Oh help. I've got a job interview. What do I wear? Help a SAHM become a WOHM!

[Dragonbutter]

It's a professional job.
NHS. Community.
I've been a SAHM for nearly 3 years.

Suits are a bit much i think.
I still have a baby belly.
Size 14.

Help me please.

I always think it is better to be over dressed than under dressed IMHO

Black trousers and a nice shirt always look smart without being ott?

I think a suit is a good fall back but what about good trousers with a shirt (tucked in) a belt over the trousers with a really nice cardigan. The belt if wide enough or sort of dipped in the middle iyswim hides a multitude of sins! All of these have to be good stuff - try next or principles or debenhams. sort of smart casual but showing you have made an effort. Heels if poss or at least something smart.

I find accessories can really transform a dull, boring suit. I rarely wear suits to work now (public sector) but would for an interview.

Pay attention to your bag, shoes and coat.

I would go for a really lovely necklace- something really eyecatching- to set you apart from all the navy/ brown/ black dressed people. Or a darkish suit with bright or patterned blouse. And heels. Definitely gives a feeling of confidence imo.

thanks for replying.
monsoon seems to have some nice trousers and tops at the moment.
what's a good alternative to monsoon.
i want to feel totally confident in what i'm wearing.

don't worry, i'm also studying like a feind

A suit is very safe. You can pick one up fairly cheaply in M&S, and other high street stores.

When I was working I swore by Next suits - they fit and flattered well!
If you have an outlet mall near you I got a lot of them there

I find suits very masculine though.
I'll try some on.
Sounds like i need to make some time to go shopping (without children).
Thanks.

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jewels eh?

actually, cod, that's the sort of look i had in mind. where to shop?

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yes, the irony of me working in mental health.
wibble.

plymouth/exeter
pearish/hourglass
size14

I go to Next for that sort of thing fairly cheap last well and most of there stuff you can put in the washing machine

I dress like cod specifies for work and I have found it easier to buy tailored clothes from there an their sizes are generous

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budget? i want something nice.
don't mind treating myself.

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brilliant. thanks.
go get dressed.

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What body type do Kew clothes suit? Got their catalogue yesterday and was rather taken.

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agree with cod, that's the kind of look i'm chanelling for you - good trews with a BELT though - makes you look much more 'put together' and organised/efficient. a better bet. I'm public sector too

Kew is good but I find their trews too big so try alternative sizes.

Have just bought 3 pairs of M&S trews and they are all a good fit - i have a tummy too! Try the autograph range - £39.50 generally. Crisp shirt - from Jigsaw maybe?

Big necklace - M&S or Monsoon or where ever you have - Exeter/Plymouth must have lovely shops for something more individual

M&S have good heels at the moment or try Hobbs if you think you will want them again

clarks have got nice shoes now too. you will need a good bag.

eek, quite exciting.
thankfully got my hair done recently.
i'll let you know how i get on.
thanks