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Originally posted by Anne Elk
So what is the female equivalent of all this info? I find myself in dire need of re-working my warddrobe. I'm looking for mix and match pieces. I have one pant suit that is summer only. I'll be trying on the year round suits this weekend. I've been working in a casual environment for several years now, but am noticing a trend towards more formal business attire.
My criteria: I'm 5"2' and athletic, HATE wearing pantyhose (thigh highs are OK though, it's the inevitable saggy crotch that drives me crazy), and am always cold at the office. No Ponchos or capelets.
My weekend project is to go through the work wardrobe and get rid of what doesn't fit/look good.
So what should I look for to fill in the gaps?
Anne
Who's been watching too many episodes of What Not to Wear.
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I haven't worn pantyhose in 3 years - outside of parties or that occasional skirt. It's too damn windy in this city to wear a skirt very often.
That said, avoid pantyhose that is sold in grocery stores and make sure you get the right size. Saggy crotch means too small or too big. My favorite for years have been Donna Karan. Control top will stay up better than non-control top - even if you don't need the control. It has nucular elastic that will withstand anything.
Dress pants. Several. Nice ones. I'm your size so you'll have to have them all hemmed. Bring your shoes. Get some silk blouses and some nice cotton shirts. Faconnable makes a very nice cotton dress shirt - either fitted and "man style." This, of course, requires lots of ironing - but they iron out very well - or a good dry cleaner.
The nature of my work requires a lot of lifting, carrying, climbing on ladders and running up and down stairs. I avoid the skirt thing for the most part. But it would probably be nice to throw in a few nice skirts.
Get a couple of blazers and a couple of nice suits.
Blazers will help with the cold. So will sweaters. Not the big fluffy kind. Get a nice tight knit that looks good with the dress pants.
Shoes - 1 pair of flats and a couple of medium heels. Again - see above - spend tne $$ get good shoes. They'll last longer and be more comfortable - you won't feel like taking them off all the time. Again, brand will depend on the width of your feet. I have a small foot and am limited to only a few brands in a few stores. But I am loyal.
