlier this week and I brought a couple options so that I could make up my mind when I got there. I end up going with outfits that one might call more eccentric, but those were the ones that I actually wear in business situations at work and that was definitely the right choice. I felt comfortable and didn't give my clothes a second thought all day. I think I actually would have felt awkward if I had gone with outfits that I never would have worn in really life. Jump 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jump Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 NoSleep- That is a great point! The last thing I (anyone really) need to be thinking about is what I am wearing, and dressing differently than I normally would be a recipe for disaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DigDeep(inactive) Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I'm from Texas and I have to say that scarves are never worn. I know that they are professional, and look great but no one wears them. It's too damn hot. Look at the weather. It's Feb., winter is over in Texas, especially Austin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarab Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I'm from Texas and I have to say that scarves are never worn. I know that they are professional, and look great but no one wears them. It's too damn hot. Look at the weather. It's Feb., winter is over in Texas, especially Austin. Yes, I wouldn't wear one during the late spring and summer in Georgia either, but you know, depends on where you're going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strudelle Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 DigDeep - This is my biggest concern about dressing for grad school/professional stuff. The weather. I've lived on the East Coast and Midwest most of my life, so I'm used to being able to wear cardigans and scarves and boots. I am going to school in California, and I have no idea how to look professional when it's hot outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarab Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 DigDeep - This is my biggest concern about dressing for grad school/professional stuff. The weather. I've lived on the East Coast and Midwest most of my life, so I'm used to being able to wear cardigans and scarves and boots. I am going to school in California, and I have no idea how to look professional when it's hot outside. Well, living in "Hotlanta", I usually wear dresses or skirts (not short, obviously), flats, sandals, dress pants and khakis are also comfortable. I like to wear a lot necklaces a lot. Maybe capri or ankle pants are also appropriate for grad school (I'm sure they are). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pears Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 DigDeep - This is my biggest concern about dressing for grad school/professional stuff. The weather. I've lived on the East Coast and Midwest most of my life, so I'm used to being able to wear cardigans and scarves and boots. I am going to school in California, and I have no idea how to look professional when it's hot outside. Layers are your friend! You'll probably be spending a fair bit of time indoors with A/C, so you can get away with early fall or springtime East Coast clothes no problem-o (speaking from experience), as long as you have a cardigan or somesuch that's easily removed when going from point A to point B outside. Forever 21, H&M, and similar shops have really nice sleeveless and short-sleeved chiffon shirts that I wear for teaching, and would consider to be appropriate for academic and office settings. You can dress them up easily with nice earrings and a longer necklace; the latter is especially nice if you're worried about the chiffon seeming immodest. Depending on the shirt, a high-waisted skirt might be a nice option, or dark jeans with flats. Cotton dresses that fall about knee-high are also nice with flats or low heels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khannnn Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Anyone have visits in the Northeast coming up? I have two in March (and OF COURSE the dates had to overlap... Dangit ). HrdyWordy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarab Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Anyone have visits in the Northeast coming up? I have two in March (and OF COURSE the dates had to overlap... Dangit ). I have one in Michigan (so scared of the cold!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishjg Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Anyone going to U of T's four day info session? I am excited!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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