I am just starting the process of trying to find a job after 8 years of being a SAHM. Tomorrow I have been invited to a conference where I am likely to meet up with recruiters, old colleagues and potential new employers. I have just tried in my old work suits (those that I hadn't gotten rid of) and none fit........
I can almost put together a suitable outfit, consisting of: brown wraparound knee length skirt, white short sleeves blouse, oatmeal v neck jumper, and grey/oatmeal check jacket. It sort of looks ok - smarter than my normal look, but not full on power suit. I have brown high healed suede boots that come to about half way up my calf (not totally flattering, but all I have right now).
I will need tights, and I will need to be warm as I will have a two hour train journey each way.
How does that all sound? Am I going to look totally mumsy and out of date, or will it do? What colour tights should I get - would black be ok?
I don't have the money to go out and buy a whole new 'work' outfit and new boots right now, unfortunately - otherwise I would!
Thoughts and advice please.........