Hi all, Im a female moving to Dubai and will be working in a corporate enviroment. Is it too hot to wear suits in Dubai? I heard that buisness attire (suits) can be tailored very cheaply in Dubai from Indian nationals, is thats true? Anybody know where they are located and what are the costs? Thanks for all your efforts
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Youre right, it is hot, very hot all year round in Dubai. But everywhere has air conditioning. So apart from times when you go out side, when you can take off your jacket. A suit would be comfortable and the expected norm. Perhaps a skirt suit would leave you more comfortable also.
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it wont be too hot inside, indeed i remember being freezing in the air conditioning whilst it was 40 degrees plus outside. yes u can get clothes copied very cheaply the area where tailors are is karama, u go to the material shops,, choose yr material and they will copy anything u have already. they will also design something for u but ur better having something copied. its cheap and quick.
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Outide hot, inside environment very cold. Suits or any attire can be had from lot of shops, no problem.
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A suit is not necessary for office wear in Dubai, unless you are a high-level manager. "Smart casual" is fine for the office, which means nice pant suits, pants with blouse and blazer, and casual dresses. I have worked in Doha, which is more conservative than Dubai, and am presently working in a corporate environment in Abu Dhabi. "Smart casual" is the prescribed dress in every office I have worked here in the MIddle East. As you will see when you get here, a typical business suit will mean you are over-dressed in your office.
