The Style Thread

[Pants]

Feb 26, 2016 12:25:52 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

I haven't interviewed for a job in almost 10 years... and now I have an interview next week. I work for a giant law firm and will be interviewing at a slightly less giant law firm.
What can I get by with wearing? I don't have a "suit" or anything like that.
I open open to buying a jacket, but I feel a blazer would just be a waste. Options?

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I think if you're interviewing at a law firm you need a suit. Sorry.

[MJ2.0]

I got my last suit (3-4 years ago) from Macy's suit department. It was on sale, too. Calvin Klein also has nice suit separates (and I know how you can get a discount, too! ).

[sarcasticgirl]

Feb 26, 2016 12:32:56 GMT -5 Pants said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:25:52 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

I haven't interviewed for a job in almost 10 years... and now I have an interview next week. I work for a giant law firm and will be interviewing at a slightly less giant law firm.
What can I get by with wearing? I don't have a "suit" or anything like that.
I open open to buying a jacket, but I feel a blazer would just be a waste. Options?

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I think if you're interviewing at a law firm you need a suit. Sorry.

But but but...

Wtf am I going to do with a suit again... ever?

I'd almost rather ditch the interview than go out and but a new suit that I will never wear again.

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[Pants]

Feb 26, 2016 12:41:50 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:32:56 GMT -5 Pants said:

I think if you're interviewing at a law firm you need a suit. Sorry.

But but but...

Wtf am I going to do with a suit again... ever?

I'd almost rather ditch the interview than go out and but a new suit that I will never wear again.

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What size are you right now? 

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

You can get reasonably priced suit pieces at JcPenny and Kohl's.

[sarcasticgirl]

Feb 26, 2016 12:47:10 GMT -5 Pants said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:41:50 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

But but but...

Wtf am I going to do with a suit again... ever?

I'd almost rather ditch the interview than go out and but a new suit that I will never wear again.

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What size are you right now? 

12 in pants, 14 tops

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[ArchietheDragon]

Feb 26, 2016 12:25:52 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

I haven't interviewed for a job in almost 10 years... and now I have an interview next week. I work for a giant law firm and will be interviewing at a slightly less giant law firm.
What can I get by with wearing? I don't have a "suit" or anything like that.
I open open to buying a jacket, but I feel a blazer would just be a waste. Options?

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A nice sweater set from Quacker Factory would be just fine. 

[Pants]

Feb 26, 2016 12:48:23 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:47:10 GMT -5 Pants said:

What size are you right now? 

12 in pants, 14 tops

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I probably have one for you. I mean, I have a dozen or so in the 10-14 size range, they are just in boxes. If you want to make a trip to the burbs I'm sure I have something you can borrow. 

[sarcasticgirl]

So, can I get by with pants, a colored top, and a coordinating but not "matching" jacket.

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[Pants]

Feb 26, 2016 12:51:12 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

So, can I get by with pants, a colored top, and a coordinating but not "matching" jacket.

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It depends on the firm, I would say. In some cases, if the jacket is formal enough (think like a formal tweed) that would work. In others you would get someone who is like some of the posters here who would automatically disqualify you for not wearing a skirt suit with hose and a collared shirt. 

That said, the posters I've seen advocating that are not people I would super want to work for, so... 

[sarcasticgirl]

Feb 26, 2016 12:49:42 GMT -5 Pants said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:48:23 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

12 in pants, 14 tops

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I probably have one for you. I mean, I have a dozen or so in the 10-14 size range, they are just in boxes. If you want to make a trip to the burbs I'm sure I have something you can borrow. 

you are too kind! Let me look around today and talk to my coworker that is currently interviewing there as well and then I'll let you know if I need your mercy! Of course, luck would have it that I have my weekend mostly booked solid. 

[sarcasticgirl]

Feb 26, 2016 12:54:22 GMT -5 Pants said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:51:12 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

So, can I get by with pants, a colored top, and a coordinating but not "matching" jacket.

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It depends on the firm, I would say. In some cases, if the jacket is formal enough (think like a formal tweed) that would work. In others you would get someone who is like some of the posters here who would automatically disqualify you for not wearing a skirt suit with hose and a collared shirt. 

That said, the posters I've seen advocating that are not people I would super want to work for, so... 

True true.

I know they are business casual, like our firm. and I almost never see people interviewing for staff meetings in a suit. even our staff attorneys keep it a bit more casual and modern, but still a bit above business casual. 

[Cookies Galore]

Feb 26, 2016 12:59:23 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:54:22 GMT -5 Pants said:

It depends on the firm, I would say. In some cases, if the jacket is formal enough (think like a formal tweed) that would work. In others you would get someone who is like some of the posters here who would automatically disqualify you for not wearing a skirt suit with hose and a collared shirt. 

That said, the posters I've seen advocating that are not people I would super want to work for, so... 

True true.

I know they are business casual, like our firm. and I almost never see people interviewing for staff meetings in a suit. even our staff attorneys keep it a bit more casual and modern, but still a bit above business casual. 

We're a business casual office but definitely put on our fancy pants (well, more conservative) dress for interviews and client meetings. A work friend has a gray Theory sheath dress and matching blazer that screams "I'm a professional" but I think the key word is matching.
Macy's is having a sale this weekend!

