My Speaker Look
Here’s one I’d never heard before.
As I’ve mentioned, I’m incredibly excited to be speaking at the Stamford TEDx event next month. I had a conference call with the organizer yesterday, and the question of attire came up.
Now, I’ve heard of casual, black tie, festive and business casual. But his dictum was completely new to me. “The speakers should be a half shade better than the audience.”
Huh?
I had to laugh because I sort of understood. Fortunately, he went on to explain that most of the attendees would be wearing jeans, so I’d want to be a step up from that. Certainly not business-y, but somewhere between ‘smart casual’ and streetwear.
You’ll have to watch the video in May to see my choice.
Fortunately, I won’t have to watch the video because I already have my ticket and will be there live! I like the speaker look above, Jane. I had not thought of wearing jeans to the event, but I am hard pressed to go anywhere any more looking anything less than ‘smart casual’. I don’t remember smart casual as even being in the business dress code 10 years ago. Do you?
Love the outfit, but I prefer that you dress one full shade better than the audience.
Looking forward to attending the TEDX event in April, and being dressed 1/2 shade less than you!
@Catherine
I’m thrilled you’ll be there! You ALWAYS look a cut above.
@Scarlett
I know I can always count on your eye, taste level and discernment to make sure I’m dressed exactly as the event requires. Forever grateful for your expertise…