New Job

[Melody]

mountainpuddles, Congrats!

Another option you may wish to consider is finding clothes that are a little bit big on you and then getting them tailored. Tailoring isn't necessarily too expensive, but when done it can make you look like a million bucks. This is particularly true with slacks on pantsuits and with jackets. You can also have blouses tailored so that they look just right.

Mel

[Bad JuJu]

Big congrats on the new job, and best wishes with it!

If you're looking for nice blazers, L. L. Bean sells some beautiful ones. Well-made and durable, too. I got a grey wool one several years ago, and it's held up great. I've also gotten a corduroy one from them, but only got that last year--again, well-made and fits great, but it doesn't have as long a track record as the woolen one. If you get the L. L. Bean Visa, they give you free shipping all the time, plus occasional $10 gift cards depending on how much you spend. Oh, and sales throughout the year.

I know most of us tend to think of Bean as a source of outdoor gear and clothing, but some of their traditional day-to-day apparel is excellent, too.

[Blueberry]

I know most of us tend to think of Bean as a source of outdoor gear and clothing, but some of their traditional day-to-day apparel is excellent, too.

I'll second that - even if you have to wear "suits" all of the time, you can still pick up nice tops to go under them. I just bought some beautiful cashmere sweaters from one of their stores (I wanted to try them first). Reasonably priced and beautiful!

[Bad JuJu]

And don't forget to check Sierra Trading Post too--great deals to be had there, but you have to be willing to check it periodically.

[mountainpuddles]

Thank you ladies for the great leads!!! I can't believe it, it has been over six years since I had a 9-5 job. I think the job fits me perfectly. I am such a social butterfly and love to network in my community. To top it off, I am a representing my state assembly man in my district!! When I find some great clothes, I will make sure to get them tailored. Ann Taylor, Anne Klein, Banana Republic and Crew here I come!!!

Becky

[SalsaMTB]

Have fun shopping and congrats.

Oh, also don't forget new shoes to match your new clothes!! With shoes, I've found very thin insoles help tremendously in heals in you're on your feet all day.