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There have been a TON of questions on here lately about what to wear to a conference in 2026’s weird fashion era… so let’s discuss! I’ll throw out some topics I’ve seen brought up and I’d love to see you guys weigh in on them in the comments…

In the past, we’ve discussed the five things you must bring to conferences, how to network at conferences, and we even took a stab at what to wear to a beachy conference with a “resort business casual” attire. We also recently rounded up extremely comfortable business casual shoes, including reader shoutouts for great shoes to wear to conferences with lots of walking!

{related: The Ultimate Guide to Business Casual for Women}

What Should You Wear to a Conference in 2026?

A lot of the questions I’ve seen wonder about the following kinds of workwear items:

• dresses: are they in or out? sleeves? pockets?
• blazers?
• can you repeat portions of an outfit (such as wearing the same blazer on two different days)?
• can you wear tights if it’s going to be cold in May? what if it’s some place like Florida and will be chilly that day — will black tights look out of place?

For my $.02…

Don’t Wear a Skirt or Dress To a Conference Unless You Know What to Wear on Your Legs

If it’s a question — of whether tights are seasonally appropriate, or if the conference is formal enough to require pantyhose — then skip the dress and go for pants instead.

(That said, I’ve said in the past that a work dress with pockets and sleeves like this one is the perfect thing to wear to a conference… and we just rounded up a bunch.)

Wear Blazers and Layers to Ward Against Chilly Conference A/C

I, of course, am always a fan of a blazer (or sweater blazer, if the conference is more casual or if the rest of your outfit is more structured) — and I’d also suggest bringing a cardigan or wrap in your bag so you can throw it on top of the blazer for more warmth. (A wrap can also go on your legs if you’re freezing during the conference.)

Wear Clothes with Pockets to the Conference

Another big bonus to the blazer (if you choose wisely): you’ll have a pocket for business cards. Otherwise, make sure your pants have pockets! If you get lanyards with plastic ID sleeves you may also be able to stash a few there, but many conferences may use pins or magnets to attach to your lapel or shirt.

Wear Comfortable Shoes That Look Vaguely Professional

If you know you’re going to be walking a lot — or that you might be walking many blocks to lunches, dinners, or cocktail parties — you really don’t want to be that person complaining about your shoes.

At the same time, I feel like you can get away with a lot of shoes that might be a little bit fug in the interest of wearing comfortable shoes.

(We’ll put some of our favorite comfortable-but-professional shoes at the bottom of this post… we also just rounded up extremely comfortable business casual shoes that readers say they walk for miles in at conferences!)

A good backup: keep foldable flats in your bag to change into in case of emergency. (I’ve also used them as hotel slippers because let’s face it, hotel rugs are gross. Here’s our latest roundup of foldable flats!)

When In Doubt, Look for Conference Photos From Previous Years

There is usually somewhere, whether it’s the conference website or Instagram hashtags, where you can figure out what people have worn at your exact conference. This is going to be your best guide!

I’ve also (carefully) asked women colleagues who I know have attended the conference in the past broad questions like “is this a pantyhose kind of situation?” I say “carefully” because you probably want to have a pretty close relationship with a senior colleague to even ask a broad question like that. (There can also be work politics at play, e.g., if only a few people are chosen to attend the conference every year.)

What to Wear on Day 2 at a Conference

Don’t repeat outfits, but feel free to wear separates multiple ways. I think everyone understands that your conference attire is limited due to packing restraints — so don’t feel overwhelmed to have a completely new outfit.

I would try to vary it enough to make it clear that you’re not wearing yesterday’s clothes, though — if you’re going to wear a blazer with pants one day, I’d maybe wear the same pants with a different blazer on day 2, and Blazer 1 with a dress or different style of pants on day 3.

Keep In Mind That Different Conference Days Might Have Different Attire

I think it’s common for the last day of conferences to have a lot more variation in people’s attire because people may be leaving midday for another event or flight. The people who are headed to court or other Big Meetings might be in more formal suits than they’ve worn the rest of the conference — while a lot of people might also be in comfortable traveling attire.

(This is a great time to bust out your favorite pull-on pants for the office if you’re wondering what to wear for the plane! Know your audience, but certain athleisure — like Athleta pants — might be appropriate here also. Here’s our latest roundup of pull-on pants for work!)

