https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:56:02 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1945242 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 06:38:58 +0000 CocoLion 1945242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would say a killer blazer, hair cut and make up and just plain old slim black bottoms. &nbsp;Comfortable shoes as you'll be standing. &nbsp;You'll be amazing! &nbsp;Think about: what about my case study needs to be memorable? &nbsp;What is important about this case study. &nbsp;You want to be memorable but not so distracting so they forget the case study message. &nbsp;(So I would say no on a hat due to the age we live in but gosh I wish it were the 1930s-1940s sometimes when a hat wasn't so unusual!!) &nbsp;What a great opportunity to be of service. &nbsp;Congratulations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1945151 Sat, 04 Aug 2018 22:54:08 +0000 Scarlet 1945151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, not answering the question you actually asked (because I am terrible at business wear) but please don't talk fast. Practice what you want to say so that it fits the time slot. When you talk too fast you can't bring the audience with you if they aren't already experts in whatever you are saying, in which case there is no point anyway. I have a big place in my heart for a well-timed scientific talk. Personally I tend to speak quickly when I am nervous, so it's a conscious effort NOT to do that. The other end of the spectrum, people who go on and on unconscious and uncaring of the other people's time that they are stealing, well, that's not you. *end of unsolicited advice* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1945144 Sat, 04 Aug 2018 22:36:10 +0000 unfrumped 1945144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Many times scientific presentation slots are specifically time- limited, like 10 minutes. So the talk has to be worked out &amp; practiced for time, or you get “ the hook”!<br /> But yeah, lectern/ podium, hence haircut, upper torso focus. But clothing that works for personal comfort/ confidence, so less worrying or distractions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1944748 Fri, 03 Aug 2018 17:56:39 +0000 bj1111 1944748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>talk slow.&nbsp; you earned your time up there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1944682 Fri, 03 Aug 2018 15:35:48 +0000 annagybe 1944682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Diana I really liked the fringe Chanelesque jacket, but only a small left.<br /> I most likely will be at a lectern because I’ll be up there for about five minutes. Very short presentation, we’ll see how fast I can talk :)<br /> I’m having trouble with a single button double breasted jacket. It just looks weird to me.<br /> Thanks for all the input<br /> ETA I might have to be careful with small patterns because I think I might b filmed (moire issues) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1944479 Fri, 03 Aug 2018 02:26:53 +0000 unfrumped 1944479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am more with Angie. </p> <p>When I presented research studies at medical meetings, I wore some version of “ business casual “, with the “ casual “ referring to UNmatched jacket/bottom. No typical corporate suits because there’s not a corporate culture for scientific meetings, except for drug reps. Most other women physician presenters I recall about same. So a good jacket made the most impact— it didn’t have to be boring. So color, some pattern, but not going for whackadoodle. And you can’t pin down a style, really since the people who “ looked” best to me probably dressed to fit their body type and clothes that fit well— all the usual suspects. So toppers might be longer or shorter, double, single, different necklines or a version of a great cardigan. In some respects, footwear was not as big a deal— this was before cropped pants and, if you can imagine, before booties were the rage! Hence long pants tended to obscure footwear. I wore skirts ( pencil, of course ! ) for some, pants for others, but for that, simple was usually best.<br /> When just a ttending conferences I didn’t/ don’t stress as for presenting, and might do more for the season or clime rather than classic business neutrals, but hey, the women flying in from New York, whether to San Diego or Miami, always wore black!</p> <p>Don’t forget the good haircut!</p> <p>But I reminisce. And this was before YLF and Unfrumped, so most likely I was just Frumped. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire/page/2#post-1944455 Fri, 03 Aug 2018 01:26:23 +0000 connormom 1944455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First time poster but long time reader. &nbsp;I like the idea of separates with a personal touch. &nbsp;The Halogen double-breasted navy with pin stripe is one of my purchases at the sale that I really like. &nbsp;It's a bit longer, and I sense that it could fit many people. &nbsp;My only concern with that one is that it seems too heavy for this time of year. &nbsp;Ah, but I see that it will be for November so that could work!</p> <p>Another purchase of mine is the J Crew blazer mentioned by kkards. &nbsp;I am still on the fence about keeping it, but it is beautifully made. &nbsp;Also double breasted but somewhat short and boxy. &nbsp;It does come in a variety of colors. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944370 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 21:23:06 +0000 Sal 1944370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would be tempted to wear your existing black and cream Pendleton blazer - with black pants of some sort.&nbsp; I don't know what shoes you have but this is&nbsp; good way to add some personality along with your stunning hair.&nbsp; I would wear a simple black top under the blazer but I am on the simple/boring side for these things.....</p> <p>Well fitting black pants seem like they would be a good long term addition for these types of occasion..</p> <p>And congratulations&nbsp; - that is a real honour!