{"id":409002772,"date":"2016-06-19T11:25:39","date_gmt":"2016-06-19T16:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/?p=409002772"},"modified":"2020-03-14T13:51:35","modified_gmt":"2020-03-14T18:51:35","slug":"career-wardrobe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/","title":{"rendered":"How College and University Students Can Thrift Their Way to a Career Wardrobe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;ve learnt a lot in this life of <a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/vintage-fashion-life-lessons\/\">vintage<\/a>! Stepping into your first real job and starting your career path is an exciting time in life. It means you\u2019ve put in all your dues, hard work, and studying, and now you\u2019re ready to put it all to good use. Of course, making a good impression at your new job should be a priority, which means you\u2019ll want to dress the part.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409002774 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/student_1499797535.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/student_1499797535.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/student_1499797535-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/student_1499797535-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nSo what happens if you\u2019re still on your student budget, just getting ready to wrap up your degree program, and the idea of a career wardrobe isn\u2019t really going to work moneywise? Not to worry as you can thrift your way to a professional-looking career wardrobe that costs next to nothing using these tips.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Consider_What%E2%80%99s_Appropriate\"><\/span>First Consider What\u2019s Appropriate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-649119733718d\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-649119733718d\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/#First_Consider_What%E2%80%99s_Appropriate\" title=\"First Consider What\u2019s Appropriate\">First Consider What\u2019s Appropriate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/#Take_a_Look_at_What_You_Already_Have\" title=\"Take a Look at What You Already Have\">Take a Look at What You Already Have<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/#Stick_to_the_Basics\" title=\"Stick to the Basics\">Stick to the Basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/#Pick_the_Right_Location\" title=\"Pick the Right Location\">Pick the Right Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/career-wardrobe\/#You_Now_Look_the_Part\" title=\"You Now Look the Part\">You Now Look the Part<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Before you even start thrifting, it\u2019s important to be aware of what\u2019s considered appropriate clothing in the workplace. Each field\/industry is going to be a bit different and have its own expectations.<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps you are a student enrolled in a masters in social work online and you\u2019re close to finishing up. Maybe you picked the MSW online <a href=\"http:\/\/online.rutgers.edu\/resources\/articles\/three-reasons-to-pursue-your-msw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">programs because you want to be able to make a difference in peoples\u2019 lives<\/a>, you want a career that offers the opportunity for advancement, or perhaps you like the idea of being part of the healthcare industry. Regardless of the reason, it\u2019s important you be aware of what is considered professional attire on the job.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_Look_at_What_You_Already_Have\"><\/span>Take a Look at What You Already Have<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Next, you will want to take a look in your closet at what you\u2019ve already got. The idea is to fill in the gaps with thrifting, rather than build an entirely new wardrobe. You may even find it helpful to make a list of the items you have on-hand and the color of each. You can then take this list with you when you\u2019re thrifting.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stick_to_the_Basics\"><\/span>Stick to the Basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get distracted by all the items you\u2019ll find when you\u2019re <a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/what-to-buy-at-thrift-stores\/\">thrifting<\/a>, which is why you need to stick to the basics. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/work-wardrobe-trends\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Basics mean simple mix-and-match pieces<\/a> in neutral colors. By sticking to a neutral color palette, you\u2019ll be able to make all kinds of outfits out of just a few key pieces.<\/p>\n<p>Your basics should include such things as trousers, a blazer, a skirt, blouses, and a couple of pairs of work-appropriate shoes.<\/p>\n<p>There is nothing wrong with picking up a few items in a bold color or print, as long as it matches with a basic neutral. For example, picking up a brightly colored blouse to go with the basic black trousers makes sense.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pick_the_Right_Location\"><\/span>Pick the Right Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another tip has to do with the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.moneycrashers.com\/make-most-thrift-store-clothes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">actual location of the thrift shop<\/a>. If you want career-appropriate work wear, then shopping in an affluent area can give you more value for your money. You\u2019re more likely to find the designer brands in these areas.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Now_Look_the_Part\"><\/span>You Now Look the Part<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>By taking the time to browse through the thrift shops you\u2019ll soon be looking the part of career professional without having to spend a fortune. norepost<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;ve learnt a lot in this life of vintage! Stepping into your first real job and starting your career path is an exciting time in life. It means you\u2019ve put in all your dues, hard work, and studying, and now you\u2019re ready to put it all to good use. 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