https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:35:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk/page/2#post-2010928 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 22:18:21 +0000 WitchyD 2010928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I lean towards the&nbsp;Navy Blue pinafore dress for its simplicity and understated color. &nbsp;For filming you generally want solid colors or color blocks, so while the&nbsp;Hugo Boss white sheath looks awesome, it might be too much pattern for film. You don't want the dreaded moiré effect or "pattern moving" in the video which is what you see with things like checks, stripes, plaids,&nbsp;houndstooth, etc. on camera.&nbsp;</p> <p>I actually like what you're wearing under the&nbsp;gilet. The burgundy color is flattering and reads as very elegant, though it does have more of a fall/winter feel.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010791 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 13:26:36 +0000 Bijou 2010791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Roxanna, I am so thrilled for you! Congratulations and I will definitely want to see your speech, it sounds like a great topic.</p> <p>I think you look beautiful in all of these, you light up in outfit #1 and it photographs so well, that would be my choice. You must wear what makes you feel authentically you, because THAT is the person we want to hear from.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010783 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 13:09:00 +0000 RobinF 2010783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, how exciting! I don't have much to add but I do like #1 and would love to see it with a lighter top. Also agree with the advice about what feels most comfortable and you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010776 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 13:00:54 +0000 Laura 2010776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations! So exciting! I say wear the one you feel comfortable in and that feels the most "you."&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010734 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 07:31:24 +0000 Jane 2010734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations! What a super opportunity. How great to be asked. Well done.</p> <p>I think understanding the background would be helpful. But both 1 and 2 look super to my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010721 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:02:43 +0000 RainB 2010721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No outfit advice but just wanted to say Congratulations and good luck!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010684 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 02:03:39 +0000 Jaime 2010684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope you will give us the link to your talk! First of all good luck! I would research what films well in terms of color (because I have no idea blue? white?) and also note which speakers looked good to you and what they wore. Because I am pretty sure what looks perfect in this setting is very specific. Also what color will the backdrop be? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010634 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 22:13:14 +0000 Staysfit 2010634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Comgratulations! What an honor and endorsement of your achievements! I like the first outfit best. I watch TED talks often, and think it provides the perfect amount of pizazz while still placing the primary focus on your face. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010633 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 22:08:24 +0000 Sal 2010633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How exciting - congratulations!!</p> <p>I love 1 and 2 for this occasion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010631 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:52:01 +0000 Roxanna 2010631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SUCH a smart community you all are; you suggested things I hadn't even thought of. Thank you so much. Not a lot of time now but I will pop by later to answer specifics.</p> <p>THANK YOU for the good wishes and the wisdom! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010628 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:49:32 +0000 mtnsofthemoon 2010628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats!&nbsp; That is super exciting.&nbsp; I also really like #1.&nbsp; I like the gillet and the burgundy monochromatic color.&nbsp; I think you look polished, professional, not too distracting and very, very approachable.&nbsp; Your smile is beautiful!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010626 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:46:14 +0000 Gretchen 2010626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations- what an interesting topic! </p> <p>Since this is TedX, the production standards may be different than Ted...do you have any video from previous TedX in your location?</p> <p>In general -<br /> - More casual/color rich will read as more approachable. I love the gilet look but understand the seasonal concerns.<br /> - Avoid pattern. Unless you’ve specifically spoken w someone on the AV team and they’ve said it’s ok.<br /> - Make sure you have a waistband or pocket for the mic battery pack. Otherwise you will need to attach to either your neck in back or bra strap (both can be distracting when speaking)<br /> - Love the idea of adding accessories, but be sure you love the outfit without. Depending on the AV equipment you might be asked to remove necklace or earrings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010625 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:42:11 +0000 Helena 2010625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Roxanna, how awesome! These are all gorgeous, I am partial to the first one, only because it looks like the most comfortable, which would be supportive to you when doing a big talk.<br /> Seconding the request to share the video when it's available; my clients are both marketers with an interest in social causes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010597 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 18:58:28 +0000 Vix 2010597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Roxanna --</p> <p>Big congrats from me! What a great topic (signed, social marketing past and hopefully future).