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944288 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 18:11:53 +0000 bj1111 1944288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you go dress, mikes clip to your back neckline.</p> <p>What @JoyceB said. Also, I like the idea of a conservative leather jacket, ever so slightly edgy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944270 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 17:33:32 +0000 Joyce B 1944270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on your presentation! As you know, surgeons can be a tough audience. I would wear a power suit to help get my message across. You can add your personal touches to it as well.<br /> I hope you will show us what you decide on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944253 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 16:30:23 +0000 abc 1944253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First of all, what an honor! Congrats!</p> <p>I think the other ladies have you squared away here. The only idea I had is what I'd do - throw a leather jacket over the top of black pants and a flowy top. But that might not be as conservative as you'd like.</p> <p>Can't wait to see what you come up with.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944247 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 16:22:31 +0000 Diana 1944247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is this fringey Halogen tweed too funky? &nbsp;I'd wear it for this kind of thing (with black trousers and a shell, maybe) , but I have a bit of that whole academic-wanting-to-poke-the-doctors thing going on. &nbsp;=P &nbsp;Might be moot, though, as it looks like it's sold out in most sizes.</p> <p>The floral blazer (not NAS, not available) is something I own that I'd wear for this kind of talk. &nbsp;With dress pants or plain dress for a medical-type conference, and with jeans for a scientific one. &nbsp;</p> <p>Definitely do some funky shoes. </p> <p></p> <p>ETA: Gretchen makes a good point about the mic and battery pack. &nbsp;The latter makes it tricky to do a dress unless it has a substantial pocket to clip the pack onto. &nbsp;Pants pocket, belt, or even waistband in a pinch is almost always OK. &nbsp;If you wear a jacket, you won't have to worry about the mic - you can always clip it to the lapel. &nbsp;But a top or dress w/ a lower neckline can be awkward.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944226 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:33:22 +0000 Gretchen 1944226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not in your profession, but I do present at conferences a lot. I always notice the women (and men!) who make an effort. I was totally distracted at a government session last spring b/c I was drooling over the speakers shoes. Whether it’s great pattern matching, or an unusual color (or an awesome pair of shoes) choose something that makes you feel great. The rest of the world can wear boring suits.</p> <p>As to practical matters...<br /> Will you wear a mic? You might need for a belt for the battery pack, and should skip on a big necklace.<br /> Will you need to sit down on stage? Might choose pants or a less structured skirt.<br /> Is the stage raised or are you at floor level? More reason to pay attention to the bottom half of your outfit.</p> <p>Good luck. You’ll rock it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944201 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 14:53:31 +0000 Angie 1944201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun. I'm sure you'll give a great presentation.</p> <p>I'm with <b>Firecracker</b>, try these. They look trendier than a classic blazer and work with your height. A pair of black pants, shell top, and fun loafers or booties.&nbsp;</p> <p>The J.Crew pants are worth a try too.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944153 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 12:56:22 +0000 Roberta 1944153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Staysfit, wear a little something with color and interest. I can't comment on the hat, but a sparkly booch, a bright scarf . . . I just bought a navy Boden blazer with a red floral print, and I can see that as my presentation go to. (Richmond blazer, now on sale!) I didn't see anything in the NAS sale - except possibly the long BB Dakota topper. It's floral, but in a charcoal gray. I can visualize you striding up to the podium in sleek narrow pants and smart low heels or boots.</p> <p>You'll be GREAT! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944152 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 12:53:05 +0000 Janet 1944152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no specific ideas or things to recommend from the NAS because professional wear has been off my radar, but I am kinda feeling some of Staysfit's advice. I wouldn't water down your personal style too much. I'd go with a professional silhouette -- blazer and skirt or trousers -- but with a piece in a great signature "Anna" color or print. Comfortable but signature shoes. No hat. I feel like a hat might be a step too far into distracting territory. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944138 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:58:19 +0000 Staysfit 1944138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Molly Mac, I guess my specialty rocks! I’m so happy! It’s probably because we work with children. I see color and people wearing separates when they present at my conferences. Not traditional suits. People certainly look polished, but it’s rare to see someone wearing a full suit. Maybe a pencil skirt, blouse and elegant cardigan of some sort, but not the matching jacket. Sometime women just wear a nice dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944135 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:51:34 +0000 Staysfit 1944135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seriously? I’m going to offer an alternative perspective here to mix things up and to be a bit contrary. Maybe I’m crazy, but there is no way I would ever wear a