Can You Wear Sneakers to a Conference?

Know your audience, here — for more formal, corporate conferences, I would probably lean towards no, but it could really vary widely… instead, go for comfortable flats like loafers, Mary Jane flats or pointy toe flats. (This is our latest favorite sneaker for work.)

Another good option here: that subset of fugly-but-comfortable-and-vaguely-professional heels that we’ve called “commuting heels” in the past. (These are particularly great to know about as wide leg trousers have come back into fashion, because they maintain hem length!)

Some of our favorite brands for this kind of shoe include FLY London, Dansko, Eileen Fisher, Børn, and Miz Mooz.

What Should Women Wear to Speak at a Conference?

This is a slightly different question, of course, but I’ve seen it enough here (because you guys rock) that we should discuss here also. How is it different?

The two main considerations I’ve seen readers note time and time again:

Be wary of microphone cords. For example, if you’re going to be miked with wires and cords, a dress is less than great because a lot of those cords will have to go up through your dress.

Be wary of skirts. Will you be seated during your speech or panel? Or at any point during it? Will you be on a raised dais? Will there be anything solid in front of your legs, such as a tablecloth or a solid podium? If the answer to any of these is “maybe,” then, again, a dress or skirt probably isn’t what you want to wear.

(That said, if you still want to go with a dress, do check out our roundup of day to night dresses — they have enough of an impact to be perfect for a leader or VIP.)

For my $.02, I’d suggest that women who are speaking try to convey authority with a blazer or Chanel-like jacket… this is a great opportunity to go for something bold and memorable, but it’s also a fine time to justify something like one of our favorite pricy blazers.

This could also be a great opportunity to bust out a “fun suit” like the ones we feature on Wednesdays… I’ll put some of my latest favorites below. Of course, know your personal brand (and career goals for the conference, whether it’s getting new clients or being memorable as an expert), as well as the general conference attire before getting a bit too wild… (You could also check out our roundup of dramatic blazers!)

Our Latest Favorite Blazers to Splurge On

Hunting for a luxe statement blazer? 2025 favorites include Smythe, include McQueen, L’Agence, Veronica Beard, The Fold, Armani, and Anine Bing.

Our Latest Favorite Chanel-Like Jackets

Some of Kat’s Latest Favorite Fun Suits

We round up a fun suit each week for our “Suit of the Week” feature — some of Kat’s latest favorites include these beauties:

What are the Best Shoes to Wear to a Conference?

I’ve seen requests here for wedges, comfortable heels, comfortable flats, and more! I think most readers would agree that this is not the time to try out those 4″ heels that you’ve only worn in the department store.

I’ll put some of our latest favorite shoes in those categories below… but readers, I’d love to hear what you have to say!

Comfortable Flats to Wear to a Conference

Loafers

Mary Jane Flats and Other Strappy Flats

Oxfords for Women

Hunting for great oxfords for women in 2026? Check out Cole Haan oxfords (also at Nordstrom), as well as The Office of Angela Scott and Carmina Shoemaker.

Ballet Flats and Other Slip-On Styles

Foldable Flats

Comfortable Heels to Wear to a Conference

Wedge Heels

Commuting Heels

If you’re hunting for commuting heels, as of 2025 we’d recommend brands like FLY London, Dansko, Eileen Fisher, Børn and Miz Mooz. These help you maintain height for pants hemmed for heels — but with more comfortable shoes for your commute.

Another option: wedge sneakers.

{related: check out our Guide to Comfortable Heels!}

“Comfort” Heels

If you’re seeking “comfort heels,” check out brands like Clarks, Naturalizer, Trotters, Cole Haan, Sofft, Vionic, and Lifestride! If you definitely want a stable base, check out funkier brands like FLY London, Dansko, Eileen Fisher, and Børn — they’re great as commuting heels (because you can maintain height for pants hemmed for heels), but they may also be just the ticket if you want something more comfortable.

Some of our latest favorite comfort heels for 2025 are below…

Low Heels

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Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

With the caveat that you should probably fasten a few more buttons than the photo suggests, this looks like a perfect office top for spring. The polka dots on this silk-satin top from Reiss would look great with a navy suit for a business formal look, but it would also look fabulous paired with a twirly midi skirt for something a little more casual.

