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Building professional wardrobe

I'm a lurker, but would like your advice. I currently wear scrubs to work every day. I will be required to wear pants and a jacket every day.

I prefer to not do matching separates everyday. I work in a hospital, so they have a very conservative dress code.

So, what stores would you start with?

Another old nestie with a new name.

Re: Building professional wardrobe

  • Where do you shop now? I recently saw some moderately priced pant suits at NY & Co, Express and I got a very nice one at The Limited many years ago. You can also try Macy's, Banana, Saks... It all depends on your price range.
  • FWIW, the Limited is starting a suit sale on monday :)
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  • imagePhoto5kCupcakes:
    Where do you shop now? I recently saw some moderately priced pant suits at NY & Co, Express and I got a very nice one at The Limited many years ago. You can also try Macy's, Banana, Saks... It all depends on your price range.

    I have a budget of 2K to build this part of my wardrobe. I would like to spend $1,500 on clothes and the remainder on shoes/accessories.

    I'm not being snarky, but how long could I expect clothes from NY & CO to last? I'm typically a jeans and tshirt/cardigan mom. I buy most of my clothes from Gap.

    Another old nestie with a new name.
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    imagePhoto5kCupcakes:
    Where do you shop now? I recently saw some moderately priced pant suits at NY & Co, Express and I got a very nice one at The Limited many years ago. You can also try Macy's, Banana, Saks... It all depends on your price range.

    I have a budget of 2K to build this part of my wardrobe. I would like to spend $1,500 on clothes and the remainder on shoes/accessories.

    I'm not being snarky, but how long could I expect clothes from NY & CO to last? I'm typically a jeans and tshirt/cardigan mom. I buy most of my clothes from Gap.

    I have always liked NY&Co but the quality is not there. I would say their clothes usually last a season then sweaters pill up and their pants do too. I recently started shipping more at Anne Taylor and Loft where the clothes are nicer quality and professional but stylish.
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  • imageMartiza:

    imagePhoto5kCupcakes:
    Where do you shop now? I recently saw some moderately priced pant suits at NY & Co, Express and I got a very nice one at The Limited many years ago. You can also try Macy's, Banana, Saks... It all depends on your price range.

    I have a budget of 2K to build this part of my wardrobe. I would like to spend $1,500 on clothes and the remainder on shoes/accessories.

    I'm not being snarky, but how long could I expect clothes from NY & CO to last? I'm typically a jeans and tshirt/cardigan mom. I buy most of my clothes from Gap.

    I have always liked NY&Co but the quality is not there. I would say their clothes usually last a season then sweaters pill up and their pants do too. I recently started shipping more at Anne Taylor and Loft where the clothes are nicer quality and professional but stylish.
    image
    After 31 cycles and two losses, we've been blessed with a healthy baby girl!
    Congrats to both of my amazing TTC Buddies, tdmd09 and sb2006!!
    Life of Amberley
    image
  • I personally most prefer Talbots for work clothes, but find what you want and wait for it to go on sale--they frequently do 25-40% off. 

    I stick with black and grey pants and skirts and buy things to mix and match with that.  I make sure to have a couple of black shells that will match any jackets as well as several shells in bolder colors that are flattering to me (jewel tones for my coloring.). I personally stay away from browns and navy to make matching easier. 

    As far as shoes go, I like Naturalizer and Ann Klein brand.  I try to always have a pair of pumps, some low heels flats or wedges, dress sandals, and boots--all in black, in good repair, to wear at any time. 

    Dress shirts can look crisp, but personally I usually need them to be altered, so I stick with knit shells to avoid the extra time and money.

    And my most helpful time--if you have a stylish friend about your size, bring her with you!   It'll be nice to have the second opinion.  

  • Ross Dress For Less if they're in your area. My H gets dress shirts from there that last at least a few years. Also Target and Macys are where I've gotten my dress pants. Both pairs have held up well.
  • I love Ann Taylor and Banana Republic.
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  • I bought a lot of clothing from Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, and Ann Taylor Loft. I also really like J. Crew - and their personal shopping service is free, so if you're not sure what's trending or what looks good, they do a great job. 

    I swim because I'm too damned sexy for a sport that requires real clothing.
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