conservative suit for an academic presentation. I save them for court, and and for interviewing prospective medical students.....situations where I do not want my personality to have any additional impact on people. I want a true cool polished professional look in the above two situations, after all, interviewing medical students is serious business. I assume surgical residents wear suits at a conference because they are best off If they don’t show much personality yet among a group of senior attendings. However, you are an attending who will be there to give a case presentation. You have arrived! You should bring some warmth and energy to a conference room full of sleepy conservative surgeons who may otherwise be daydreaming through your talk while pretending to listen. This is something physicians are very skilled at doing at conferences until their heads slump and they snore. Wear something colorful and happy. Mix in your personality. I would definitely add the hat with the cherry. Wear some great fun shoes. If you blend into the background, so will your case. Look for something that makes you feel happy and energetic, plus powerful and smart. Let the rest of the room be dull and conservative, you need to shine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944122 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:26:04 +0000 Molly Mac 1944122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I attend a lot of medical conferences. The female speakers always wear a suit in a traditional color (red and bright blue are popular) or a conservative sheath style dress with sleeves. Shoes are closed toe, small to mid heel pumps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944111 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 10:48:52 +0000 kkards 1944111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1st congratulations...great honor for you....</p> <p>this maybe to corporate for you, but there is a jcrew blazer that might work...pink maybe to much...but i like it....and of course there is the traditonal navy....<br />i haven't seen these pants, but the price seems great for a basic pant...there are other colors and plaids....</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944073 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 06:59:08 +0000 Jane 1944073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t know how you feel about dresses but I have a new fab navy pin striped dress from Hugo Boss new season. But i would think you might get more wear out of separates if you couldn’t incorporate this into your day to day wardrobe). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944057 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 05:06:34 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1944057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anna, what about the black and blue plaid version of the Halogen blazer? Or the Trouve blazer in London plaid? Either one would work with black pants. And it seems plaid jackets are having a moment. There's also the Halogen in black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944036 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:44:38 +0000 catherine 1944036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you post a pic of the Pendleton? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944033 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:39:53 +0000 gryffin 1944033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anna - sterling bought the pinstripe and loved it. Can you pm Angie? She’d have the best idea of how it would look on you. Did you see the matching skirt. Very elegant and unusual. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944032 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:39:48 +0000 annagybe 1944032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a black &amp; cream wool Pendleton blazer in my closet, that I think fits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944027 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:31:25 +0000 bj1111 1944027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry @Joy, I’m going to recommend no on the cherry hat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944023 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:25:01 +0000 Anonymous 1944023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you wear the DVF dress? Wear the cherry hat and they will remember you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944021 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:20:24 +0000 bj1111 1944021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If there are residents presenting in the same session, they will be in suits at least in the east coast and the Midwest. In this instance, maybe go with a suit-ish jacket and nondescript black pants. Basically anything with a collar. Can’t go wrong with something forgettable.</p> <p>Of course, I know a pretty famous pnw physician who wore the same chinos and sweater to every single meeting for 10 years. Then he switched to another sweater. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1944002 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 02:49:15 +0000 unfrumped 1944002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I dunno, but I always think the jacket’s the thing, for professional presentations. Though some might manage a “ business” dress with great neckline, or a structured tunic or such. Or a dress with a jacket. </p> <p>Are there any fab blazers or jackets in the sale that appeal? Or non- Nordstrom brand you’d look at online or locally? You could do a “ basic”” pant and good bootie with that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-business-attire#post-1943999 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 02:46:37 +0000 annagybe 1943999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bj1111, I’m fine with costume. Because I’m still representing my hospital in a way. I don’t think black jeans will work.<br /> I need to read the schedule, because honestly I thought it’d be a peer thing. But it’s definitely doctor focused, with a bone thrown to residents </p>