Either way, I’m going to suggest that leaving it unbuttoned to the navel is a “just for the weekend” style. 

The top is $398 at Reiss and comes in sizes 0-14. It also comes in a solid light green.

Sales of note for 3/20:

• Nordstrom – Spring saving event, save up to 25% off! Lots of nice options from Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss, Boss, and M.M.LaFleur. For weekend, lots of clothes from Sanctuary, Kut from the Kloth, Frame, Paige, Zella, and Barefoot Dreams. (Ooh, also some good Clare V bags in the sale.)
• Ann Taylor – The Suit Yourself Event! 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 20% off
• Bloomingdale’s – Friends & Family, take 25% off. Beauty treats $20 off every $150.
• Boden – Sale! Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family sale, enjoy 20% off sitewide and up to 50% off select bundles (ends 3/22)
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 60% off
• Elie Tahari – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off.
• Express – 30-70% off everything (Editor pants for $69!)
• J.Crew – 30% off dresses, suiting & accessories
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything, extra 50% off clearance
• Macy’s – VIP Sale + 15% off beauty & fragrance
• M.M.LaFleur – Private sale, new styles added — you can also try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Mango – 30% off everything
• RŌZ – Friends & Family sale! Kat likes this hair mask/oil.
• Saks OFF5TH – Liquidation sale, up to 80% off! Everything final sale, ends 3/23
• Shopbop – Lots on sale, up to 60% off
• Splendid – 30% off sitewide
• Talbots – 25%-30% off dresses, accessories, shoes and more

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Readers were mentioning this collapsible electric kettle as being great for travel — I love the idea!

If you travel often, you know that coffee makers in hotel rooms can be unreliable (if not downright gross) — and if you’re in an AirBnB or whatnot, there may be one missing entirely. This helps you hydrate (and/or caffeinate) in peace.

The kettle is $29, at Amazon.

Sales of note for 3/20:

• Nordstrom – Spring saving event, save up to 25% off! Lots of nice options from Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss, Boss, and M.M.LaFleur. For weekend, lots of clothes from Sanctuary, Kut from the Kloth, Frame, Paige, Zella, and Barefoot Dreams. (Ooh, also some good Clare V bags in the sale.)
• Ann Taylor – The Suit Yourself Event! 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 20% off
• Bloomingdale’s – Friends & Family, take 25% off. Beauty treats $20 off every $150.
• Boden – Sale! Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family sale, enjoy 20% off sitewide and up to 50% off select bundles (ends 3/22)
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 60% off
• Elie Tahari – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off.
• Express – 30-70% off everything (Editor pants for $69!)
• J.Crew – 30% off dresses, suiting & accessories
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything, extra 50% off clearance
• Macy’s – VIP Sale + 15% off beauty & fragrance
• M.M.LaFleur – Private sale, new styles added — you can also try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Mango – 30% off everything
• RŌZ – Friends & Family sale! Kat likes this hair mask/oil.
• Saks OFF5TH – Liquidation sale, up to 80% off! Everything final sale, ends 3/23
• Shopbop – Lots on sale, up to 60% off
• Splendid – 30% off sitewide
• Talbots – 25%-30% off dresses, accessories, shoes and more

March has this way of making you want to start fresh, reach for something a little lighter, even before the weather fully agrees. My cart this month has become its own mood board with soft neutrals, pretty florals, and a shade of butter yellow I keep coming back to.

For the girls, I’m loving smocked spring dresses in the sweetest prints, striped pedal pushers for those in-between days, and cute room additions to bring the outside in.

For the home, I’ve been drawn to the most beautiful things. Paper flowers, unique vases, a linen tablecloth I’ve had my eye on, and a hand blown glass pitcher that will go with everything. The kind of finds that make you want to set a table for no reason at all.

All of my latest cart saves are waiting for you below.

There is something every woman has experienced at least once: standing in front of a mirror before a big event, smoothing her hands over her dress, and wishing everything just sat a little more perfectly. Shapewear has long been the go-to fix for that feeling, but layering a separate garment under a dress is not always comfortable, and it is definitely not convenient. That is exactly why shapewear dresses have become one of the most talked-about pieces in women’s fashion right now. They solve the problem before it even starts.

