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Plus sized London office wear help!

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Hopeandmoss · 17/03/2024 08:04

I have had an online interview for a job which is home based with commutes to head office in London a few times per month. I have never worked in London and have no idea what people wear. Job is in the charity sector so I think dress code will be fairly flexible. I will be getting the train in and then a short walk to the office. As a short, plus sized
26 can anyone recommend any outfits / shops. I have a budget of £500 for clothes so would like some good quality items and flat shoes!

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OnHerSolidFoundations · 17/03/2024 20:27

Hopeandmoss · 17/03/2024 15:33

Thank you everyone for the brilliant ideas I will be spending the rest of the day online shopping. The reason I used plus sized is that it is sadly what most retailers label my size. Thanks everyone x

Hope you get the job op x

Divebar2021 · 17/03/2024 22:33

I thought about Universal Standard OP for non frumpy styles that start at US 00 and and isn’t targeted purely at the plus size market. ( dont start me off on why “regular ” clothes can’t be made in bigger sizes) I’m not sure the exchange rate is very kind for U.K. residents ( and check the returns policy) but I think there are some great styles. Check their advertising campaigns too because they had advertisement featuring regular women and it made me cry when I saw it.

frenchfancy81 · 18/03/2024 06:58

Ilovemyshed · 17/03/2024 08:11

Hobbs is my go to.

Size 26 and Hobbs don't go together...

mumyes · 18/03/2024 07:06

Marking xxxx
Good luck op

rockstarshoes · 18/03/2024 07:52

Oh I like these latest ones the best,

The New Look & Wallis ones look more like what people are wearing in my office with ankle boots or trainers.

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Hopeandmoss · 18/03/2024 09:28

@OnHerSolidFoundations loving the dresses and will order a couple to try on - as I am 5’2 it will depend on what they look like on a shorter frame and whether it is possible to take them up a few inches without spoiling the look, especially as I only every wear flat shoes!

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OnHerSolidFoundations · 18/03/2024 10:40

Hopeandmoss · 18/03/2024 09:28

@OnHerSolidFoundations loving the dresses and will order a couple to try on - as I am 5’2 it will depend on what they look like on a shorter frame and whether it is possible to take them up a few inches without spoiling the look, especially as I only every wear flat shoes!

Let us know how you get on op! 🤞

Fixerupper77 · 18/03/2024 10:49

Hey! Size 24 London office wearer here :)

I think for interview dont go overboard with money.

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I would go something like this with black boots, a belt and some nice earings. You want to be smart but not OTT especially if its for a charity.

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stillplentyofjunkinthetrunk · 18/03/2024 12:17

Good luck op - I think feeling smart and comfortable are both important to feel your most confident so you could consider something like this...

cotton traders jersey denim pull on maxi skirt £38 (I'd suggest indigo)
https://www.cottontraders.com/women/skirts/-jersey-denim-pull-on-maxi-skirt/AG10490Grey.html?dwvar_AG10490Grey_color=Grey&cgid=womens-skirts#cgid=womens-skirts&prefn1=clothingSize&prefv1=26&start=6&list=product%20list&p=1

£32 3/4 sleeve linen oven shirt (iris or mint stripe)

with contrasting cotton crew neck £31
https://www.cottontraders.com/women/knitwear/essential-cotton-crew-neck-jumper/AL11489MintHaze.html?dwvar_AL11489MintHaze_color=Mint%20Haze&cgid=womens-knitwear#cgid=womens-knitwear&prefn1=clothingSize&prefv1=26&start=7&list=product%20list&p=1

(£101) to leave some budget for good accessories e.g.

black leather tote bag tk maxx £40
https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/accessories/handbags/black-leather-tote-bag/p/11482084

perhaps black penny loafer like these £35 from tk maxx
https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/edits/big-brand-delivery/black-leather-penny-loafers/p/25404358
or if you happen to be a size 6 these ankle boots at £58 would leave you at £199 for the entire outfit
https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/edits/big-brand-delivery/black-leather-outdoor-ankle-boots/p/25432044

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https://www.cottontraders.com/women/skirts/-jersey-denim-pull-on-maxi-skirt/AG10490Grey.html?cgid=womens-skirts&dwvar_AG10490Grey_color=Grey#cgid=womens-skirts&prefn1=clothingSize&prefv1=26&start=6&list=product%20list&p=1

OnHerSolidFoundations · 18/03/2024 19:39

Oh don't forget to check vinted too op!

www.vinted.co.uk/items/4220096325-brand-new-izabel-navy-white-stripe-dress 

OnHerSolidFoundations · 18/03/2024 19:40

www.vinted.co.uk/items/4006173419-ladies-skopes-dress 

OnHerSolidFoundations · 18/03/2024 19:41

www.vinted.co.uk/items/4187070553-women-anthology-dress 

OnHerSolidFoundations · 18/03/2024 19:42

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