https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 05:02:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1827107 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 10:01:57 +0000 bella 1827107@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha! Nordstrom absolutely has the right idea! This Bella loves her Cortez sneakers! :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826973 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 00:36:52 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1826973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great travel capsule! So nicely done--you achieved the look you were after, professional &amp; approachable, and it sounds like you were very comfortable, too. I love the tiered blouse with the blazer, and I am admiring your footwear choices, too. Love the oxfords as well as the sneakers. Thanks for the how-to in putting together this capsule. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826971 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 00:29:45 +0000 Scarlet 1826971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bella, did you see this on the Nordstrom home page? Strangely enough they still don't seem to be selling your sneakers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826536 Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:27:06 +0000 bella 1826536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for your wisdom! I will put the black jacket into rotation once the weather cools down.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826231 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 21:12:48 +0000 Elle 1826231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great capsule - and it worked for such varied weather too. &nbsp;I think the jackets really pull the look together so I wouldn't save the black jacket. The cobalt blue is also a great color - professional but fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826218 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:57:43 +0000 Beth Ann 1826218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well planned, Bella! &nbsp;I love the energy of cobalt -- it seems both feminine and strong, which is perfect for a conference. &nbsp;The striped blazer and oxfords are favorites, too. &nbsp;Clever of you to keep your feet happy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826169 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:59:32 +0000 Petra 1826169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great capsule! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1826037 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:24:33 +0000 Anonymous 1826037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful travel capsule. You look gorgeous and pulled together in each outfit. I'd enjoy wearing the black jacket now, especially as you have found ways to wear it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825998 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Anonymous 1825998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Especially loving your Nikes, oxfords and cobalt bottoms, your outfits are wonderfully interchangeable and appropriate to your needs. Looks cohesive, fresh and flattering. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825994 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:55:31 +0000 Bijou 1825994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your outfits. Getting corporate casual right can be tricky and you completely nailed it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825984 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:20:04 +0000 Scarlet 1825984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the sneaker info. I am going to keep an eye out for those. Also interesting about the red nail polish. My personal opinion is if you find the black jacket is working well for you now, wear it and enjoy it. There are so many great things I loved that I have "saved" that eventually went out of fashion or got too small. I wish I had just enjoyed them more at the time. A black jacket should stand up well to lots of wear, so it wouldn't stop being useful for an interview, and if you do need one in a pinch it's not a hard item to replace. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825972 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 11:00:46 +0000 bella 1825972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you very much. I see much love for the sneaker, I completely concur. I never thought i would like them so much but I absolutely do.&nbsp;<br />The tshirt outfit is one of my favorites as well, and I couldn't resist posting it because it is a good example of how I would like to look when I dress causally, but unfortunately I can't always get it right - I still can't figure out why.&nbsp;<br />The striped jacket is a favorite, but what really surprised me here was the black jacket. I own a matching skirt from Express, and I hardly ever wear this jacket, because I want to keep them as a matching set, you know for an emergency situation, like a job interview or such. I own another black jacket but it is not as nice as this one. I really loved how pulled together this jacket was and how it elevated even the most causal of outfits. So I should think more whether I want to break up this set (given the skirt might be a bit too tight post-baby anyway), or if should invest in a good black jacket.&nbsp;<br />As for fitting everything in a carry-on, I actually found that I brought two blouses too many, and still had room to fit in it some gifts for my son on the way &nbsp;back (dinosaurs!). :)<br />After some trial and error, I also found out that the red nail color is best for me when travelling for a short time. It makes me feel pulled together, and I can also quickly patch up and it won't show, whereas lighter colors will.&nbsp;<br />Anyways, thanks for looking!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825546 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 14:07:45 +0000 Thirkellgirl 1825546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it. You look perfectly appropriate and well put-together at the same time, and comfortable without looking sloppy in the slightest. I am wearing more cobalt all the time, and I think it looks so sharp with black! