1. Essential: undergarments. I forgot once and had to go buy some ’cause I’m no Britney.
2. The Suit or The Outfit. Usually when I travel for work, I have a Big Meeting or Presentation. This time, I have an Evening Event. Normally I have The Suit with a wrinkle-free oxford, the uniform of the PR Professional. Since the Important Networking Opportunity is in the evening, I’ve packed a long black skirt, black sweater (because it’s about seven degrees outside) and a red wool blazer, just to prove I’m not boring. I have not forgotten the stockings or the Standard Black Pumps.
3. The Backup Outfit. You know, just in case you put on The Outfit or The Suit and it looks ghastly/fits all wrong/had something explode on it midflight/can’t get de-wrinkled in time. Don’t omit the Backup Outfit; having this along can save your life.
4. Jeans. Like many offices, Fridays are denim-friendly in mine. Of course, in my home office, all days are denim-friendly, so these babies get a lot of wear.
5. Layering options. It is winter, so I have a couple of sweaters with tees and long-sleeved shirts to layer underneath. I also have blazers and jackets to throw on top. It’s really cold so I’m prepared. In the summer, though, it’s also important to have layering options. Conference rooms where Big Meetings are usually held, are notoriously cold.

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