Career Clothing Closet

Student confidently wears professional suit and shoes in front of Career Clothing Closet display

The Career Center provides new and gently used interview and career-appropriate clothing in partnership with basic needs support programs and community partners. The Career Clothing Closet program is open to currently enrolled Cal State LA students experiencing financial hardship. Appointments are scheduled on Navigate LA from your MyCalStateLA portal (under Student Life & Wellness). Questions? Email [email protected]

Business Professional Clothing Samples

Business Professional

Business professional clothing is a formal dress style commonly worn in traditional work settings such as accounting, banking, government and law. Neutral colors (black, gray, navy) are preferred and accessories are minimal. 

Business Casual Clothing Samples

Business Casual

Business casual clothing blends traditional business clothing with a more relaxed style that is appropriate for a professional office environment. This style is increasingly more common in the United States, especially in industries like tech and marketing. In an interview, dress one step more formal than what the company wears. 

Smart Casual Clothing Samples

Smart Casual

Smart casual clothing is a professional style that incorporates trendy items with classic pieces to create a comfortable, clean and semi-formal look. This style is appropriate in flexible and informal office environments including creative settings. In an interview, dress one step more formal than what the company wears. 

Donate

We accept donations of gently used and in-style professional clothing. 

Please drop off your donations at our front desk during business hours.

Location: Between the Student Health Center and University Gym

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Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Contact us at [email protected] or 323.343.3237