[MJ2.0]

Feb 26, 2016 12:48:57 GMT -5 ArchietheDragon said:

Feb 26, 2016 12:25:52 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

I haven't interviewed for a job in almost 10 years... and now I have an interview next week. I work for a giant law firm and will be interviewing at a slightly less giant law firm.
What can I get by with wearing? I don't have a "suit" or anything like that.
I open open to buying a jacket, but I feel a blazer would just be a waste. Options?

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A nice sweater set from Quacker Factory would be just fine. 

X and I used to watch that segment on QVC like it was an actual show. I'd be in tears from laughing at the models trying so hard to make those clothes look fashionable.

[Wisconsin Beth]

My not quite 8 year old dd wants bunnies on her Easter dress. Girls size 10. Where do you go for kids' clothing? I spent some time on Etsy but I have concerns about sizing.

I suck at fashion and style.

[wvugurl26]

Mar 1, 2016 15:54:10 GMT -5 Wisconsin Beth said:

My not quite 8 year old dd wants bunnies on her Easter dress. Girls size 10. Where do you go for kids' clothing? I spent some time on Etsy but I have concerns about sizing.

I suck at fashion and style.

I would start searching online.

[Knee Deep in Water Chloe]

Mar 1, 2016 15:54:10 GMT -5 Wisconsin Beth said:

My not quite 8 year old dd wants bunnies on her Easter dress. Girls size 10. Where do you go for kids' clothing? I spent some time on Etsy but I have concerns about sizing.

I suck at fashion and style.

How much do you want to spend?
not too expensive
slightly expensive
not too expensive, high quality

butterfly costume dresses

[zibazinski]

What about a dress or a skirt and sweater set?

[Knee Deep in Water Chloe]

Lol@myself. Somehow, I read bunnies as butterflies.

[sarcasticgirl]

SO- meeting with a recruiter, how should I dress?

Business casual, or do I need to step it up to interview style clothing? 

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

I went with business casual but I was doing lunch between work hours.   Interview attire and lab duties do not mix.

DH was required to wear interview clothing with the recruiter in his office.

I'd ask since it seems every recruiting company is different.

[andi9899]

I say business casual.

[sarcasticgirl]

Our meeting is a lunch time meeting so I am just going with business casual. I went looking for something to step it up but couldn't find anything tonight. I will hunt for something interview appreciate this weekend.

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[Pants]

Mar 22, 2016 18:44:59 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

Our meeting is a lunch time meeting so I am just going with business casual. I went looking for something to step it up but couldn't find anything tonight. I will hunt for something interview appreciate this weekend.

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I'd go on the stylish end of business casual. Just a bit sleeker than normal. 

[sarcasticgirl]

Mar 22, 2016 19:09:20 GMT -5 Pants said:

Mar 22, 2016 18:44:59 GMT -5 sarcasticgirl said:

Our meeting is a lunch time meeting so I am just going with business casual. I went looking for something to step it up but couldn't find anything tonight. I will hunt for something interview appreciate this weekend.

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I'd go on the stylish end of business casual. Just a bit sleeker than normal. 

That's the plan. No pixie pants and flats lol

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[milee]

Not worth worrying about for today, but in the future, get the most out of your recruiter and use them as a resource not a hurdle. You want to wear to the recruiter what you think you're going to wear to any companies the recruiter sends to you so that the recruiter can check out the outfit and tell you if it would work for the company s/he has in mind. The purpose isn't to impress the recruiter, it's to get their opinion on if the outfit is professional. flattering and appropriate. Recruiters see all sorts of different outfits and all sorts of different companies, so can be a good reasonableness check to tell you what works.

[sarcasticgirl]

Mar 23, 2016 8:42:45 GMT -5 milee said:

Not worth worrying about for today, but in the future, get the most out of your recruiter and use them as a resource not a hurdle. You want to wear to the recruiter what you think you're going to wear to any companies the recruiter sends to you so that the recruiter can check out the outfit and tell you if it would work for the company s/he has in mind. The purpose isn't to impress the recruiter, it's to get their opinion on if the outfit is professional. flattering and appropriate. Recruiters see all sorts of different outfits and all sorts of different companies, so can be a good reasonableness check to tell you what works.

this is actually a great suggestion. He specifically mentioned that he's been working with a lot of people who haven't been on an interview in many years ... which is me. I've been with my company for 9.5 years. I haven't had an interview and have only submitted one resume in the last 9+ years. 

[sarcasticgirl]

ugh! i hate shopping for this stuff. I am searching online for ideas of where to shop this weekend and I am just second guessing EVERYTHING! 

[Pants]

Leggings or black tights - target or old navy
Dress and blazer - banana or ann Taylor
Bonus if you get pants or a skirt that matches the blazer then you have an interview suit.

[sarcasticgirl]

Mar 23, 2016 18:59:29 GMT -5 Pants said:

Leggings or black tights - target or old navy
Dress and blazer - banana or ann Taylor
Bonus if you get pants or a skirt that matches the blazer then you have an interview suit.

that's what I need to find- a blazer. I have literally never in my life bought one. I went over to the resale place on Roscoe last night and they had lots of them, a few that felt like they fit, but I couldn't tell if they were right. 
I never know if it fits right. 
I think my plan is to find a black blazer. I have several black trousers, all pretty new. I have tweed trousers that could work with a black blazer as well as some skirts and I might look for a black sheath dress. I have a billion pairs of tights and leggings.

I am dreading it though, i hate shopping for any kind of jacket or coat i have no idea why. same with boots.