Women are great at multi-tasking, but many drop the ball when it comes to preparing for and taking charge of their financial well being.

Encouraging conversations about investing is the first step to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where women can engage in productive conversations on topics that will build them.

Bringing women together, Lungile Msibi, brand manager of Emperors Asset Managers launched her first Fashion and Investment event. The intimate, relaxing setting was a remarkable opportunity for women to network with other women, share laughs over good fashion and wine; and learn about investing to make better financial decisions.

Lungile said she had her AHA moment with regards to saving and investing after she hosted an amazing investment event last year and realised that only a handful of women attended the event. After doing some research she discovered that 86% of women don’t know how to invest or choose an investment product – and only 7% will be able to retire comfortably.

In her presentation, Lungile included these topics:

- What’s the goal ? How do you want to look at the event?
- How much risk are you willing to take? Short dress/long dress – see through or turtle neck?
- How versatile is this dress – what if the weather changes, will I be alright?
- Does it suit me?
- Can I afford it?
- Can I wear it again? Is it a long term investment?
 -Is it unique? Will I stand out?
- Some of us go shopping with friends – someone who will be brutal and tell you whether      something is working out for you or hold your hand – you trust their judgement.