I need a new semi-casual outfit for $100 or less. GO!

[CapnHook]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 11:44am

I have job interviews (for theatre, directing/artistic) coming up and because I have been losing weight, a lot of my clothes are starting to become too big on me.

I have a budget of $100 to buy a new kick-ass outfit but have no clue where to look. Every time I go out, I can never find anything (and perhaps that is because I live in North Carolina, yuck!). PLEASE help a gay out!

I'm SICK of the classic button-down shirt with jacket and jeans. While I want to look professional, I also want it to look artsy. I like layers. I'm not afraid of color, though I do love black. I'd love to be able to wear this not only for job interviews, but at party/social gathering events, too.

Thanks in advance!!

[PiraguaGuy2]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 11:46am

[CapnHook]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 11:52am

Hot.

[Unknown User]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 12:02pm

Go to a discount store - Marshall's or Filene's. Get the best pair of black pants they have. Then, buy the best colored dress shirt you can find and a tie that compliments it. If you aren't afraid of color, go for it- bright blue, with a yellow tie always gets me compliments.

Each time you are going to wear your outfit, get it laundered and pressed at a local dry cleaner. Make sure you look CRISP!

[SNAFU]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 12:02pm

Go black, a nice pair of black slacks (not jeans) a black sweater and a black jacket. Simple clean and very New York Artsy look.

[Mister Matt]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 12:21pm

It's about making a lasting impression. Be unforgettable. Utilikilts are not only fashionable, but practical as well.

[StockardFan]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 12:24pm

Snafu, I was going to suggest a sweater as well.

[nygrl232]

Posted: 2/20/09 at 12:29pm

Or try a charcoal gray sweater instead of black.