Luanda - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the typical dress code at work and in public places? Is formal dress ever required?
Angolans like to look their best so be prepared to dress up when the occasion demands it. Outside of work, no one will give you a second glance for tshirts, shorts and flip flops. - May 2021
People dress extremely well here. Bring your designer clothes. Yes, bring some formal wear. - Mar 2017
At work, American standard. In public, not one I've seen. Being covered is a plus - most of the population is so poor they don't wear shoes or clothes without major wear. - Apr 2016
Business or business casual. - Mar 2015
Professional. Angolans like to dress up. - Aug 2014
Office attire is formal-- suits for men, suits or dresses for women. Other than at the beach, folks generally wear long pants or skirts and relatively nice tops. This is a fairly conservative place, except at beaches and nightclubs. Angolan women are fashion conscious and have great shoes! - Jul 2013
Casual. - Apr 2013
casual - Aug 2011
Fairly dressy. Similar to Miami. - Aug 2011
People normally get dressed up for everything here. - Apr 2009
