In the last few weeks, I attended two conferences with dress codes on opposite sides of the business casual spectrum. I posted a few WIWs and agreed with the feedback I got, in that I generally felt happier in the outfits most fabbers liked while some of the other outfits just felt flat to me.

I've been working on honing my casual daily style this year but conference wear is always such a small part of my wardrobe that I don't think about too much. Except for two days before one starts, and then I panic.

What I'd like to do is develop a small conference capsule, possibly with items I already own but also willing to shop for this. Nothing needs to be super high-end, because it won't get worn that often, but I don't want to have to shop for each meeting either because things wore out. I attend two or three conferences a year and probably need roughly five days of outfits for each one. Neutrals and jackets are appropriate at one end, while I can get away with more color and cardigans at the other, so a mix would be great. They take place in the spring and fall, so enough of a climate overlap that many of the same pieces can be worn to each.

So, what would you buy for this capsule? Both in terms of number and type of items to feel complete. Feedback from both dressy and casual dressers is appreciated!

My current options are (although they don't all mix and match):
2 pairs trousers
1 dress
2 Blazers
2 cardigans
1 white woven top
2 solid silk tops
1 pattened top