What Exactly Is a Shapewear Dress?

A shapewear dress is exactly what it sounds like: a dress that has shaping built directly into the fabric or lining. Instead of pulling on a separate bodysuit or slip before getting dressed, the shaping is already there, sewn into the garment itself. The result is a smoother silhouette, a more defined waist, and a fit that holds everything in place throughout the day or night without any extra effort on your part.

The concept is not entirely new, but the way brands are executing it has changed dramatically. Early versions could feel stiff, overly compressive, or obviously shapewear-like. Today’s best options feel like regular dresses. They move with your body, breathe well, and do their job quietly.

Why Women Are Reaching for Them More Than Ever

Convenience is the most obvious reason. Getting dressed for a dinner, a wedding, a work event, or even a date night involves enough decisions already. Not having to layer undergarments, worry about a visible waistband, or adjust a slipping bodysuit throughout the night takes one very real stressor off the list.

Beyond convenience, there is the confidence factor. When a dress fits the way it is supposed to, when it skims your curves smoothly and stays in place, you carry yourself differently. You are not tugging at the hem or second-guessing your reflection. That feeling is hard to put a price on, and it is a big part of why dresses with built in shapewear have built such a loyal following.

There is also the aesthetic argument. A dress that smooths and shapes as part of its construction simply looks better on the body. The fabric lies flat, the silhouette is clean, and the overall effect is more polished. Whether you are wearing a body-hugging midi or a flowy evening dress, shaping built into the garment elevates the entire look.

Who Are They For?

The short answer: anyone who wears dresses. Shapewear dresses are not exclusively for one body type, one age group, or one occasion. They have been embraced by women who want a little extra support postpartum, women who want a streamlined look for formal events, women who simply like the way a shaped dress holds its structure throughout a long day, and women who are just tired of uncomfortable layering.

Size inclusivity has also improved significantly in this category. Many brands now offer shapewear dresses across a wide range of sizes, recognizing that the desire for a smooth, confident fit is universal.

What to Look For When Shopping

Not all shapewear dresses are created equal, so it helps to know what actually makes a good one.

Fabric quality matters most
Look for fabrics that have a firm hold but still stretch with your movement. Blends that include nylon or spandex with compression properties tend to perform best. You want the dress to shape you, not restrict you.

Built-in structure vs. a separate lining
Some dresses use a compression lining sewn into the interior, which works similarly to a slip but with actual shaping power. Others have the compression woven into the outer fabric itself. Both can work well. The key is that neither should be visible through the dress or create awkward bunching.

The silhouette should feel intentional
A good shapewear dress does not just compress, it sculpts. Pay attention to how the seaming is designed. Strategic construction around the waist, hips, and midsection makes a real difference in how the final look comes together.

Comfort for long wear
You should be able to sit, stand, eat, and move freely. If a dress is too tight to be comfortable for more than an hour, it is not the right fit, regardless of how it looks standing still.

How to Style Them

One of the underrated advantages of shapewear dresses is how versatile they tend to be. A black bodycon shapewear midi, for example, works just as well at a cocktail party as it does at a client dinner or a night out. Dress it up with heeled sandals and statement jewelry. Keep it more minimal with sleek flats and a structured bag. The silhouette does the heavy lifting regardless of how you accessorize.

For daytime, softer fabrics and more relaxed silhouettes in the shapewear dress category pair well with sneakers, denim jackets, or light blazers. The shaping keeps the look put-together even when the styling is relaxed.

Color plays a role too. Black remains the most popular choice for a reason: it is slimming, classic, and endlessly versatile. But nude tones, deep jewel colors, and even bold prints have entered the shapewear dress market, giving women far more options than they had even a few years ago.

A Smarter Way to Get Dressed

Fashion has always been about feeling good, not just looking good. The rise of shapewear dresses reflects a broader shift in how women think about getting dressed: they want pieces that work for them, not against them. Less fidgeting, less layering, less second-guessing, and more confidence from the moment they zip up.

If you have not tried one yet, the category is worth exploring. Once you experience the difference a well-made shapewear dress makes, it is hard to go back to separates. Your closet, and your morning routine, will thank you.