Business Networking Nights: How to Dress Smart, Bold, and Confident!

Going to be at a tech or business conference soon? When we enter our 40s, we never want to look matronly, but anything fashion-forward feels a little too much and wearing a suit to a casual rooftop bar for networking events just doesn't sound right. Fear not! Bauble's fashion experts are here to help you look for special occasion dresses for older ladies.

Location matters

Main thing you need to consider is location. The general rule is to dress for comfort, because business events are absolutely exhausting.

If your event is at a warmer venue, go for a simple airy and comfortable dress to keep you cool and fresh all day long. Bauble's Joliet Dress dress is a great piece to start with since you can layer it once it starts getting cooler. 

Now, if the venue is somewhere with cooler temperatures or an indoor event that will be air conditioned, choose a sophisticated dress that will keep you covered. Check out Bauble's Lily Lapel Dress for a stylish choice that will keep you warm.

Personal aesthetic meets business casual

As you attend business networking nights, feeling confident means still feeling like yourself even if you're in a more formal set-up.

You can keep an edgy aesthetic and pair it with a very professional but on trend outfit and polished makeup. Go for this Luna High Waist Dress from Bauble Buy for an edgy statement piece that still keeps you classy. 

You can also keep the bubble and bright personality with a graphic print dress like Bauble's Peyton Dress. Wear it with chunky black sandals to make you look empowered but still yourself. 

Get Creative with Basic Pieces

Bauble's fashion experts suggest a business-like spin on something more fashion forward. Have a blazer of some sort for these business events as an option but make sure it’s current-looking just like Bauble's Alaia 2 Piece Set.

Want to get creative? You can get basic matching sets and mix that with other pieces you already have to make your unique piece! This Romilly Set by Bauble Buy is a simple yet stylish set to play around with.

Suits can be your best friend

One go-to outfit is a suit, while it might be intimidating to style a suit and make it feel feminine while keeping that professional vibe, if you find the right combination, suits can help you exude a powerful vibe during events.

Bauble's Flare and Match set can be the perfect suit if you want to keep it simple but still have that fun pop of color. 

But, if you want to go all out and use statement suits to make an entrance no one can forget, you can style Bauble's Printed Blazer with Pants is the best way to go. Match it with a simple clutch and heels to make the prints and colors pop.

Final Thoughts

Business networking events can be intimidating but that doesn't mean you can't have fun with it. Opt for the more casual end of business casual while still looking put together, but also don't restrict yourself from play around with fun but subtle/polished pieces and accessories. 

Keep in mind that the quality of your clothing and accessories are important as you move up the ranks.