Last week I joined friends Adam Cohen and Audrey McClelland on a “Parents as Brands” panel at Jeff Pulver’s #BrandsConf at the 92nd Street Y.
Jeff’s #140conf events provide a platform for the worldwide Twitter community to connect. Keeping in line with Twitter’s limited number of characters, all talks/panels are 20 minutes or less, providing an array of succinct and engaging perspectives.
I’m really grateful to Adam and Jeff for inviting me to participate. It was such a warm and relaxing atmosphere. I felt so comfortable chatting with Adam and Audrey, it was almost as if we were sitting in someone’s living room. If you’d like to see our discussion, or any of the other speakers from the day, you can check out video recordings of the conference here. Our discussion is in Part I around 39:00 minutes.
But who cares what I have to say about marketing and branding. The real question is, what did I wear? Can you believe no one in the audience asked? Pfft.
[dress (similar) & tights: gap / shoes: zara / bag: chloe / trench: uniqlo (similar) / flower pin: coach / watch: michael kors / bracelet: tiffany / sunnies: c/o foster grant]
For professional events or if I’m going to be on camera, I keep make-up and accessories to a minimum and typically shy away from costume jewelry. I think it distracts from what you’re saying and if you’re not being interviewed or evaluated for a position that involves style, I don’t think it’s the time to make a fashion statement. I interviewed professional stylist Ben Wolff for Mom Corps NYC early this year and he had similar advice.
A quick word on tights…I’m obsessed. I went into Gap recently and grabbed an armful. They’re so inexpensive but such a great way to change up an outfit. My favorite is a burgundy pair that surprisingly go with everything.
We’re leaving for a family holiday in Argentina on Friday so I have a crazy week ahead of me trying to get everything in order before Sebastian tortures us for 10 days straight we leave. Any exciting plans?
Have a glamorous week!
The linky is at BonBon Rose Girls today. “Monday Mingle” is a weekly fashion/style link-up rotated between Momtrends, BonBon Rose Girls, and Glamamom.
I’m also linking up with The Pleated Poppy.
Twitter: babblingofmommy :
You looks fabulous as usual Jill. That Chloe bag and wedge ankle boots are TDF!
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Ok..so everything is PERFECTION but that chloe bag really steals the SHOW!!! Love it!
And those wedges have to be one of those purchases that you are so thankful you made it to the register…they look SO much pricier than ZARA and go with everything:)
Agreed, with a broadcast degree, I actually took a class all about what to wear/how to present yourself on camera…and yes..less is more here…high necklines, neutral colors, no major accessories that jingle jangle…so you were styled PERFECTLY…Of course if you are on camera giving fashion or shopping tips..these rules do not apply..I always wear my best and most eye catching accessories for those segments- hoping the people NOTICE the accessories more than what I am saying..lets be honest, fashion is fun and visual..NOT serious!
Have an amazing time in Argentina…can’t wait to see photos!
C
You look great! and have so much fun on your trip
Love your Zara shoes.
I want to see Argentina someday. The furthest south I have been so far is Ecuador.
Twitter: forallthatjas :
love the bag and flower pin!
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Twitter: babyshopa :
Love you look! Those booties are amazing! Zara has great shoes this fall. You are always dressed perfectly! Great tips on dressing for camera. Enjoy your trip! I will be at home : (
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Twitter: BonBonRoseGirls :
I bet you did an amazing job and you looked beautiful! Love that dress!
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Twitter: beyondbrochure :
Thanks for sharing the video clip of the branding conference. Like your blog, my readers don’t come from Twitter but I reluctantly started a Twitter account to connect with other bloggers in LA. I do get lots of traffic from FB. Good to know your blog is similar. Love the dress!
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Twitter: bibsandbaubles :
Loving the booties and bag. Looking good. Headed over to watch the clip. Would love to hear your thoughts on marketing and branding.
Twitter: GlamKitten88 :
Give me your shoes. Those are sososo cute! I love the dress, too.
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Love the platform oxfords. They are quite fabulous!
Julie
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Twitter: TiffsBreakfast :
Oh my goodness, I adore your oxford wedges!! Those are just perfect!
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Twitter: momtrends :
Must. Buy. Tights. Thanks for the fashionable reminder. Have a great trip. xoxox
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What a cool event, and I am SO going to get some tights.
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Twitter: BiculturalMama :
What a stylish fall look – love it!
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great look
such a great sheath dress and the bag and shoes really make it
have a fun trip
brett
Twitter: anna_sandler :
am very jealous of your family trip, will send good vibes for an easy flight with the little guy.
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Twitter: jennifergarry :
Love this look! I’m tights obsessed too (love these!!!) and you know I’m madly in love with the shoes. And don’t even get me started on the bag!!!
Have fun in Argentina!
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Twitter: sprinklesprings :
LOVE! EVERYTHING! The colors, the bag! It’s perfection and that’s all I have to say right now
xx Kara
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Twitter: alexshook :
Whoa! Your Chloe bag is amazing! I love the shoes, too!
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What a PERFECT outfit for the occasion!!! So business-glam! I love that dress!!
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Twitter: MommyDelicious :
They didn’t ask what you were wearing?! The nerve! Seriously though, you look lovely. I’m totally in love with your tights and shoes. (Burgundy, huh? Gotta get me those!)
Argentina?!?! How NICE!!! Takes loads of pictures and have a great time. Can’t wait to hear all about it. And good luck on the plane. I remember the last episode with Sebastian and the plane…. *sigh*
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The wedges are so retro looking and they look great with the tights. Love the flower pin on the coat.
Daphne.
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Twitter: liliandmae :
You look gorgeous! My favorite part of this outfit is the textures…the dress, the tights. It’s perfect for Fall!
xx
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Twitter: MyPixieBlog :
Love this look and that BAG! GORGEOUS! Good fashion advice here,too, Jill!