What do I wear? This may not sound like a serious journalistic query, but it is truly a problem. In the span of a day I can be at the rink, a press conference, and a public meeting. And I never know what I'll be doing in the day until I'm safely curled up at night in my bed in my pjs.
Now, I know, clothes are supposed to matter. But they do. I can't show up to cover a press conference in a band t-shirt, and I don't really want to go to the rink in a suit. So how do you strike that balance? I'm young enough that I worry about people taking me seriously--especially considering my propensity towards mittens on a string and singing along with cds in my car. But, I also don't want to be overdressed, that can make people uncomfortable too. So where's the balance? I'll go to a school board meeting in a denim skirt and sweater, to find all the other media wearing jeans and t-shirts. So, the next time, I'll wear jeans and a sweater and sneakers, and every one will be in suits. Also, as media, I don't want to stand out too much, but I want people to know I'm a reporter.
My current uniform consists of pants, either jeans or khakis, plain t-shirts, and sweaters. And on my feet? Sneakers or boots, depending on the weather. But, I know that it doesn't always work, and apparently I can't always predict when that will be. However, I do know enough not to wear my pink hat during interviews--unless I'm outside:)
And, on another note, we got a very sweet card thanking us for our coverage of provincials and for honouring the Myatts. It made me feel really touched:)
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I told you that was a good story!
Congrats on the kudos, and don't worry too much about clothes. I know you want to be taken seriously, but behaviour, and experience dictate way more than your clothes will. Plus, by living in such a cold area, you won't have to worry about t-shirts until summer.
There will always be a sweater over your shirt.
And when the summer comes, most people you talk to will know you already, through meetings or reputation and will already 'have you pegged' no matter what your dress.
Just a thought.
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