From whether you can wear denim to where you can expect a smart casual dress code, here’s everything you need to know - with some outfit inspiration along the way.

A February 2023 survey by Adzuna of over 1 million job ads in the UK found that 79.9% of ads citing a specific dress code mention relaxed attire.

The smart casual dress code, decoded. So you've been invited to a spring soirée, sometime in May when the blooms are out and everyone's basking in the longer days. You open the digital invite and scan ...

This is a tricky one! Denim and smart casual dress codes can be partners in crime, but it really depends on the event. For weddings, it’s a flat-out no unless specified clearly on the invite.

The very first mention of the smart casual dress code appeared in the Iowa newspaper The Davenport Democrat And Leader in 1924, referring to a new style of dress, once that was loose and with ...

At most companies, however, the "smart casual" dress code is a step up from " business casual," but not as formal as "boardroom attire." It's neat and professional — but still informal.

“Highland dress.” This is a Scottish thing: You don’t have to wear a kilt, but if you own one, it’s time to get your tartan-flaunting on. Some Scotsmen wear nothing under their kilts.

This is usually the dress code for holiday parties and other themed get-togethers. According to Leah Bourne at Stylecaster, it’s best to aim for cocktail level attire with a holiday twist.