What can I buy for a work interview when everything in the shops is covered in sequins?

[threeolivemartini]

Obviously the wrong time to have an interview - clearly I should have been psychic and known this was going to happen, and bought a new work outfit back when everyone was back to schoolish.

Feeling very down having walked around looking at party dresses, and things in really horrible fabrics.

I need something smart but fairly comfortable, as will be travelling. It also needs to be anything between size 18-22 depending on the shop and cut, and this just makes it more difficult. And I need it for Monday, or will have to go back to old faithful suit, which is OK, but boring, and will probably still have to go looking for a top.

I have black boots and a smartish black coat, so at least don't have to worry about those.

If anyone has seen something that would fit the bill or has some inspiration I would be very grateful!

[swingonastar]

Nothing in New Look/Dorothy Perkins/M&S that fits the bill? They tend to keep fairly normal stuff in stock amongst all the seasonal stuff, and in a range of sizes.

I was in M&S buying tights the other day and the selection of skirts they had was mind-boggling. You could buy a black skirt of pretty much any style in there, then maybe a top from New Look? And a jacket from either place, if you need it.

I'm not a matchy matchy/suit type person myself, so that's the kind of outfit I'd pull together at short notice for interview, and it's stood me in good stead so far ;-)

[500smiles]

How about something like this under your jacket?

Not sparkly and can order for next day delivery to store if time is short?

Good luck with the interview.

[tigerdog]

Next has a huge range of suits and work clothes even at this time of year. Can order online and collect/return in store so sizes shouldn't be an issue. Also agree re m&s - I too tend to buy jackets and different skirts/trousers as I get a lot more wear than from a matching suit.

[TweedAddict]

Next has a good range, but it's most online this time of year

[CurlsLDN]

Mango have a plus size range online, and usually have some great stylish dresses

[LegArmpits]

Charity shops.

[threeolivemartini]

Thanks for replies.

I am being a bit wary of online at short notice because I want to try on, but seems it might have to be the way.

I did look in Next but wasn't impressed by the shininess of the fabrics in what they had - may be more online so will look. Also didn't know Mango had larger sizes online, had always just walked past, so will have a look later, thank you.

Hadn't thought of New Look, not been in for ages, thanks for idea.

I got to M&S just before closing so didn't have time for a proper look, will try at the weekend.

I think I am just habitually unstylish,so trying to look stylish and professional at short notice gets me flustered!