Dear Sue: I am in desperate need of help to build a business wardrobe. I am a 42-year-old female, and have worked very little over the last 10 years as I have been a stay at home mom. It's a typical story: my kids and husband have come first, and by the time I know it the funds are gone and the time is past.
I really do not know what is available in the stores. When I shop, I become overwhelmed. I don't know what to buy or what looks good, so I settle for something in a hurry and by the next season it's in the bag to be donated.
I've heard it's good to mix and match, but I don't know where to begin. Please help if you can.
- Helpless
Sue Says: Putting together a wardrobe can be overwhelming, and while some people enjoy the process, others despise it. You dont have to struggle or do it by yourself; utilize the expertise of wardrobe consultants and retail store clerks, whose services typically are complimentary. Shop in stores specializing in career fashions and seek out the department stores that have free personal shopping services available. You will find experts who know clothes, know how to help you build a wardrobe and can take much of the pressure off of you.
It may take time for you to determine your business style and what type of clothing you want to invest in, so start slowly and let your wardrobe evolve. I am not clear about whether you have a job or will be looking for one. Depending on your position and the standards of the company you work fo...
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