Blogging conferences bring about so much excitement! While they can be so much fun, the conferences are truly educational, offer opportunities to network, help you develop your business and usually provide you with plan of action. As with any other activity related to your blogging business, the way that you present yourself at a conference is important. While attending, you are your brand, every day, every minute of the conference. Be prepared to represent your brand very well. You want to be taken seriously.
Once you register and plan your traveling, it’s time to pack for a stylish, professional, oh so cute, and comfortable experience. But….HOW? Most conferences are Thursday-Sunday so this snapshot should take you through those few days. Here’s a sample agenda and a visual (celebrity inspired) for What to Wear to a Summer Blog Conference.
*Author’s Note: I recommend substituting shoes that are pictured, for comfortable flats sandals/shoes to suit your walking needs.*
Thursday and Sunday Travel – Boyfriend jeans and tee with a little layering for the cool flight or train ride.
Thursday Night Networking Event – Fun jumpsuit; jazz it up and impress. First impressions are lasting ones.
Friday workshops – Nice pants & blouse. You can layer with a cardigan/light blazer for those cool conference rooms.
Friday Night Networking & Fun – Fun summer dress; time to show off & grab cocktails!
Saturday Workshops – Stylish dress or skirt. Show your personality and style; add cardigan/light blazer for layering.
Saturday Night Dinner / Out & About with New Blogger friends – Jeans and an easy, cute top.
You are so ready! Oh, don’t forget your FIVE must-haves since you are there for blogging business:
1. Camera
2. Laptop
3. Phone/Laptop Chargers
4. Business Cards
5. Note Pad (some of us still like to take quick notes the old fashioned way)
So tell me, what are a few of your must haves to wear to a blog confrence? What do you have to take with you? Let me know!
Okay…go, go, go and have a FABULOUS time! I can’t wait to hear all about it.
Written by: Stania Romain of Miss-Sassy.com | Wardrobe stylist & style blogger in Washington, DC.
Kydee says
I really enjoyed this post. A few months ago I went to a travel conferences and had no idea what to wear, so I was inspired to create a post about that–nevertheless these tips are awesome! #blmgirls
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Whitney says
Thanks, Kydee!
Tianna says
thanks for this! I never thought about this at all so it’s quite helpful for me!
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Whitney says
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for reading! 🙂
districtofchic says
I am the worst packer ever. Lists like these are so helpful!
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Whitney says
LOL! Glad to help…xo!
Oh to Be a Muse says
Definitely feeling that jumpsuit. I just want to wear it all day every day!
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Whitney says
YES to jumpsuits, anytime. Lol.
Rachel says
I wish we had blogging conferences near my town. What a great post and tips, thanks for sharing Whitney and thank you for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired me”
Rachel xo
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Whitney says
Thanks for reading, Rachel! 😉
Allison says
Thanks for this quick synopsis, complete with pics just in case we (or just me!) might have been slightly confused, lol! This will be a great packing guide, esp for those of us (or again, just me!) who are card-carrying member of Over-Packers (not so) Anonymous!