Zoom Call Style: Where Comfy Meets Classy

Whether you’re a working professional, college student, or younger student, it is likely that you have been required to participate in many Zoom Calls, perhaps even on a daily basis, but have you managed to master the art of Zoom call style yet? For starters, there are several things about Zoom meetings that make them different than in-person meetings that we have been used to for so long. Your head and shoulders get a close-up moment that they never asked for and the lighting and surroundings of your space can be pretty impactful towards your peers’ perception of you.

Get ahead of the game and take control of your Zoom meeting appearance by taking advantage of these easy strategies that will instantly make you appear more polished, prepared, and put-together! High necklines are key in establishing a sense of professionalism and class, but don’t be afraid to incorporate loud colors and fun prints to make yourself stand out a little more and brighten up the mood. Step up your style with fun jewelry, like earrings, bracelets, or necklaces, but don’t go overboard, as that can be distracting to yourself and to others.

Find a space that will give you a simple and clean background with minimal distractions and peak tidiness. You can even make use of a ring light to take that good lighting a step further or sit facing a sunny window for a cheaper alternative. You may not know that you can also touch up your appearance automatically by going to your Zoom Preferences and selecting an option to do so. Another feature in Zoom Preferences can adjust for low lighting automatically, if a sunny window or ring light is not available to you. Ultimately, if you pay attention to your lighting and background, and create a wardrobe of comfortable, professional pieces, you’ll make a lasting impression that you are competent, organized, and classy, even over Zoom!