GLC - if you have lots of neutral colors in your wardrobe, update with a nice leather belt, colorful scarves (I work at Harvard Business School, and use scarves to dress up cords and a turtleneck in the office!), bright colored jewelry (that is simple, not loud).

As I have gotten older, I've determined my own style - lots of skirts and sweaters (mostly t-necks) and NOTHING that needs ironing (no blouses, no shirts). I can dress up a comfy t-shirt by adding a scarf, layering t-shirts, or putting on a nice piece of jewelry. Boots work in the winter with the skirts and some tights (add color here, too - gray dress, black boots, burgundy tights), and sandals in the summer.

You have the clothes - you just need to accessorize. I've also been in a position like yours - keep it YOUR style, not necessarily what's IN style. And whatever you do, DO NOT try to dress like the graduates you are hiring .

SheFly