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825510 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:18:39 +0000 Sisi 1825510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a master at creating capsules, Bella!&nbsp; My favorite outfit is nr. 4 - I like how the colors work together and the tiered blouse. The&nbsp; pale silver shoes&nbsp;look dressy&nbsp;and&nbsp;versatile at the same time.&nbsp;I like your ruby nails and your&nbsp;pulled-up hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825507 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 11:52:22 +0000 krishnidoux 1825507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So smart and chic! Shoes are perfect here, and so is pants leg length. Jackets are fitted, yet comfy enough that you can spend a whole European day in them, sitting in a conference, walking around, sightseeing etc. I salute your ingenuity for making all this fit into a carry-on too. Impressed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825481 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 10:34:32 +0000 Jjsloane 1825481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful Bella! Thanks for the inspiration, I have a conference to attend next week and I'm trying to figure out how not to overpack! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825448 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 08:23:32 +0000 Ledonna N. 1825448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I just say I love your shoe choices. Are they silver tie-ups very nice. I think for the wonderful weather we have very nice choices very comfortable but yet appropriate I like your striped jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825424 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 03:59:32 +0000 rachylou 1825424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Super functional! Looks great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825397 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 01:53:34 +0000 Meredith 1825397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks perfect for the environment you described. It's a really cohesive capsule with a nice amount of detail. #2 is my favorite, but these are all great looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825378 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:52:52 +0000 Tammyb 1825378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that tiered shirts. Especially like outfit 4. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825373 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:38:05 +0000 Scarlet 1825373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am accustomed to this kind of situation and I love seeing your capsule. I know 5 is casual, but those sneakers just make it look super cute. Thanks for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825330 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:43:13 +0000 Windchime 1825330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great in all your outfits--professional and comfortable at the same time. I like your three pant choices; bringing two shades of blue bottoms really lets you change the look and feel of your outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825326 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:36:14 +0000 Tanya 1825326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A great conference capsule, Bella, absolutely perfect for the circumstances. Lovely outfits, too, and I especially like #2 and #6. It is great to see you posting again! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825313 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:01:26 +0000 Lisa 1825313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A perfect conference capsule. &nbsp;And one thing I like best is that you wore walking friendly shoes. &nbsp;Sometimes I see industry people in heels and I do not understand how they do the 12 hour days in high heels! &nbsp;Those white sneakers are really adorable too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---conference-capsule#post-1825283 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 20:20:16 +0000 bella 1825283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was in northern Germany last week to attend a conference. There was no official dress code, usually it is jackets + pants (but no ties) for the most senior faculty, shorts and flip flops (or equivalent for cold weather) for the undergrads, anything in-between for the rest. 2 travel days, 4 full conference days and dinners in the evenings. Some days we didn't get a chance to go back to the hotel to change before dinner, so I was in the same clothes for 12 hours. I wanted to look professional but approachable, and to feel comfy. The weather changed from rainy and cold to warm and clear in the same day. So I carried my umbrella and a gray pashmina in my bag all the time. I also had a foldable raincoat for when it really poured, which I had to use once.<br /> I only traveled with my carry-on, so space was an issue. I decided to travel with 2 jackets, 3 jeans, and 2 lightweight sweaters, 2 pairs of shoes, lots of blouses and two tshirts, because I didn't want to have to wear the same blouse twice (not for aesthetic reasons, but I feel that the tops get crummy when traveling) The colors were black, white, cream, navy, and cobalt- a very limited color palette. At the end of the day, I went with the same jacket+jean combinations, and just changed the tops, but pretty much everything was interchangeable, and I could just add sweaters when I needed underneath the jackets.&nbsp;<br /> I kept the wearing the same accessories for simplicity: pearl studs, pearl ring, pearl and CZ pendant.</p> <p>The rundown:&nbsp;<br /> #2, #4, #6- conference days - I wore #4 a second time with a different white top.&nbsp;<br /> #1- #3 dinner&nbsp;<br /> #5 - casual breakfast<br /> #1 was also my travel outfit without a jacket, with another top underneath and a pashmina.&nbsp;</p> <p>I was super happy with this capsule, I love that everything went with everything and the outfits all fit very well with the image I wanted to project.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks for looking!&nbsp; </p>