</p> <p>I love #1 but will it be too wintry? You have so many great outfits...I think you need to add more here for those of us with terrible memories cough me cough. </p> <p>Since prints can be a little dicey when photographed, what about one of your "add necklaces to create interest" outfits?&nbsp;</p> <p>TED talks seem to get filmed from...interesting...angles sometimes, so I'd just test finalists out with a 360 view in mind. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010592 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 18:27:39 +0000 rachylou 2010592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok! Now that’s an interesting topic! Look forward to it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010590 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 18:25:14 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2010590@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love outfits #1 and 2 for this purpose. #1 may be a bit warm in May. What I like about these outfits is that they are fairly streamlined, very you, professional. I love the last dress on you, but it wouldn't be my choice for the talk because it has more going on visually (and with the added moto). Congratulations! I would love to see the talk, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010581 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 17:54:01 +0000 kkards 2010581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations! WOW how exciting...</p> <p>I love #1, but if I remember that gilet is a pretty heavy wool...will it be too warm for May?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010567 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 17:33:27 +0000 Barbara Diane 2010567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m a fan of #1 also. And is it possible to find out what background will be behind you? You don’t want to wear the same color as you would disappear a bit, and, at the same time you don’t want to clash.<br /> Would also want to watch your talk, so let us know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010565 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 17:27:06 +0000 Anonymous 2010565@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats-definitely post it for us! I like 1 the most too-you seem very comfortable in it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010557 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 16:47:15 +0000 Carla 2010557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>UmmLila got to it before me! The gilet is perfect, but would be nice with a top that reads as brighter. You will be interesting to look at as you speak, but the focus will be on your face and the words you speak. What perfect timing for your new cool 'do! </p> <p>Congratulations on being chosen. What a fascinating topic, Roxanna! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010549 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 16:27:39 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2010549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also, post the link to your talk when it goes up, please. I am a board member of two nonprofits and I'm sure I'll find the content interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010548 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 16:26:12 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2010548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the gilet but maybe with a brighter color top. I think if you walk around while speaking, the gilet will move a little in a good way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010525 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 15:34:16 +0000 April 2010525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure if this is dated advice, but prints usually don't film very well.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>And I like the "approachable" advice you received from others.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010522 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 15:30:25 +0000 Marilyn 2010522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How exciting!&nbsp; I LOVE outfit #1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010513 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 15:10:56 +0000 Janet 2010513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Christina -- the TED talks I've seen have been pretty informal and I'd definitely go with something that looks polished but not too dressed up. I love the idea of the outfit with the vest -- easy but distinctive and professional. Color can look great on stage and in photos/video, but if you're like me and don't feel your most comfortable in bold colors, I'd stick with what makes you feel the most fab.&nbsp;</p> <p>But most of all, congratulations! What a wonderful honor and opportunity! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010509 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:53:31 +0000 Christina F. 2010509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the first one. I think in a TED talk you want to look very nice, but not too formal - approachable, in other words. The main thing though is that you have to feel like a rock star in whatever you choose. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010508 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:53:27 +0000 Sisi 2010508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them all but with a preference for nr. 1. Professional but unexpected.</p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010503 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:38:24 +0000 Elizabeth P 2010503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I love that first outfit.&nbsp; It's a bit different, yet totally professional. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Congratulations!<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010499 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:34:53 +0000 rachylou 2010499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m partial to the gilet, but think 2 is very personable. What’s your topic? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-to-give-a-ted-talk#post-2010497 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:29:10 +0000 anne 2010497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So exciting!!&nbsp; I kind of like the first one, and the last one but I'm sure someone more knowledgeable about filming will chime in because that's the perspective you need. </p>