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I love networking and have been doing it more and more for my marketing and social media business. I also love clothes. One of the questions I am often asked when I encourage people to go networking to make connections and build their business is what should they wear? As a plus-sized lady, I know that clothes and fashion can be scary for some people, but I am here to tell you that the best thing to wear networking is whatever you feel comfortable wearing.
You can generally wear whatever you feel most comfortable in, as networking is made up of an eclectic bunch of people. I am a big fan of dopamine dressing. I love to wear colours and patterns that make me feel happy, so this is always the vibe that I go for. Often fun dresses and maxis. Always with quirky accessories that make an outfit more me.
I have worked with Cotton Traders a few times now and love their clothes. They have sent me some items from their summer collection and I think they would make for a great summer networking outfit, especially with the changeable weather we have had this year. I am wearing here a pale pink jersey blazer which is much more comfortable than a more tailored version of this jacket. Wide leg polka dot trousers, and a relaxed cotton shirt – which is a total wardrobe staple. All of these items can be switched and reused to make a fab capsule wardrobe and different outfits for the summer and into the autumn.
Both the blazer and shirt would look great with jeans, I could layer a summer dress up with the blazer and go for a more relaxed style with the polka dot trousers by wearing them with a t-shirt.
In terms of accessories, for the look I am wearing here, I have added a pink headband (great for hiding roots by the way), pink suede trainers, a bookshelf necklace and pink earrings.
For networking in the summer, I would say anything goes from jeans to dresses. But I find an outfit like this, a jumpsuit, maxi skirt or simple tailoring is perfect. Always wear something that will make you feel good and represents your business and style. Go for dopamine dressing and more importantly have fun and make connections.