Networking But Make It Chic: Styling Ideas for Your Next Business Mixer

Edda Pudner
Jun 9
2 min read

How to design a business event people actually want to attend (and stay at).

How do you make networking less awkward and more... stylish?

You’ve got the RSVPs, you’ve booked the space, and someone’s doing a talk on “collaboration in the modern workplace” (again). But how do you make your business mixer stand out from every other lukewarm prosecco-in-a-conference-room kind of night?

Answer: styling.Not just florals (although yes, we love florals), but the entire atmosphere—from lighting to layout to the way the canapés are displayed.

As event stylists and floral designers here at Felisa Flowers and Events, we know that the look and feel of a networking event plays a massive role in how people interact, engage, and remember your brand.

Let’s dive into the styling secrets that’ll transform your next mixer from meh to magnificent.

🌸 1. Set the Mood with Your Brand in Bloom

Your event should feel like your business—stylish, thoughtful, and full of personality.Use florals to mirror your brand’s colour palette or values:

Warm tones for energy and creativity
Cool tones for trust and professionalism
A bold, branded installation as a photo moment (and yes, we can design that)

Add fresh arrangements to entryways, cocktail tables, or create a floral wall that gently screams, “This isn’t just another networking event.”

💡 2. Ditch the Harsh Lights—Go Ambient

Nobody wants to network under bright office strip lights.Use:

Warm, dimmable lighting
Candles (LED if needed)
Uplighting to highlight key areas like the bar or stage

Lighting affects how people feel—and how long they stay. Cosy lighting = longer chats, less clock-watching.

🍸 3. Create Social Zones, Not Lecture Halls

Gone are the days of rigid rows and awkward circle chairs. Instead:

Mix standing tables with comfy lounge seating
Use rugs, plants, or furniture to create distinct “conversation pockets”
Style corners for natural interaction (and Instagram opportunities)

People relax when the space tells them it’s OK to move, mingle, and breathe.

✨ 4. Give the Nibbles the Stage They Deserve

Food should be as styled as the rest of the room. Think:

Grazing tables with height, colour, and fresh foliage
Branded cocktail napkins or signage with clever messaging
Thoughtful presentation of drinks (sprigs of rosemary in prosecco = yes please)

Even a small budget can go far with clever styling—and your guests will notice.

🎤 5. Don’t Forget the Finishing Touches

It’s the little things that elevate an event:

Personalised name badges with a touch of design flair
Scented floral arrangements for an immersive atmosphere
Moodboards or welcome signage that ties it all together

When everything looks considered, people feel considered too.

👀 Final Thoughts: Stylish Events Say Something

Your next business mixer doesn’t have to be over the top—it just has to feel intentional.A chic, beautifully styled event tells people:

You’re professional
You care about experience
You’re the kind of brand they want to work with

👉 Need help styling your next mixer to match your brand and leave a lasting impression?

Let’s turn your networking night into something actually worth talking about. Get in touch here and let’s make it beautiful.