https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 09:22:36 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979651 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 01:55:31 +0000 froggiebecky 979651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think all your outfits look great!&nbsp;<br />However, if I were packing for this, I might re-think the shoes. Conferences (especially at hotels) tend to be over air-conditioned, and if being cold is a possibility for you, I'd swap them out for some closed-toed footwear. If you're trying to stick to one carry-on, you may not have room for a 3rd pair of shoes. Do you think the red shoes will go&nbsp;go with the conference outfits if you decide to swap out mid-week?&nbsp;But I'd definitely bring the sandals for the social functions--they're very cute!</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979575 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 23:20:49 +0000 Kristin L 979575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@unfrumped - i'm trying to do the opposite. &nbsp;Most people in my department wear jeans and nicer tee. If I wear a denim skirt into the building, everyone comments and asks why I'm so dressed up. I'm wanting to put an image out that I'm professional, but not fussy.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979498 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 20:53:24 +0000 unfrumped 979498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#4 seems a great blend of professional but approachable for more casual colleagues. And a jacket over dress adds polish but not stuffy like a suit would be.<br />I sometimes go to conferences at "resorts" where I don't want to look like black dress pants office wear but don't want to wear khaki shorts, either, and I'll do something like still wear polished silhouettes, but wear a pattern that's more laid-back than I do at work, more rustic fabrics, or vacation-vibe casual jewelry (stones, shells, beads)&nbsp;, so I think you are on the right track.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979492 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 20:37:33 +0000 Kristin L 979492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Makrame - I've worn the skirts and dresses before and they all pass the sit-down test. Good call on that!</p> <p>@hegiehog - Aren't those linen tops fab? I love the way they drape.</p> <p>I think I keep 1 and 2 for travel outfits and the 3rd for a time off one. Plus I can pair it with the petwer sandals. I like wearing closed tow shoes on planes to help keep my feet warm! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979482 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 20:28:25 +0000 Makrame 979482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These look great! &nbsp;I like the burgundy tote. &nbsp;How does that dress perform in the sit-down test? (I am always paranoid about the skirt/dress length for work events&nbsp;so that's just my phobias talking. &nbsp;:) ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979446 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 19:51:26 +0000 lyn67 979446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All 3 travell outfits are great to my eyes. I preffer the first and second one, but the 3rd one, also good, not too Xmassy. Love the 4-7 for the meetings, too! Esp nr 4! I would bring the red bag! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979426 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 19:27:00 +0000 hedgiehog 979426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've done really well preparing for your trip. I like all three travel outfits and really like the option of red shoes. I don't think the red/green is too Christmasy because the crops break them up. I think my favourite conference look is #4. I have that same top and I really like it. As far as bags, I think the red will give a nice pop of colour and will go with everything you have posted here. Have fun and good luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979421 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 19:16:47 +0000 Kristin L 979421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@lyn* - Thanks! Both are&nbsp;the AT Loft linen tops. they are comfy, but you have to wear a cami underneath because they can be a bit scratchy and see though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979420 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 19:15:30 +0000 Kristin L 979420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone! I haven't quite finished figuring out accessories yet, so I figured I'd show the outfits first and go from there.&nbsp;</p> <p>@suz - Good call. I never realized until I joined YLF that I could pull off fuchsia.&nbsp;</p> <p>@claire - I have a serious addiction to lip balm, so that won't be a problem. I probably should find some travel size body lotion, though. they never seem to have enough in the hotel rooms.&nbsp;</p> <p>@nancylee - I think I should have room for the skirt. My free-time/dinner with friends clothes will be more mix-and-match.</p> <p>@Joy - I have a burgundy pashmina I can carry. I'll try the black jacket and see how that looks with the travel outfits. That way I can save on packing too!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979416 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 19:11:20 +0000 lyn* 979416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 is my favorite travel outfit (the top looks SO comfy) and i think #4 is my favorite conference outfit! You look like you will stand out from the crowd in a positive way :)</p> <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979408 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:57:52 +0000 amiable 979408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Way to go preparation! &nbsp;You conference outfits look great, as do your travel outfits. &nbsp;I'll be the outlier and say that I prefer #2 and #3 for travel - but don't take my opinion is worth anything - the others have MUCH more expertise :)</p> <p>And I like the red tote too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979393 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:39:32 +0000 Anonymous 979393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's obvious that you have given this a lot of thought and put together appropriate outfits that look great. My favorite of the travel outfits is 1, followed by 2. Will you need a scarf or jacket for warmth on the plane?<br /> 4 and 7 are my favorite meeting outfits. To my eye, 5 and 6 need a little something...maybe a belt or bangle?<br /> Both totes look good. How does the burgundy one look with your red shoes?<br /> You will probably feel more comfortable in dry heat and want to move to Southern California ASAP </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979389 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:35:31 +0000 nancylee 979389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote for&nbsp; #1 and #2&nbsp;&nbsp;for travel and #4 for the workshop. &nbsp;I like the burgundy tote, but will it go with every outfit?</p> <p>I might sneak the black pencil skirt into the suitcase if you have room...just in case! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979376 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:26:49 +0000 Anonymous 979376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look great! I prefer 1 for the travel outfit too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979374 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:25:11 +0000 missvee 979374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ditto Suz re travel outfit.<br /> Of your conference outfits my faves are 4,5, and 7.<br /> And I love the burgundy tote too.<br /> You have a great capsule here. Hope you enjoy your time in California. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979366 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:20:06 +0000 Anonymous 979366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kristin, you're doing your homework! Nice outfits. For dry heat, the only difference is, it feels better than humid heat. Remember to bring your lip balm and moisturizer and you'll be fine.&nbsp;I love that you are presenting in a skirt. You're outfits look great to me, especially that striped top! If you are only bringing one bag, I'd bring the brown MK. It seems a little more versatile to me since it's a neutral. (Although red is apparently a neutral too, lol!) Have fun and good luck on the networking/job front.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979361 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:15:38 +0000 Suz 979361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look as if you're already all set, Kristin!&nbsp;</p> <p>I prefer #1 as the travel option. I feel as if it lets the red shoes take centre stage a bit and also brings attention to the subtle pattern of the pants. The other colours (on my monitor) are fighting a bit for attention. I also think the cut of the T is a bit more sophisticated.&nbsp;</p> <p>Love #4! I would go with the red bag with all your workday outfits. You look great in the fuchsia!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/conference-wear---do-these-work#post-979355 Sat, 13 Jul 2013 18:08:22 +0000 Kristin L 979355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If I have learned anything from YLF and my own experience (like realizing the night before nothing fits and making a mad dash to the mall), it's that I need about a week to get myself together for a conference. There are several things to I would like you to keep in mind while looking at the pics.</p> <p>1 - I'm going to be doing some networking/job hunting while here, so I want to look appropriate for that.</p> <p>2 - The society doing this conference is VERY laid back. Many people wear jeans and shorts every day. i'm trying to straddle looking nice but not overdone.</p> <p>3 - I'm going to be in southern California. I'm use to humid heat, but not dry heat. Any tips?</p> <p>Without further ado, here are my clothes.</p> <p>Pics 1-3: Traveling clothes - I'm not checking anything, so everything needs to fit in my bookbag and my carry-on suitcase. Which 2 of the 3 works? I like them all, but trying to pack conservatively. Is the green and red together too Christmas-y?</p> <p>Pic 4-7: What I'll wear to meetings, I'm hosting a workshop or business meeting every day, and something about being in a skirt or dress makes me feel more confident when I present. It's silly, but if it works, I'm using it. I also have a black knit pencil I can bring.</p> <p>Also, which bag should I carry? It's not suppose to rain while I'm there. The burgundy one is Perlina and the other one is Michael Kors. I like carrying totes at these things because it leaves my hands free.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm also bring a pair black flats to wear as well. I'll be on my feet all day, so heels are out. I'm not including my free-time outfits because I feel pretty confident in that department.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks! </p>